Oxford Health NHS Trust

Tobacco Dependency Advisor

The closing date is 04 March 2026

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Job summary

We are looking for an exceptional person to join the Tobacco Dependency Team as a Tobacco Dependency Advisor to support at operational level the delivery of an effective smoking cessation programme which is embedded within the Trust wide Smoke free Policy.

The post holder will work collaboratively with Tobacco Dependency Advisor Lead, frontline teams and stakeholders to deliver specialist smoking cessation service across Oxford Health Foundation Trust ensuring a seamless journey for patients in our care. This role is responsible for the delivery of smoking cessation behaviour support to service users on a one to one or group basis in line with evidence-based guidelines. The post-holder will be expected to deliver interventions within locally defined areas covering a range of settings and to support Tobacco Dependency Lead in training delivery to staff.

Main duties of the job

  • To deliver high quality, evidence-based tobacco dependence treatment and smoking cessation support to individuals across our mental health inpatient settings.
  • The role involves providing behavioural support, pharmacotherapy advice, harm reduction strategies, and onward referral to community services.
  • Advisors will work flexibly across sites to promote temporary abstinence and long-term cessation. The post holder will also support the implementation of Trust-wide smoke free policies and contribute to service development.
  • The post holder will also support the development delivery of training to colleagues across the Trust.

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression
  • Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
  • 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
  • NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Lease car scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
  • Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Details

Date posted

19 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CS7640245

Job locations

Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane

Oxford

OX3 7JX


Job description

Job responsibilities

It is essential that the postholder can work flexibly, independently and as part of a team. This is a varied, challenging, and rewarding role.

Applicants must have a full valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

You will be a motivated, passionate, organised, and proactive individual with a commitment to succeed and support the service development.

Please see job description and person specification attached.

We know Job Descriptions and Specifications can sometimes be long which can be off-putting for some people, and we dont want to let that deter you from applying.

We actively support anti-racism, equality, diversity, and inclusion so, if youre excited about this job opportunity and you meet our Trust values, but feel unsure about applying, then please get in touch and we will be happy to have a conversation with you.

We are also committed to increasing diversity in the workforce, that is why we actively encourage applications from those groups of people who are currently under-represented, which include amongst others: people with disabilities; men from all socio-economic backgrounds; people from diverse ethnic backgrounds; and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Good luck, and we hope to hear from you!

Job description

Job responsibilities

It is essential that the postholder can work flexibly, independently and as part of a team. This is a varied, challenging, and rewarding role.

Applicants must have a full valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

You will be a motivated, passionate, organised, and proactive individual with a commitment to succeed and support the service development.

Please see job description and person specification attached.

We know Job Descriptions and Specifications can sometimes be long which can be off-putting for some people, and we dont want to let that deter you from applying.

We actively support anti-racism, equality, diversity, and inclusion so, if youre excited about this job opportunity and you meet our Trust values, but feel unsure about applying, then please get in touch and we will be happy to have a conversation with you.

We are also committed to increasing diversity in the workforce, that is why we actively encourage applications from those groups of people who are currently under-represented, which include amongst others: people with disabilities; men from all socio-economic backgrounds; people from diverse ethnic backgrounds; and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Good luck, and we hope to hear from you!

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of addiction and behaviour change principles; tobacco control agenda

Desirable

  • Knowledge of NICE guidance, tobacco control strategies.
  • Knowledge of local and national smoking cessation services.

Qualifications

Essential

  • NCSCT Level 2 Practitioner Training (or willingness to complete)
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health/Social Care.

Desirable

  • Certified NCSCT training

Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills

Essential

  • Strong communication, organisational and IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, databases)
  • Prioritise and manage own workload
  • Dealing with conflicting demands and deadlines

Desirable

  • Project Management Skills

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working within Smoking Cessation, health promotion or working within inpatient/community health settings
  • Experience of delivering smoking cessation interventions

Desirable

  • Experience in service audits, training delivery, and running groups.
  • Experience in mental health or addiction services

Contractual Requirements

Essential

  • Ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust and attend regional meetings if required.
  • Commitment to further development and training
Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of addiction and behaviour change principles; tobacco control agenda

Desirable

  • Knowledge of NICE guidance, tobacco control strategies.
  • Knowledge of local and national smoking cessation services.

Qualifications

Essential

  • NCSCT Level 2 Practitioner Training (or willingness to complete)
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health/Social Care.

Desirable

  • Certified NCSCT training

Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills

Essential

  • Strong communication, organisational and IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, databases)
  • Prioritise and manage own workload
  • Dealing with conflicting demands and deadlines

Desirable

  • Project Management Skills

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working within Smoking Cessation, health promotion or working within inpatient/community health settings
  • Experience of delivering smoking cessation interventions

Desirable

  • Experience in service audits, training delivery, and running groups.
  • Experience in mental health or addiction services

Contractual Requirements

Essential

  • Ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust and attend regional meetings if required.
  • Commitment to further development and training

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane

Oxford

OX3 7JX


Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane

Oxford

OX3 7JX


Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Tobacco Dependence Lead

Sarah Langan

sarah.langan@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

07721031574

Details

Date posted

19 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CS7640245

Job locations

Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane

Oxford

OX3 7JX


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