Immunisation Nurse - Bexley | Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

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6 months School Term Time only - End date March 2026

Hours: Term Time

We are looking forBand 5 Nursesto join ourBexley Immunisation Team, part of theSouth 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.

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

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

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Please note:This is a6-month fixed-term role, based inKingston & 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 isterm-time only, with opportunities forfull-time (during term-time only),part-time, orjob shareworking 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. We’d love to hear from you!


This advert closes on Tuesday 15 Jul 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Erith, England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£60,000 - £80,000
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Bio & Pharmacology & Health

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