Job summary

Fixed Term: 6 months School Term Time only

• End date 31st March 2027
• Hours: Term Time hours

We are looking forBand 5 Nursesto join ourMerton, Sutton and Wandsworth 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 will love to hear from you. Car driver essential.

Previous applicants need not apply.

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 nurse with at least 6 months experience and above or those looking for a change from ward-based roles

. This is a face to face post (no flexibility working)

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

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£36,943 to £44,900 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-Imms26-B5-MSW-A

Job locations

The Grange 1 Central Road

Morden

SM4 5PQ

United Kingdom

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 Merton/Sutton/ Wandsworth, with travel to schools and community sites across the boroughs. You will be provided with a parking permit (where appropriate) 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. We will love to hear from you!

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 Merton/Sutton/ Wandsworth, with travel to schools and community sites across the boroughs. You will be provided with a parking permit (where appropriate) 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. We will love to hear from you!

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

Desirable

• Experience of administering immunisations

Skills /Abilities

Essential

• IT skills, particularly Windows applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Numerate and literate, with good command of spoken and written English

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Car driver with use of a car or the ability to travel between locations with equipment.

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 Desirable Experience of administering immunisations Skills /Abilities Essential IT skills, particularly Windows applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) Numerate and literate, with good command of spoken and written English Personal Attributes Essential Car driver with use of a car or the ability to travel between locations with equipment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Grange 1 Central Road

Morden

SM4 5PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Grange 1 Central Road

Morden

SM4 5PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)