Job summary
22.5 hours per week
Immunisation Staff Nurse Band 5.
School Age Immunisation
Service (Barnsley).
If you are highly
committed to promoting the benefits of vaccination and preventing ill health, a
rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for you to join our friendly,
professional, and high-performing school age immunisation service. The team are
responsible for the promotion and delivery of the routine UK childhood flu and
adolescent vaccination programmes across Barnsley to children aged 2 to 18
years of age. This is an excellent opportunity to work with the amazing
children, young people and families of Barnsley and develop knowledge and
skills in immunisation and vaccination and public health.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
Main duties of the job
Experience in this area is desirable but not essential as full training
will be provided.
The post holder will be required to work with children and young people aged
between 2 and 18 years old and support discussions with parents/carers around
consent. Therefore, excellent and adaptable communication skills are essential.
The postholder will be responsible for the safe storage of vaccinations
and maintenance of the cold chain.
As the service is delivered across a large geographical area, post holders
will be required to have access to a vehicle and the ability to travel within
the required area.
This is a 22.5 hour per week post, however, to meet the needs
of the children, young people and families, the postholder will be required to
have a flexible approach to hours/days worked to support school sessions, after
school/evening clinics and occasional weekends and bank holidays.
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements
(salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor
candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to
sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time.
We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can
prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such
applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver the national evidence based immunisation
programme to the School aged population within Barnsley which includes
children and young people not in education, looked after and hard to reach.
To work proactively and in partnership with a range of
professionals, partner agencies and parents/carers involved in the care of
the child / young person to achieve and maintain high levels of coverage and
reduce health inequalities. The service prides itself on its flexible
delivery of vaccinations, offering clinics in community venues and home
visits to meet the needs of children, young people and their parents/carers.
The service
delivers school aged immunisations as per
the current Public Health England schedule, commissioned by NHS
England. This can include adolescent
programmes and the national childhood flu programme. These will mainly be
delivered in Barnsley schools however the team also runs catch up clinics and
carries out home visits where appropriate.
Occasional out of hours working is required in order to meet the needs
of the children/young people.
Consent is obtained from parents/carers or young people
themselves. This requires robust knowledge of pre-school and school aged
vaccination and immunisation programmes and consent policies to give sound
evidence based information allowing informed choice.
Excellent communication skills are required to deal with
those reluctant to give consent or who refuse vaccination. The skills to relay
this information to non-english speaking families is essential. Access to interpreting services is available.
A robust health pre-assessment is required following the
collection of consent forms.
Risk assessments of schools and clinic venues are required
prior to vaccination sessions.
The service uses SystmOne to record all activity with
patients and carers and all vaccinations given or refusals must be recorded on
the Child health system. Records should
be checked as part of the pre-assessment process to check vaccination status. This
may also include contact with GP surgery and other professionals.
The post holder must ensure safe storage, preparation and
administration of vaccines in adherence to policy and procedure.
All team members whether working in a substantive or bank
role must undertake basic life support and anaphylaxis training as well as
approved vaccination and immunisation updates.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver the national evidence based immunisation
programme to the School aged population within Barnsley which includes
children and young people not in education, looked after and hard to reach.
To work proactively and in partnership with a range of
professionals, partner agencies and parents/carers involved in the care of
the child / young person to achieve and maintain high levels of coverage and
reduce health inequalities. The service prides itself on its flexible
delivery of vaccinations, offering clinics in community venues and home
visits to meet the needs of children, young people and their parents/carers.
The service
delivers school aged immunisations as per
the current Public Health England schedule, commissioned by NHS
England. This can include adolescent
programmes and the national childhood flu programme. These will mainly be
delivered in Barnsley schools however the team also runs catch up clinics and
carries out home visits where appropriate.
Occasional out of hours working is required in order to meet the needs
of the children/young people.
Consent is obtained from parents/carers or young people
themselves. This requires robust knowledge of pre-school and school aged
vaccination and immunisation programmes and consent policies to give sound
evidence based information allowing informed choice.
Excellent communication skills are required to deal with
those reluctant to give consent or who refuse vaccination. The skills to relay
this information to non-english speaking families is essential. Access to interpreting services is available.
A robust health pre-assessment is required following the
collection of consent forms.
Risk assessments of schools and clinic venues are required
prior to vaccination sessions.
The service uses SystmOne to record all activity with
patients and carers and all vaccinations given or refusals must be recorded on
the Child health system. Records should
be checked as part of the pre-assessment process to check vaccination status. This
may also include contact with GP surgery and other professionals.
The post holder must ensure safe storage, preparation and
administration of vaccines in adherence to policy and procedure.
All team members whether working in a substantive or bank
role must undertake basic life support and anaphylaxis training as well as
approved vaccination and immunisation updates.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants
are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application
forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is
strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with children and young people of all ages, parents and professionals from a range of services.
- Can demonstrate excellent written, verbal and electronic communication skills.
- Has the knowledge and skills to enthusiastically promote the benefits of vaccination and empower young people to make decisions by offering them up to date evidence based information about vaccination and immunisation.
- Nursing assessment skills to assess suitability of children and young people prior to vaccination making quick decisions and implementing a different plan of care where necessary.
- Has an understanding how the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards impacts on the work of vaccination nurses.
- Has the knowledge and skills to apply infection prevention and control principles when vaccinating.
Desirable
- Experience of SystmOne.
- Child protection knowledge and experience.
- Awareness of the health needs of children and young people.
- An understanding of the clinical governance framework in relation to practice (vaccination team).
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse with current NMC registration.
Desirable
- Recognised teaching and assessing certificate.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Confident, enthusiastic, committed and able to demonstrate a proactive approach.
- Demonstrates a kind, caring and respectful approach in line with trust values.
- Willing to support others in the team achieve their objectives.
- Adaptable and flexible around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Experience
Essential
- Worked as part of a team in a healthcare, setting.
Desirable
- Has worked with children, young people and families in a healthcare setting.
- Previous experience of vaccinating children or adults.
Training
Essential
- Demonstrates a willingness to undertake training relevant to this role.
Desirable
- Has undertaken an approved vaccination and immunisation course in the last 12 months.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with children and young people of all ages, parents and professionals from a range of services.
- Can demonstrate excellent written, verbal and electronic communication skills.
- Has the knowledge and skills to enthusiastically promote the benefits of vaccination and empower young people to make decisions by offering them up to date evidence based information about vaccination and immunisation.
- Nursing assessment skills to assess suitability of children and young people prior to vaccination making quick decisions and implementing a different plan of care where necessary.
- Has an understanding how the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards impacts on the work of vaccination nurses.
- Has the knowledge and skills to apply infection prevention and control principles when vaccinating.
Desirable
- Experience of SystmOne.
- Child protection knowledge and experience.
- Awareness of the health needs of children and young people.
- An understanding of the clinical governance framework in relation to practice (vaccination team).
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse with current NMC registration.
Desirable
- Recognised teaching and assessing certificate.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Confident, enthusiastic, committed and able to demonstrate a proactive approach.
- Demonstrates a kind, caring and respectful approach in line with trust values.
- Willing to support others in the team achieve their objectives.
- Adaptable and flexible around working times and practices including evening and weekend work where necessary.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Experience
Essential
- Worked as part of a team in a healthcare, setting.
Desirable
- Has worked with children, young people and families in a healthcare setting.
- Previous experience of vaccinating children or adults.
Training
Essential
- Demonstrates a willingness to undertake training relevant to this role.
Desirable
- Has undertaken an approved vaccination and immunisation course in the last 12 months.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
