Tobacco Treatment Advisor

Tobacco Treatment Advisor The closing date is 10 December 2025 Permanent | Part time 22.5 hour per week | 08:30 shift start time | Proposed interview date Wednesday 17th December 2025 Are you passionate about reducing health inequalities and empowering people to make positive lifestyle changes? Join our dedicated team as a Tobacco Treatment & MECC Advisor and help improve the health and wellbeing of patients aged 12+ and their families. As a key member of our small, dynamic team, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients and families on their journey to better health. You'll deliver tobacco treatment interventions and Make Every Contact Count (MECC) conversations, helping individuals make meaningful behaviour changes that matter to them. About You Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above in English and Maths. NVQ level 3 in Health care (or equivalent). Smoking Cessation Training Level 2 or willing to undertake within 3 months of starting in post. A compassionate and proactive approach to patient care Strong communication and teamwork skills Confident user of Microsoft Package Main duties of the job Reporting into the Healthy Hospital Programme, your responsibilities will include Provide tobacco treatment support to patients and families on the ward Deliver MECC interventions to promote healthier choices Encourage and support staff to routinely screen for smoking status Act as a positive role model, championing the importance of tobacco treatment Assist with administrative duties to support the smooth running of the service About us At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise. We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we are excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improving experiences for patients and staff, and focusing on our communities and population health. We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond. Job responsibilities For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification. *** This role has been assigned the occupation code 3229 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles. Diversity Statement At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs. Person Specification Qualification and training Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above in English and Maths NVQ level 3 in Health care (or equivalent) Smoking Cessation Training Level 2 or willing to undertake within 3 months of starting in post Specific training in health promotion interventions Personal Attributes Well-developed interpersonal skills Enthusiasm and ability to motivate self and others Commitment to the promotion of equality of opportunity Fully supportive of Trust's smoke free policy acting as a smoke free champion Ability to work flexible hours when team / service requires including weekends Experience Experience of working in the NHS in the community or hospital setting Experience of providing healthcare, healthcare advice or health promotion advice to patients or members of the public Experience of providing help, support and/or counselling on a one to one or group basis 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. Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust £24,937 to £26,598 a year pro rata per annum #J-18808-Ljbffr