Project Lead

OverviewBirmingham Stop Smoking Service Project LeadAn exciting secondment opportunity is available to lead our brand-new Specialist Smoking Cessation Project in CGL Birminghams Lonsdale Hub. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in building a transformative project from the ground up making a lasting impact on the health and well-being of individuals in our diverse and vibrant community.We are seeking a Project Lead to manage the this role you will play a vital role in leading a high-quality stop-smoking project empowering individuals to take meaningful steps toward healthier lives. The project will deliver harm reduction behaviour change and tobacco treatment provision to all service users within the Lonsdale Hub. The position will focus on leading the implementation development and continuous improvement of the project including quality assurance data recording and reporting line management of advisors and marketing and communications. The role will also conduct training across the community and build strategic partnerships aimed at reducing smoking related harms for Lonsdales service users.Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per weekContract Type: Fixed Term ending 31st March 2027*Full Time Salary Range: Salary Point 31 to 33 (35220.59 to 37184.91)* Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.ResponsibilitiesAbout the Role:In this role you will lead a high-quality stop smoking service helping individuals take steps toward healthier lives.Your responsibilities will include:Promoting the benefits of a smoke-free life and raising awareness of stop smoking services through community training engagement and events.Lead quality assurance data reporting and continual improvement processesLine manage the project smokefree advisors (1.5FTE) and data administrator (0.5FTE)Delivery of high-quality harm reduction behaviour change and treatment interventionsWork within NRT and E-cigarette protocols.Engage with the community to raise awareness of smoking impacts and encourage referrals.About YouWere looking for someone with:Experience in implementing new projects and innovative initiatives.Experience working in health and/or social care settings.Complete assessments and deliver interventions matched to identified needsKnowledge of the harmful effects of smoking and an understanding of smoking cessation policies and treatments.A commitment to contributing to the national evidence base on stop smoking interventions for those with multiple and complex needs.A commitment to providing high-quality person-centered services.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic recording systems.Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.What We OfferWe value our team and are proud to provide:25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing annually for first five years.A paid Wellness hour each week and access to a Wellness Hub and Employee Assistance Programme.A contributory pension scheme.A variety of benefits including discounts on shopping cinema and holidays.A friendly and supportive work environment.Comprehensive training career development and progression opportunities.A generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas unfortunately we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here:Skilled Worker visa: Overview - We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.Salary Range (pro rata if part time)CGL points 31 to 33 (35220.59 - 37184.90)ILW / OLW /FringeN/A - Outside London Weighting AreaInterview Date23/10/2025Closing Date16/10/2025If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:Rachel Nichol This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Administrative Skills,Facilities Management,Biotechnology,Creative Production,Design And Estimation,Architecture Employment Type : Temp Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 35220 - 37184