Job summary
Tobacco Dependency Advisor
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate individual to join the Trust's Tobacco Dependency Treatment team.
The post holder will form part of the tobacco dependency treatment team for the Hull University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust.
The team will deliver treatment for tobacco dependency as part of the Trust's commitment to the NHS Long-Term Plan for tobacco.
The role will be based within the hospital and will deliver tobacco dependency treatment advice and support for all patients identified as being a smoker whilst in hospital.
Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore HUTH would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role
Main duties of the job
The post holder will form part of the newly established tobacco dependency treatment team for the Hull University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust.
The team will deliver treatment for tobacco dependency as part of the Trust's commitment to the NHS Long-Term Plan for tobacco.
The role will be based within the hospital and associated community maternity clinics and will initially focus on inpatients and maternity, with the opportunity to expand the service to other areas once established.
Care following discharge will be provided alongside that provided on the wards and through the midwifery service.
About us
HUTH has two main sites: Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital with an annual budget of approximately £500 million. The Trust employs around 11,000 staff and serves an extended population of 1.25 million, delivering a number of outpatient services from locations across the area, extending from Scarborough in North Yorkshire to Grimsby and Scunthorpe in North East and North Lincolnshire respectively
Our vision is Great Staff, Great Care, Great Future, as we believe that by developing an innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver great care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Trust and our community.
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English.
- Understanding of the drivers of ill health
Desirable
- Knowledge of tobacco treatment
- Level 2 smoking cessation training
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within a healthcare setting.
- Experience working with people in a behaviour change context.
Skills
Essential
- Word processing skills including email, Microsoft office and excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, using interpreters as required
- Good interpersonal skills and confidence dealing with sensitive issues.
- Able to deliver factual information using reassurance, tact and empathy.
- Evidence of previous team working.
- An understanding of confidentiality and the ability to adhere to and implement Information Governance guidelines.
Desirable
- Ability to use carbon monoxide monitors
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated.
- Be supportive and encouraging to people, offering advice and motivation in a non-judgemental manner
- Interest in helping others to make healthy lifestyle choices
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good organisational skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-awareness of limitations of skills and ability to work within them
Special Requirements
Essential
- Car driver, with full driving licence, or ability to travel between hospital sites as necessary
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English.
- Understanding of the drivers of ill health
Desirable
- Knowledge of tobacco treatment
- Level 2 smoking cessation training
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within a healthcare setting.
- Experience working with people in a behaviour change context.
Skills
Essential
- Word processing skills including email, Microsoft office and excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, using interpreters as required
- Good interpersonal skills and confidence dealing with sensitive issues.
- Able to deliver factual information using reassurance, tact and empathy.
- Evidence of previous team working.
- An understanding of confidentiality and the ability to adhere to and implement Information Governance guidelines.
Desirable
- Ability to use carbon monoxide monitors
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated.
- Be supportive and encouraging to people, offering advice and motivation in a non-judgemental manner
- Interest in helping others to make healthy lifestyle choices
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good organisational skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-awareness of limitations of skills and ability to work within them
Special Requirements
Essential
- Car driver, with full driving licence, or ability to travel between hospital sites as necessary
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Tobacco Dependence Treatment Team
Hull University Training Hospitals
HULL
HU3 2JZ
Employer's website
https://www.hey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
