SAIS Improving Uptake Officer (Non Clinical) - Lancashire

Integrated Care System; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks an Improving SAIS Uptake Officer to enhance immunisation uptake across schools in Lancashire. The successful candidate will engage with community groups, manage targeted interventions, and collaborate with health services to minimize health inequalities. Strong project management and communication skills are essential, alongside a relevant degree or significant experience.

Qualifications

• Strong project management and organizational skills required.
• Experience in administrative, project management, or data analysis preferred.
• Understanding of health improvement initiatives essential.

Responsibilities

• Focus on improving immunisation uptake in schools.
• Engage stakeholders and report on progress.
• Support the SAIS team in achieving KPIs.

Skills

Project Management

Data Manipulation

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SAIS Improving Uptake Officer (Non Clinical) - Lancashire

As an Improving SAIS Uptake Officer, the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team to deliver an effective service, supporting managers and staff across the programme.

NOTE: This post is to provide additional resources to support programmes in exceeding the standard requirements of the service specification regarding coverage and uptake, not to establish these standard processes.

The post holder will focus on increasing the uptake of SAIS across the programme geography.

In particular, the post holder will:

• Work with colleagues in schools with low uptake to improve participation.
• Collaborate with PCN/GP practices to support individuals vulnerable to non-participation in accessing catch-up immunisations.
• Engage community groups and individuals to raise awareness of immunisations and facilitate access, including attending community events.
• Support schools with additional needs through interpreters, managing consent, etc.
• Enhance communication strategies for schools, including producing webinars for schools, parents, and young people to dispel myths and share positive messages.
• Translate materials and utilize interpreters where necessary.

Main duties of the job

Provide proactive, outward-facing support to improve SAI uptake, contribute to quality and outcomes, and reduce health inequalities by developing targeted interventions. Support the SAIS team in achieving KPIs, engage with system partners, and use evidence-based practices to inform work. Maintain records for quarterly and annual reports.

About us

IntraHealth is a leading provider of NHS Primary and Community Care services in the UK, offering services across Primary Care, Pharmacy, and Clinical Services since 1999. Our team includes various healthcare professionals supporting NHS services in the North East, Yorkshire, Midlands, and North West. We deliver immunisation and vaccination services for NHS England, with a 12-year history in the North of England.

Job responsibilities

Focus on improving immunisation uptake in schools with low participation through targeted interventions, engaging stakeholders, and reporting on progress. Promote equality and inclusivity, uphold confidentiality and governance standards, and undertake relevant training.

Person Specification

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in data manipulation and MS Office
• Professional, calm, and efficient demeanor
• Commitment to professional development
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• High standards of quality and integrity
• Effective communicator and team player
• Innovative and continuous improvement mindset
• Excellent time management
• Understanding of data protection, confidentiality, and governance

Experience

• Administrative, project management, or data analysis experience
• Knowledge of health outcome improvement initiatives
• Strong communication skills for complex information
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field or significant relevant experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.