Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Immunisation Nurse - Croydon

The closing date is 15 July 2025

Job summary

6 months School Term Time only - End date March 2026

Hours: Term Time

We are looking for Band 5 Nurses to join our Croydon Immunisation Team, part of the South London Children and Young People's Community Immunisation Service.

This is a rewarding and fast-paced role where you will help deliver school-aged and catch-up immunisations across schools and community clinics -- protecting children and young people from preventable diseases.

If you are passionate about public health, enjoy working with children, and want to build your clinical and safeguarding experience, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Your day starts by packing vaccine equipment and preparing for school or clinic visits. In the morning, you'll be out in the community delivering vaccinations. You may visit two schools per day during the busy flu season. After a break, you'll return to base to restock and prepare for the next day.

Key responsibilities

Deliver the School Age Immunisation Programme, including inhaled influenza vaccines
Assist with planning and delivery of immunisation sessions in schools, community venues, and homes
Promote uptake by providing evidence-based information to parents and carers
Follow all relevant safety protocols and procedures for safe immunisation delivery
Help run satellite immunisation clinics across the borough

Why choose community immunisation?

Be part of the Healthy Child Programme, improving public health and school attendance
Help reduce preventable illnesses, hospital admissions, and time off school
Work with well children in an upbeat, positive environment
Gain experience in health promotion, safeguarding, and vaccination protocols
Join a collaborative and capable team that values your input
Ideal for newly qualified nurses or those looking for a change from ward-based roles

About us

What we offer

An experienced local team led by a dedicated Team Lead
Full induction, training and mentorship, including flu training, BLS, manual handling and immunisation competencies
The chance to shadow sessions before working independently
Clear daily schedules and a well-organised service so you can focus on care
A community-based role with real opportunities to grow your skills and confidence

Date posted

01 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£34,521 to £41,956 a year pa incl. HCAS pro rata term time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Term time hours

Reference number

396-Imms25-B5-Croy

Job locations

Airport House

265 Purley Way

Croydon

CR0 0XZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Please note: This is a 6-month fixed-term role, based in Kingston & Richmond, with travel to schools and community sites across the boroughs. Youll be provided with a parking permit or have travel expenses reimbursed, depending on how you travel. The position is term-time only, with opportunities for full-time (during term-time only), part-time, or job share working arrangements offering flexibility to fit around your lifestyle.

Ready to help protect the next generation? Apply now or get in touch for an informal chat about the role and our local teams. Wed love to hear from you!

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Ready to help protect the next generation? Apply now or get in touch for an informal chat about the role and our local teams. Wed love to hear from you!

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

RN Adult (NMC registered) or RN Children (NMC registered) or RMHN (NMC registered) or RM (NMC registered)
5 GSCE's grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, including English and maths

Desirable

Mentorship/supervision training

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in primary or community care or working with children and young people
Demonstrable experience of working with computerised data systems and electronic clinical records
Previous experience of effective team working/good team player

Desirable

Experience of administering immunisations

Skills /Abilities

Essential

Ability to prioritise work, good /starter finisher
Ability to stay calm and work effectively under pressure. Able to demonstrate a commitment to the KRFT values (Compassionate, Inclusive, Collaborative, Inspiring)
IT skills, particularly Windows applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Numerate and literate, with good command of spoken and written English
Willingness to extend knowledge and learn new skills through place-based learning and training courses

Personal Attributes

Essential

Car driver with use of a car or the ability to travel between locations with equipment.
Methodical and pays attention to detail. Flexible and creative approach to work
Caring and sensitive to the needs of individuals with the ability to be firm but kind

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

RN Adult (NMC registered) or RN Children (NMC registered) or RMHN (NMC registered) or RM (NMC registered)
5 GSCE's grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, including English and maths

Desirable

Mentorship/supervision training

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in primary or community care or working with children and young people
Demonstrable experience of working with computerised data systems and electronic clinical records
Previous experience of effective team working/good team player

Desirable

Experience of administering immunisations

Skills /Abilities

Essential

Ability to prioritise work, good /starter finisher
Ability to stay calm and work effectively under pressure. Able to demonstrate a commitment to the KRFT values (Compassionate, Inclusive, Collaborative, Inspiring)
IT skills, particularly Windows applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Numerate and literate, with good command of spoken and written English
Willingness to extend knowledge and learn new skills through place-based learning and training courses

Personal Attributes

Essential

Car driver with use of a car or the ability to travel between locations with equipment.
Methodical and pays attention to detail. Flexible and creative approach to work
Caring and sensitive to the needs of individuals with the ability to be firm but kind

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airport House

265 Purley Way

Croydon

CR0 0XZ

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airport House

265 Purley Way

Croydon

CR0 0XZ

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)