Job Description

*** Previous applicant need not to apply***
6 months School Term Time only - End date March 2026
Hours: Term Time
We are looking for Band 5 Nurses to join our Lambeth & Southwark, Greenwich, and Wandsworth, Immunisation Team, part of the South London Children and Young People's Community Immunisation Service.
This is a rewarding and fast-paced role where you will help deliver school-aged and catch-up immunisations across schools and community clinics -- protecting children and young people from preventable diseases.
If you are passionate about public health, enjoy working with children, and want to build your clinical and safeguarding experience, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Your day starts by packing vaccine equipment and preparing for school or clinic visits. In the morning, you'll be out in the community delivering vaccinations. You may visit two schools per day during the busy flu season. After a break, you'll return to base to restock and prepare for the next day.
Key responsibilities

• Deliver the School Age Immunisation Programme, including inhaled influenza vaccines
• Assist with planning and delivery of immunisation sessions in schools, community venues, and homes
• Promote uptake by providing evidence-based information to parents and carers
• Follow all relevant safety protocols and procedures for safe immunisation delivery
• Help run satellite immunisation clinics across the borough

Why choose community immunisation?

• Be part of the Healthy Child Programme, improving public health and school attendance
• Help reduce preventable illnesses, hospital admissions, and time off school
• Work with well children in an upbeat, positive environment
• Gain experience in health promotion, safeguarding, and vaccination protocols
• Join a collaborative and capable team that values your input
• Ideal for newly qualified nurses or those looking for a change from ward-based roles

About us
What we offer

• An experienced local team led by a dedicated Team Lead
• Full induction, training and mentorship, including flu training, BLS, manual handling and immunisation competencies
• The chance to shadow sessions before working independently
• Clear daily schedules and a well-organised service so you can focus on care
• A community-based role with real opportunities to grow your skills and confidence

Details
Date posted
23 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
35,964 to 43,780 a year pa incl. HCAS pro rata term time
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Term time hours
Reference number
396-Imms25-B5-LS-C
Job locations
Hounslow & Richmond Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Big Yellow Flexi Offices. 46-65 Southampton Way
Camberwell, London SE5 7SW
SW18 4FS
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
Please note: This is a 6-month fixed-term role, based in Kingston & Richmond, with travel to schools and community sites across the boroughs. You will be provided with a parking permit or have travel expenses reimbursed when you use your car for work. The position is term-time only, with opportunities for full-time (during term-time only), part-time, or job share working arrangements offering flexibility to fit around your lifestyle.
Ready to help protect the next generation? Apply now or get in touch for an informal chat about the role and our local teams. Wed love to hear from you!
Please indicate your preferred borough, Lambeth & Southwark, Greenwich and Wandsworth, in both your application and at your interview. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
Please note: This is a 6-month fixed-term role, based in Kingston & Richmond, with travel to schools and community sites across the boroughs. You will be provided with a parking permit or have travel expenses reimbursed when you use your car for work. The position is term-time only, with opportunities for full-time (during term-time only), part-time, or job share working arrangements offering flexibility to fit around your lifestyle.
Ready to help protect the next generation? Apply now or get in touch for an informal chat about the role and our local teams. Wed love to hear from you!
Please indicate your preferred borough, Lambeth & Southwark, Greenwich and Wandsworth, in both your application and at your interview.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential

• RN Adult (NMC registered) or RN Children (NMC registered) or RMHN (NMC registered) or RM (NMC registered)
• 5 GSCE's grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, including English and maths

Desirable

• Mentorship/supervision training

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working in primary or community care or working with children and young people
• Demonstrable experience of working with computerised data systems and electronic clinical records
• Previous experience of effective team working/good team player

Desirable

• Experience of administering immunisations

Skills /Abilities
Essential

• Ability to prioritise work, good /starter finisher
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to the KRFT values (Compassionate, Inclusive, Collaborative, Inspiring)
• IT skills, particularly Windows applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Numerate and literate, with good command of spoken and written English
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and interact with others effectively
• Excellent time management, organisational and planning skills

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Car driver with use of a car or the ability to travel between locations with equipment.
• Caring and sensitive to the needs of individuals with the ability to be firm but kind
• Courteous, honest, and polite

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential

• RN Adult (NMC registered) or RN Children (NMC registered) or RMHN (NMC registered) or RM (NMC registered)
• 5 GSCE's grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, including English and maths

Desirable

• Mentorship/supervision training

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working in primary or community care or working with children and young people
• Demonstrable experience of working with computerised data systems and electronic clinical records
• Previous experience of effective team working/good team player

Desirable

• Experience of administering immunisations

Skills /Abilities
Essential

• Ability to prioritise work, good /starter finisher
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to the KRFT values (Compassionate, Inclusive, Collaborative, Inspiring)
• IT skills, particularly Windows applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Numerate and literate, with good command of spoken and written English
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and interact with others effectively
• Excellent time management, organisational and planning skills

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Car driver with use of a car or the ability to travel between locations with equipment.
• Caring and sensitive to the needs of individuals with the ability to be firm but kind
• Courteous, honest, and polite