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Band 5 AfC T&C's & NHS Pension + 5% fringe
Weekly contracted hours:
22.5
Location:
Leatherhead
Closing Date:
21/06/2026
Job Category:
HCRG - Nursing and Midwifery Registered
Service type:
HCRG - Children's Services
Business Unit:
HCRG - Surrey 0-19
As a Band 5 Immunisation Nurse we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:
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.
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.
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.
IT literate and able to work collaboratively within a team.
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.
Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.