Bank Band 5 Immunisation Nurse - SW

Bank Band 5 Immunisation Nurse - SW Surrey

We are looking for a Bank Band 5 Immunisation Nurse to join the Health and Care Recovery Group (HCRG) Care Group. The role will be based in Guildford and involves administering immunisations in community settings and schools as part of Children and Family Health Surrey services.

Benefits include:

• Flexible Shift Booking – Self‑book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance.
• Wagestream Access – Track and access earned wages at any time.
• Professional Growth – Gain experience across services, free training and access to professional networks.
• 24/7 Well‑being Support – Free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance and career coaching.
• Innovative Culture – Share ideas, apply for national funding and contribute to service improvements.
• Recognition & Engagement – Nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.
• Commitment to Excellence – Work with a team with “Good” or “Outstanding” CQC ratings.

• Assist in the delivery of school and community immunisation programmes following local policies, PGDs and SOPs.
• Administer vaccines safely with correct cold chain storage, handling and accurate documentation.
• Prepare, transport and maintain immunisation equipment and vaccine stocks for sessions.
• Act as Lead Nurse once 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 the 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, mandatory training and supervise 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.
• Able to assess needs, work independently and manage own time.
• IT literate and able to work collaboratively within a team.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car insured for business use.

• Mentor preparation, ENB 998 or Practice Supervisor/Assessor qualification.
• 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.

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check.