Job summary
The Wakefield School Immunisation Team are looking for Bank nurses to support our delivery of the annual Flu immunisation programme to school aged children in the area from September to December.
The team is based in Normanton, but cover the whole of the Wakefield area, and successful applicants must be able to travel to all areas of the district.
The Wakefield Immunisation Team is an innovative, dynamic, fun and supportive team, dedicated to improving immunisation rates across the area, as well as reaching out to those who are harder to reach or no longer in a mainstream school.
The Flu programme is fast moving and very busy, so you must be able to work well under pressure.
As we work with a diverse community, excellent communication skills are a must.
Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm and the role is up to a maximum of 5 days per week, so multiple applicants may be needed.
You must be RN qualified and have current NMC registration.
Interviews will be on Thursday 28th August at our base in Normanton.
Main duties of the job
Delivery of both Nasal and IM Flu vaccinations in both school and clinic locations across the Wakefield district.
Closing Date: 8th September 2025
Shortlisting Date: 9th September 2025
Interview Date: 18th September 2025
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).
Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).
Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RN, RM, RMHN or RSCN with current NMC registration.
Training
Essential
- Willingness to undergo further training as required for the role
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Previous Immunisation experience.
- Child development or family health training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of partnership working
Desirable
- Immunisation experience
- Experience of working with children and young people
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding the principles of working with children and young people.
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and adults
Desirable
- Experience using SystmOne
- Knowledge of interagency working
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to deliver immunsations
- Good organisational skills
- Good IT skills
Desirable
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Attitude / Approach
Essential
- Is reliable and flexible depending on the needs of the service
Desirable
- Demonstrate self awareness
Physical
Essential
- Access to a transport and able to travel independently
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RN, RM, RMHN or RSCN with current NMC registration.
Training
Essential
- Willingness to undergo further training as required for the role
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Previous Immunisation experience.
- Child development or family health training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of partnership working
Desirable
- Immunisation experience
- Experience of working with children and young people
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding the principles of working with children and young people.
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and adults
Desirable
- Experience using SystmOne
- Knowledge of interagency working
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to deliver immunsations
- Good organisational skills
- Good IT skills
Desirable
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Attitude / Approach
Essential
- Is reliable and flexible depending on the needs of the service
Desirable
- Demonstrate self awareness
Physical
Essential
- Access to a transport and able to travel independently
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).
