Job summary
Are you ready to be part of an
organisation that makes a real impact and values innovation? Do you want to
join a supportive team all working toward protecting schoolchildren from
preventable diseases in the boroughs ofHounslow,HillingdonandEaling?
If you're looking for a clinical role with no night shifts and a set schedule,
this might be the perfect opportunity for you!
Main duties of the job
Your main role will involve
visiting schools alongside the immunisation team each day to support them in
vaccinating children against the Flu from September to December in both primary
and secondary schools.
You'll need to vaccinate
children efficiently, typically 12-25 per hour, depending on the vaccination
programme. Working well as part of a team and collaborating with your
colleagues is essential. You'll also be responsible for carrying out Gillick
Competency Assessments with secondary-aged pupils and participating in clinical
supervision and audits as required.
As the face of Vaccination UK in
schools and community clinics, a friendly, resilient, and cheerful manner is a
must. Smiles are contagious, and we want to make every child feel at ease!
You'll be:
Registered with the NMC (Nursing
and Midwifery Council) with a nursing or midwifery qualification
Experienced in administering
immunisations, with a strong understanding of best practice
Aware of Cold Chain principles
for the storage, handling, and administration of immunisations
An excellent communicator with
strong organisational abilities
Knowledgeable about consent
principles, particularly when working with young people
Familiar with the Routine
National Immunisation Schedule
Able to drive and have access to
a car (desirable, but not essential)
About us
Vaccination UK delivers the
school-aged immunisation programme for NHS England across large areas of
England, including all of North London. Our mission is to protect the next
generation from serious diseases like HPV, influenza, polio, and meningitis. If
you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of this
important work, we'd love to hear from you!
We currently have vacancies
forImmunisation NursesinHillingdon,HounslowandEaling,
available on a part-time or full-time, permanent or term-time only basis.
You'll be joining a friendly and supportive team where no two days are the
same. You'll work in schools and local communities, providing vaccinations
alongside your colleagues. You'll have the autonomy to manage your role but
will always have the support you need to do your job well.
We offer a salary of £25 per
hour, with occasional daytime weekend clinic hours available at an enhanced
rate. At Vaccination UK, we truly value our staff because we know they're the
heart of our organisation.
Evidence of ongoing professional
development. Working with PGD frameworks. Proficiency in administering IM
injections. Understands and implements the principles of informed consent.
Computer literate. Cold chain, ordering and arranging transport.
Nurses and Midwives currently
registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Nursing and/or
Midwifery Qualification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
Your main role will involve
visiting schools alongside the immunisation team each day to support them in
vaccinating children against the Flu from September to December in both primary
and secondary schools.
You'll need to vaccinate
children efficiently, typically 12-25 per hour, depending on the vaccination
programme. Working well as part of a team and collaborating with your
colleagues is essential. You'll also be responsible for carrying out Gillick
Competency Assessments with secondary-aged pupils and participating in clinical
supervision and audits as required.
As the face of Vaccination UK in
schools and community clinics, a friendly, resilient, and cheerful manner is a
must. Smiles are contagious, and we want to make every child feel at ease!
You'll be:
Registered with the NMC (Nursing
and Midwifery Council) with a nursing or midwifery qualification
Experienced in administering
immunisations, with a strong understanding of best practice
Aware of Cold Chain principles
for the storage, handling, and administration of immunisations
An excellent communicator with
strong organisational abilities
Knowledgeable about consent
principles, particularly when working with young people
Familiar with the Routine
National Immunisation Schedule
Able to drive and have access to
a car (desirable, but not essential)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
Your main role will involve
visiting schools alongside the immunisation team each day to support them in
vaccinating children against the Flu from September to December in both primary
and secondary schools.
You'll need to vaccinate
children efficiently, typically 12-25 per hour, depending on the vaccination
programme. Working well as part of a team and collaborating with your
colleagues is essential. You'll also be responsible for carrying out Gillick
Competency Assessments with secondary-aged pupils and participating in clinical
supervision and audits as required.
As the face of Vaccination UK in
schools and community clinics, a friendly, resilient, and cheerful manner is a
must. Smiles are contagious, and we want to make every child feel at ease!
You'll be:
Registered with the NMC (Nursing
and Midwifery Council) with a nursing or midwifery qualification
Experienced in administering
immunisations, with a strong understanding of best practice
Aware of Cold Chain principles
for the storage, handling, and administration of immunisations
An excellent communicator with
strong organisational abilities
Knowledgeable about consent
principles, particularly when working with young people
Familiar with the Routine
National Immunisation Schedule
Able to drive and have access to
a car (desirable, but not essential)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing professional development. Working with PGD frameworks. Proficiency in administering IM injections. Understands and implements the principles of informed consent. Computer literate. Cold chain, ordering and arranging transport.
- Nurses and Midwives currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Nursing and/or Midwifery Qualification.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with School Aged Immunisations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing professional development. Working with PGD frameworks. Proficiency in administering IM injections. Understands and implements the principles of informed consent. Computer literate. Cold chain, ordering and arranging transport.
- Nurses and Midwives currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Nursing and/or Midwifery Qualification.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with School Aged Immunisations.
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).
