Job summary
Brighton & Hove Federation is seeking motivated and compassionate Stop Smoking Advisors to deliver evidence-based smoking cessation support to patients registered with GP practices across Brighton & Hove.
This flexible casual/bank role supports the delivery of a Public Health commissioned service aimed at increasing the number of smokers making quit attempts and achieving successful quits.
Advisors will provide structured behavioural support and guidance on stop smoking aids, supporting patients through their quit journey using evidence-based treatment programmes.
The service aims to increase the number of smokers setting a quit date and achieving CO-verified four-week quits, while improving access to stop smoking support across the city.
Main duties of the job
Deliver evidence-based stop smoking interventions to patients registered with Brighton & Hove GP practices
Provide behavioural support in line with the Standard Treatment Programme (STP)
Support patients to set quit dates and maintain motivation during their quit attempt
Deliver structured consultations including pre-quit preparation and follow-up support
Measure and record carbon monoxide (CO) levels to verify quit outcomes where appropriate
Provide advice and support on stop smoking aids, including nicotine replacement therapy and other cessation options
Maintain accurate patient records using appropriate digital systems
Support achievement of service KPIs including quit attempts, four-week quits and CO verification rates
Engage priority groups and support equitable access to stop smoking services
Work collaboratively with GP practices, local public health teams and other stop smoking services
About us
Brighton and Hove Federation (B&HF) is a member organisation made up of 6 Primary Care Networks (PCNs) covering 31 GP practices across the city.
We are a company limited by shares, with each of our member practices acting as shareholders. This means everything we do is designed with general practice and patient care at the centre.
We work collaboratively to provide high-quality clinical and support services to NHS Primary Care, while actively engaging with patients, listening to feedback and adapting our services to continuously improve healthcare delivery across the city.
We are not just here to deliver services; we are committed to shaping the future of healthcare in Brighton and Hove, balancing quality, equity, workforce wellbeing, financial resilience and environmental responsibility.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Stop Smoking Advisor will deliver structured smoking cessation support to patients registered with GP practices across Brighton & Hove.
The service is designed to increase the number of smokers making quit attempts and achieving successful quits through a combination of behavioural support and stop smoking aids.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering structured stop smoking consultations following the Standard Treatment Programme, including pre-quit preparation and weekly follow-up support
Supporting patients through a programme consisting of multiple contacts during the first four weeks after a quit date,
Providing behavioural counselling to help patients manage cravings, triggers and relapse risk
Supporting patients to access appropriate stop smoking aids for a minimum of 12 weeks, based on nicotine dependence and individual needs
Conducting carbon monoxide monitoring to validate quit outcomes
Recording patient outcomes including quit attempts, quit dates and four-week quit status
Contributing to service monitoring and quality improvement activities
Working collaboratively with Brighton & Hove City Council Smokefree Team, GP practices and pharmacies to ensure patients can access appropriate support pathways
Support may be delivered through face-to-face, telephone or virtual consultations depending on patient needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Stop Smoking Advisor will deliver structured smoking cessation support to patients registered with GP practices across Brighton & Hove.
The service is designed to increase the number of smokers making quit attempts and achieving successful quits through a combination of behavioural support and stop smoking aids.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering structured stop smoking consultations following the Standard Treatment Programme, including pre-quit preparation and weekly follow-up support
Supporting patients through a programme consisting of multiple contacts during the first four weeks after a quit date,
Providing behavioural counselling to help patients manage cravings, triggers and relapse risk
Supporting patients to access appropriate stop smoking aids for a minimum of 12 weeks, based on nicotine dependence and individual needs
Conducting carbon monoxide monitoring to validate quit outcomes
Recording patient outcomes including quit attempts, quit dates and four-week quit status
Contributing to service monitoring and quality improvement activities
Working collaboratively with Brighton & Hove City Council Smokefree Team, GP practices and pharmacies to ensure patients can access appropriate support pathways
Support may be delivered through face-to-face, telephone or virtual consultations depending on patient needs.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- NCSCT Certified Stop Smoking Practitioner (or willingness to obtain certification)
- Experience delivering behaviour change or lifestyle interventions
- Strong communication and motivational interviewing skills
- Ability to support individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Good organisational and record-keeping skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and community partners
- Commitment to reducing health inequalities and improving population health
Desirable
- Experience delivering smoking cessation support
- Experience working in primary care, community health or public health programmes
- Experience using CO monitors and stop smoking reporting systems
- Knowledge of nicotine replacement therapies and stop smoking medications
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- NCSCT Certified Stop Smoking Practitioner (or willingness to obtain certification)
- Experience delivering behaviour change or lifestyle interventions
- Strong communication and motivational interviewing skills
- Ability to support individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Good organisational and record-keeping skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and community partners
- Commitment to reducing health inequalities and improving population health
Desirable
- Experience delivering smoking cessation support
- Experience working in primary care, community health or public health programmes
- Experience using CO monitors and stop smoking reporting systems
- Knowledge of nicotine replacement therapies and stop smoking medications
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.
