Community Vaccinator - Abingdon - Part Time

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Abingdon is seeking a Community Vaccinator to help deliver the School Aged Immunisation Programme. This fixed-term role requires flexibility in working hours and involves vaccinations in schools and community venues. Candidates will have opportunities for training and skill development. Experience in immunisations is preferred but not required. Apply to be part of an outstanding team delivering vital health services.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for career progression

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS Discount across various outlets

Access to tailored learning and development

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Community Vaccinator role for School Aged Immunisation Programme.
• Experience with immunisations preferred but not mandatory.
• Willingness to explore alternative immunisation methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver vaccinations in schools and community venues.
• Attend promotional events to increase immunisation uptake.
• Participate in regular training and skill development.

Skills

Immunisation experience

Flexibility

Ability to work evenings and weekends

Job description

Overview

Are you a Nurse looking for a new challenge? Do you enjoy working in a busy and varied environment and would like to develop your knowledge and experience of immunisations? Please note this is a fixed term contract of 22.5 hours per week for a period of 11 months, to cover a career break. We are looking for a Community Vaccinator preferably with some immunisation experience to help deliver the School Aged Immunisation Programme in Primary, Secondary and Independent Schools as well as other community venues. The ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the Service is essential, as is a willingness to explore alternative methods of immunisation delivery to reduce health inequalities in hard-to-reach groups. The role offers a flexible working pattern, to meet service need, which will include weekend and evening working on occasion. Although you will work from your base you may be required to attend other areas of the county, if required, either to vaccinate in schools/community venues or attend promotional events to increase immunisation uptake. You will be offered the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills through regular training and study days and by working alongside experienced colleagues.

About Oxford Health

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people\'s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

Benefits

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team