Community First Oxfordshire is recruiting for a COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER (STOP SMOKING)

21hrs p/w (3-days a week) – £17,808 (£29,680 FTE) per annum (1-yr fixed term)

Community First Oxfordshire is a charity striving for diversity in our small team. If we are delivering services to support all people and all communities, then we need to make sure our team is inclusive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and ages.

This is a new community outreach (stop smoking) programme, which Community First will trial over the next year.

The Community Outreach Worker will lead on our new Stop Smoking outreach work in the community to build connections and work with identified people to help them begin their journey to stop smoking. This will involve working with two of our current Community Development Workers to help map activities and events where outreach work will be most effective across the county. You will also work with, and be trained by, the Stop Smoking Service within the County Council.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking a self-starter with a range of skills, a flexible approach and an ability to link in with all sorts of people from all sorts of backgrounds. The role will focus on identifying and supporting Oxfordshire residents to stop smoking by signing up to and completing the Stop For Life support services. This is a 1-year outreach programme, which we are keen to make a success of with your help.

You will need to enjoy working with all sorts of people, have great communication skills and be diplomatic, with an ability to take the initiative when opportunities arise. Experience of community development work and/or volunteering or working with community groups and individuals at a hyper local level would be beneficial. Training and support will be offered for specific types of Stop Smoking services and community development work – you don’t need to be an expert in everything, as it’s all about your motivation and kindness!

For full information on the job description and how to apply please see the JOB PACK.

Deadline for CVs and cover letters is 24 November at 8pm