Immunisation Nurse for School Aged Children

Job overview

The CTM School Nurse Service is seeking a motivated autonomous, and resilient band 5 immunisation Nurse to join the team. This term-time post is 30 hours over 5 days. The role supports delivery of school aged immunisations in Merthyr Cynon whilst contributing to a one team approach across the health board. The current base in Keir Hardie Health Park, though this may change.

The post holder will work confidently within a skill mix team and respond to the needs of a developing service. Immunisation delivery will take place in schools and community settings, aligned to the Welsh Government school age immunisation schedule and Healthy Child Wales Programme 2. During periods of low immunisation activity, band 5 nurses will support the broader public health role of the School Nursing Service.

Applicants should be committed to professional development and willing to undertake role specific training. A structure induction and mentorship programme will be provided to support achievement of required competencies.

Please note: We welcome applications from registered nurses; however, this role is not suitable for student nurses who have not yet obtained NMC registration. Candidates must be registered with the NMC at the point of application.

Main duties of the job

• To provide high standard of evidence-based care in the delivery of childhood vaccinations in school and community settings.
• Develop and maintain good communication and relationships with partners, for example Cwm Taf Morgannwg wide schools and primary care.
• Undertake training programmes for immunisations schedules which include storage and administration of vaccines and gaining consent.
• Promote the National Immunisation Programme and take all opportunities to increase the uptake and advise parents about the immunisation schedule.
• To attend relevant immunisation meetings to report on immunisation issues.
• Support with the delivery of the wider public health role of the school nursing service.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The successful candidate will have a positive, child centred approach, strong organisational skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, and the flexibility to support immunisation delivery across the health board within a cohesive, supportive team.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable