Immunisation Staff Nurse

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Immunisation Staff Nurse within our Children and Families Health Team based at Ayrshire Central Hospital, within the North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership.

You will work as part of the Children and Families Health Team, supporting and delivering the children/young people Immunisation Programme at GP premises, community and educational establishments in line with the Public Health agenda. You will provide high quality nursing care, support and advice to children and young people and their parents/carers, and deliver Immunisation services that are patient‑centred and responsive to local needs.

• Registered Nurse
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Demonstration of communication skills
• Demonstration of organisational and motivational skills
• Ability to work within a multi‑disciplinary team promoting integrated nursing approaches
• Experience of working with children and families (community experience desirable)

30 hours worked Monday‑Friday. Compressed hours may be considered.

To apply, please complete the application process on Job Train. Do not upload a CV as it will not be used for shortlisting. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date; late applications will not be accepted. If you need help completing the application, follow this link to our assistance page. Please ensure your email address is correct and check your inbox (including junk folders) and Job Train account for updates.

Contact Allison Brown, Children’s Immunisation Lead on  for further information about the role. For any system issues, contact the Job Train Candidate Support Hub.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigration. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship should confirm eligibility before submitting their application. NHS Ayrshire and Arran is unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.