Tobacco Dependence Advisor
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West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Tobacco Dependence Advisor
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is to benefit from being on the national New Hospital Programme, with the aim of replacing the West Suffolk Hospital with a brand-new healthcare facility by 2030.
The Tobacco Dependence Adviser will report to the Tobacco Dependence Lead and be responsible for supporting implementation of the 'Smokefree Generation' ambitions. The ambition makes the commitment that smoking prevalence in the population is reduced to less than 5% by 2030.
You will work with the Tobacco Dependence Lead and Tobacco Dependence Team to support delivery of the programme both in the hospital and across the community in line with the national requirements.
The advert may close earlier than the stated date, subject to the number of applications. We would encourage you to apply early to not miss out.
Main duties of the job
providing and supporting direct delivery of stop smoking treatment, support, and advice in line with the National Centre for Smoking Cessation Training (NCSCT) guidance.
confidently advising clinicians, patients and visitors in the treatment of tobacco dependence
building strong and proactive relationships with the clinical community and ward teams, and wider trust colleagues alongside the tobacco dependence lead.
design and implement behavioural change programmes that support smoking cessation, promotion of healthy lifestyles and reduction of inequalities for patients and staff in the trust and the community.
promote and implement tobacco dependence treatment and health promotion activities across the trust.
organising and/or delivering relevant training and education (for example, Very Brief Advice (VBA) and Making Every Contact Count (MECC)) alongside the tobacco dependence lead, local authority commissioned services or other colleagues.
supporting delivery of QI projects related to tobacco dependence, treatment and support.
ensuring effective recording in patient records, assessments, audits and other assurance and compliance documentation
supporting administrative tasks for the tobacco dependence and smokefree generation programmes and tobacco dependence lead.
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
179-8267295-F
Job locations
Quince House, West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St. Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification attached for more details on the job role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification attached for more details on the job role.
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- GCSE 4-9 (A-C) in maths and English
- Health related level 3 achievement or willingness to undertake health related qualification(s)
Desirable
- Health related professional qualification or registration
- NCSCT Core Knowledge and Practice Skills
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience applying a wide range of IT skills and demonstrable recent experience of word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and email.
- Experience supporting transformation programmes and projects
- Experience of working well with colleagues and patients/clients/users
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a health, social care or public health setting
- Experience working with people in a clinical environment
- Knowledge of quality improvement methods
- Knowledge and understanding of delivering personalised care, shared decision making and supported self-management
- Knowledge and understanding of tobacco dependence, treatment and behavioural support, including the NHS Long Term Plan tobacco dependence programme and smokefree generation ambitions
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Good communication skills both verbal and written to individuals and groups
- Ability to assist in data collection and analysis
- Good organisation skills
- Ability to develop strong relationships and effective partnership working
- Good interpersonal skills and able to deal with sensitive issues
- Willingness to assist in the development of policy and procedure
- Understand the importance of patient confidentiality
- Supportive and encouraging approach to offering advice and support
- Ability to travel and work remotely as required
Desirable
- Presentation skills
Personal qualities
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work and priorities
- Works effectively as part of a team and independently
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Commitment to maintaining continuing professional development
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Commitment to the principles of preventing ill health, delivering outstanding care and improving quality
Education & Qualification
Essential
- GCSE 4-9 (A-C) in maths and English
- Health related level 3 achievement or willingness to undertake health related qualification(s)
Desirable
- Health related professional qualification or registration
- NCSCT Core Knowledge and Practice Skills
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience applying a wide range of IT skills and demonstrable recent experience of word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and email.
- Experience supporting transformation programmes and projects
- Experience of working well with colleagues and patients/clients/users
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a health, social care or public health setting
- Experience working with people in a clinical environment
- Knowledge of quality improvement methods
- Knowledge and understanding of delivering personalised care, shared decision making and supported self-management
- Knowledge and understanding of tobacco dependence, treatment and behavioural support, including the NHS Long Term Plan tobacco dependence programme and smokefree generation ambitions
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Good communication skills both verbal and written to individuals and groups
- Ability to assist in data collection and analysis
- Good organisation skills
- Ability to develop strong relationships and effective partnership working
- Good interpersonal skills and able to deal with sensitive issues
- Willingness to assist in the development of policy and procedure
- Understand the importance of patient confidentiality
- Supportive and encouraging approach to offering advice and support
- Ability to travel and work remotely as required
Desirable
- Presentation skills
Personal qualities
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work and priorities
- Works effectively as part of a team and independently
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Commitment to maintaining continuing professional development
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Commitment to the principles of preventing ill health, delivering outstanding care and improving quality
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Quince House, West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St. Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Quince House, West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St. Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Tobacco Dependence Lead
Nicky McKee
07929731485
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
179-8267295-F
Job locations
Quince House, West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St. Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
United Kingdom
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