Tobacco Dependency advisor (TDA)

We have an exciting role on offer within our Public Health team as a Tobacco Dependency Advisor.

Smoke Free South Tees is our local tobacco dependency service delivering evidence-based support to reduce smoking-related harm across the area.

We are expanding our offer and are seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Tobacco Dependency Advisor (TDA) within our Public Health Substance Use Services working closely with multidisciplinary teams that support residents with complex needs to help improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities across Middlesbrough.

To be successful in this role you need a NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualification or experience in relevant discipline.

As a Tobacco Dependency Advisor you will be part of our Substance Use Services delivering specialist tobacco dependency treatment as part of the Smoke Free South Tees programme. You will work across a range of community clinical and outreach sites in Middlesbrough supporting individuals who may also be experiencing substance use or wider health challenges.

You will provide personalised behavioural support deliver tobacco dependency interventions and work collaboratively across the substance use pathway to ensure seamless holistic care.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver one-to-one and group-based smoking cessation support using recognised evidence-based behavioural approaches.

Complete assessments develop personalised quit plans and provide ongoing monitoring and motivational support.

Work closely with substance use practitioners health improvement colleagues and partner organisations to ensure integrated support.

Offer advice and guidance on nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) and relevant pharmacotherapy.

Engage individuals across multiple Middlesbrough sites including community settings health facilities and outreach locations.

Maintain accurate timely case notes and contribute to service monitoring and evaluation.

Support wider Smoke Free South Tees campaigns outreach and public health initiatives.

If this is you this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

If you would like to talk through this opportunity further please contact John Stephenson Strategic Manager for Health Improvement Services on or call .

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability are a looked after young person care leaver or a veteran.