Job summary
Do you want to help build a brighter future for communities and
individuals in Hammersmith & Fulham doing a highly rewarding job. Turning
Points drug & alcohol services are currently expanding during a really
exciting time in the sector with new funding and investment, with additions of
Smoking Cessation support within service provisions.
To work as part of the health promotion team in
the delivery of smoking cessation interventions to effectively reduce the
smoking prevalence and meet the need of identified groups in the community.
To assist in delivering Turning Points Public
Health and Substance Use (PHSU) strategy within a multi-disciplinary service
which reflects our person-centred values and the high level of ambition we have
both for the people we support and the development of our own teams.
As a Stop Smoking Worker, we offer a starting salary of £26,324 rising
each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £30,794 + £3,633 ILW.
(Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial
starting salary).
You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured
learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to
achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.
Main duties of the job
- Provide high standards of care and support to help people
with their smoking of the stop smoking service;
- Be an ambassador within the multi-disciplinary service in
raising aware of smoking cessation and the importance in providing targeted
work identified groups in the community
- Identify and engage with individuals from agreed target
groups and communities to facilitate communication regarding their access to
and experience of the Smoking Cessation service
- Liaise with key partner organisations such as; community
organisations, mental health service providers, hospitals, maternity care, to
promote a strong awareness of the service and embed effective referral pathways
- Be actively involved in the awareness, promotion and
marketing of the smoking cessation service, both externally and internally
- To build and maintain competence across the
multi-disciplinary service for the delivery of very brief advice and
practitioner level smoking cessation practice, including the provision of evidence-based, effective interventions;
- Caseload management of individuals accessing the Smoking
Cessation Service, in line with best practice
- Support the Smoking Cessation service functionally by
providing support to individuals to ensure the development of effective smoking
cessation plans and support behaviour change
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job we offer you a career.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are
able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
(Please see attached Role Profile)
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People.Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 28 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
- Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!
Job description
Job responsibilities
(Please see attached Role Profile)
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People.Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 28 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
- Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In depth understanding and ability to operationally contribute to the functions of the team;
- Excellent communication skills (verbal/written). Ability to adapt to respond to staff, commissioners/partners and people we support;
- Strong organisational, time management and prioritisation skills;
- Ability to remain calm and resilient in high pressure environments;
- In-depth understanding of smoking cessation delivery
- Competent in delivering smoking cessation interventions at NCSCT practitioner level
- Understanding and ability to successfully deliver methods in smoking cessation including best practice behaviour change approaches and pharmacotherapy delivery
- Understanding and ability to successfully apply effective community engagement principles to own and others work
- Up to date with the broad health improvement agenda including understanding and adopting appropriate policies, principles, research and best practice guidelines to ensure successful delivery
Desirable
- Previous experience within a similar service/team
- In-depth understanding of the needs of people with a higher prevalence of smoking e.g. drug and alcohol issues, mental health issues, prison leavers/probation, pregnant women
- Competent in delivering smoking cessation interventions at NCSCT specialist practitioner level
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In depth understanding and ability to operationally contribute to the functions of the team;
- Excellent communication skills (verbal/written). Ability to adapt to respond to staff, commissioners/partners and people we support;
- Strong organisational, time management and prioritisation skills;
- Ability to remain calm and resilient in high pressure environments;
- In-depth understanding of smoking cessation delivery
- Competent in delivering smoking cessation interventions at NCSCT practitioner level
- Understanding and ability to successfully deliver methods in smoking cessation including best practice behaviour change approaches and pharmacotherapy delivery
- Understanding and ability to successfully apply effective community engagement principles to own and others work
- Up to date with the broad health improvement agenda including understanding and adopting appropriate policies, principles, research and best practice guidelines to ensure successful delivery
Desirable
- Previous experience within a similar service/team
- In-depth understanding of the needs of people with a higher prevalence of smoking e.g. drug and alcohol issues, mental health issues, prison leavers/probation, pregnant women
- Competent in delivering smoking cessation interventions at NCSCT specialist practitioner level
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.
