Immunisation Nurse for school aged children

Powys Teaching Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health board in Wales seeks a Band 5 Immunisation Nurse to support the school-based immunisation programme for children. The role involves working with the School Nursing Team, enhancing local immunisation uptake, and participating in catch-up campaigns. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to public health. The position promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers career development pathways.

Benefits

Career development pathways

Travel expenses provided

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Ability to organise work independently.
• Welsh language skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the school-based immunisation programme.
• Increase local uptake of childhood immunisations.
• Assist in national and local catch-up campaigns.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Positive attitude towards public health

Job description

Support the safe and efficient delivery of the school-based immunisation programme as directed by Welsh Government.

Increase local uptake of childhood immunisations to meet national and regional targets.

Assist in national and local catch-up campaigns to improve uptake, including routine immunisation schedules and emergency vaccinations, e.g., MMR.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Immunisation Nurse for School Aged Children in South Powys during school term time. The work base is yet to be decided; however, the successful applicant should be willing and able to travel to support colleagues throughout North Powys. Travel expenses will be provided in line with local health board policy.

The successful candidate will work with the School Nursing Team to organise and deliver the Welsh Government immunisation programme for school-aged children.

The candidate must be able to organise their own routine work independently. Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude towards public health are essential.

Welsh language skills are desirable; applications from Welsh and English speakers are equally welcome.

Powys Teaching Health Board is the smallest in Wales, valuing every team member's contribution to our community-based services. We aim to make a real difference to our patients and maintain our reputation.

We are a supportive employer offering career development pathways. Our location in one of Britain’s most beautiful rural counties promotes a healthy work-life balance, and your well-being is a priority.