Band 5 Immunisation Nurse - Nw Surrey

Hcrg Care Group; Woking; In loco; GBP 32.000 - 39.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay and pension

5% fringe allowance

Wellbeing support

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Hcrg Care Group is seeking a Band 5 Immunisation Nurse to support school and community immunisation programmes in Woking. The role requires administering vaccines, maintaining cold chain, and contributing to service improvement within CFHS/ NHS guidelines.

The post involves 15 hours per week, term-time only, with part-time hours and a 5% fringe allowance. Full UK driving licence and vehicle are desirable.

Competenze

• Registered Nurse with experience working with children and young people.
• Knowledge of NHS issues, clinical governance and risk management.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to assess needs, work independently and manage own time.
• IT literate and able to work collaboratively within a team.

Mansioni

• Assist in delivering school and community immunisation programmes following local policies and SOPs.
• Administer vaccines safely with correct cold chain and documentation.
• Prepare, transport, and maintain immunisation equipment and vaccine stocks.
• Act as Lead Nurse when competent, supervising bank nurses and students.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and participate in training and audits.
• Communicate effectively with children, families and multidisciplinary teams.

Conoscenze

Pediatric nursing

NHS knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

IT literate

Formazione

RN qualification

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Job summary

As a Band 5 Immunisation Nurse we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:

• Competitive Pay and Pension: Enjoy a Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits + 5% Fringe Allowance.
• Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.
• Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counselors, career coaching, legal advice, and more.
• Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts.
• Learning and Development: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow.
• Recognition and Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team.

Location: Woking Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year (FTE plus 5% fringe) Contract: Permanent, Part-time, Term-Time Only Weekly contracted hours: 15 Closing date: 01 November 2026

The Immunisation Nurse has a responsibility to be an effective member of the Immunisation team working across Children and Family Health Surrey (CFHS) administering immunisations in a variety of community settings including schools.

The post holder will promote the mental, physical and emotional health of individuals, families and groups and be aware of the needs of children, families and carers including vulnerable children. You will also have knowledge or understanding of partnership working, such as GP's, shared community services and local education authority. The service will be offered within the framework of national and local targets and available resources.

This position will be 15 hours per week, Term Time only and based at Woking 8.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of the school and community immunisation programmes following local policies, PGDs, and SOPs.
• Administer vaccines safely, ensuring correct cold chain storage, handling, and accurate documentation.
• Prepare, transport, and maintain immunisation equipment and vaccine stocks for sessions.
• Act as Lead Nurse when fully competent, supervising and mentoring bank nurses, students, and other team members.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and participate in professional development, training, and audits.
• Communicate effectively with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams, adapting language and approach to individual needs.
• Support children and families, addressing anxieties, concerns, or complaints, and act as an advocate where appropriate.
• Participate in policy development, service improvement, and implementation of immunisation programmes.
• Organise workload independently, ensuring accurate record-keeping, data management, and reporting.
• Take appropriate action in safeguarding concerns and adhere to NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Provide evidence-based advice on immunisations, including side effects, to children, parents, and the public.
• Contribute to meetings, working groups, and professional discussions, supporting team communication and cohesion.
• Participate in audits, research, and mandatory training; supervise and teach students, junior staff, and carers.
• Undertake other duties as required consistent with the role and grade of the post.

Essential

• Registered Nurse with experience working with children and young people.
• Knowledge of NHS issues, clinical governance, and risk management.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to assess needs and act appropriately, work independently, and manage own time.
• IT literate and able to work collaboratively within a team.

Desirable

• Mentor preparation, ENB 998, or Practice Supervisor/Assessor qualification.
• PHE core immunisation training and Skills for Health immunisation modules.
• Experience in school nursing, clinical supervision, appraisal, and immunisation delivery.
• Teaching skills and ability to be assertive under pressure.

Other requirements

Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car insured for business use.

Safeguarding: all successful applicants are subject to a safer recruitment process, including disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Equal opportunities: we welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people and are a Disability Confident Committed company.