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 efforts

Workplaces 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)