Job Opportunity: Smokefree Engagement Officer

Location: Hybrid (Walsall-based, with home working and site visits)
Contract: 3-month initial term, with potential extension

Directorate: Adult Social Care and Health / Economy, Environment and Communities
Service Area: Public Health / Regulatory Services

Rate: £18.72 - £20.98ph PAYE

We're seeking a passionate Smokefree Engagement Officer to help drive forward national, regional, and local smoking cessation goals-including delivery of Walsall's Tobacco Control Plan.

This exciting role will focus on creating smokefree workplaces throughout Walsall by:

Developing strategies to engage local businesses
Advising employers on enhanced smokefree policies
Delivering training and guidance to staff
Promoting smoking cessation services
Collaborating with partners on broader tobacco control effortsWorkplaces with staff who are less likely to engage in health improvement interventions will be a priority focus.

Requirements

Degree in a relevant field
Minimum 12 months of recent experience in public health (preferably smoking cessation)