Lead Tobacco Dependency Advisor
| Posting date: | 16 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,959.00 to £48,117.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £39959.00 - £48117.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | Harlow, CM20 1QX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9292-26-0154 |
Summary
Job overview This post is responsible for meeting the objectives defined in the Tobacco Dependence Delivery Model defined by NHSE. Scope and range To ensure that the Tobacco Dependence Programme delivers its specified outputs within agreed time, cost and quality tolerances with the Acute ward. To ensure that all Smoking Dependence data metrics for the Acute ward are obtained and delivered. To support the mobilisation and delivery of the Tobacco Dependence programme. Duties and responsibilities To deliver the Tobacco Dependence programme aims and objectives. To ensure that the project delivers the outcomes/ benefits that it aims to achieve. To ensure that the project meets pre-defined stakeholders’ expectations. To support the mobilisation and delivery of the tobacco dependence programme within the acute ward. To manage the Smoking Cessation Advisor. To develop and maintain strong relationships between the ICS programme lead and other organisations delivering Tobacco Dependence schemes. To support the priorities of the Princess Alexandra Hospital Trust in relation to this project. To support and co-ordinate the delivery of programmes arising from the NHSE Tobacco Dependence programme. To work closely with IT to ensure that the data metrics are achieved, collated and collected in a timely manner. To work with departments across PAH to secure a collective approach to smoking cessation and smoke free hospitals. To support the analysis of Smoking Cessation including the impact of any changes e.g. increase in quit rates, including writing regular reports detailing patterns and trends. To implement and promote the Trust’s policies and procedures relating to all areas of employment and service delivery. The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.