Job summary Are you a registered Healthcare Professional looking for a role in immunisations? Would you like to work within Newcastle Maternity Services as part of the clinical team providing a safe and effective service for the delivery of vaccinations in the hospital and in pop up clinics in the community. The role involves clinical assessment, preparation of the vaccine, administration, and post vaccine observations support in line with local and national guidelines to ensure high-quality evidence-based care. As a Registered Healthcare Professional, you will be responsible for supporting the Maternity Service to ensure that the maternity service users' needs are met through the delivery of high-quality responsive care. The role requires exceptional interpersonal skills, the ability to coordinate the daily delivery of care within the vaccination hub, and to be able to work effectively both alone and as part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the needs of the service user remain central in all aspects of work. Previous experience of working within a clinical setting, knowledge and experience in immunisation in pregnancy and the postnatal period are essential. This role will comprise of corporate shifts Monday to Friday; full and part time hours are available. Interview Date Monday 07 July 2025 You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy NO AGENCIES PLEASE Main duties of the job To share vaccination information with services users in accordance with the national vaccination programme and offer immunisation to eligible individuals. To assess, plan, deliver and evaluate influenza, COVID-19, pertussis and any other recommended vaccinations to all eligible maternity service users. To liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team and refer where appropriate. To ensure all stock, equipment and pharmacological supplies are available and easily accessible each day. To clearly document all interactions at the point of care. To report any adverse outcome effectively according to local and national policies. To ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement. About us Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites: Freeman Hospital Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site) Newcastle Dental Hospital Newcastle Fertility Centre Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria Northern Genetics Service Cramlington Manor Walks These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites. Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'. For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit:Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Details Date posted 19 June 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 317-2025-24-030 Job locations Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Job description Job responsibilities As a Registered Health Care Professional working in immunisations, the post holder will work as part of the Antenatal Clinic Team to provide a safe and effective service for the delivery of vaccinations for pertussis as well as both influenza and the COVID-19 vaccine(s). The post holder will undertake activities such as: clinical assessment, dilution and drawing up of the vaccine from multidose vials and post vaccine observations support. In particular, the post holder will be responsible for:o The configuration of the vaccination locationo Conducting clinical assessments.o The review of complex medical histories and potential adverse reactions.o Preparation of the vaccine prior to administration by the immunisers using aseptic technique. Ensuring the best possible clinical outcomes by using up-to-date skills and adhering to evidence-based policies and procedures. The post holder will Manage and prioritise own workload. Work as an effective team member, demonstrate good personal communication skills and actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships. Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients may be affected. Display good analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations. Demonstrate concise, accurate, timely record keeping and ensure that all work carried out is recorded accurately. Provide skilled, evidence-based care which adheres to agreed policies and procedures. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. Job description Job responsibilities As a Registered Health Care Professional working in immunisations, the post holder will work as part of the Antenatal Clinic Team to provide a safe and effective service for the delivery of vaccinations for pertussis as well as both influenza and the COVID-19 vaccine(s). The post holder will undertake activities such as: clinical assessment, dilution and drawing up of the vaccine from multidose vials and post vaccine observations support. In particular, the post holder will be responsible for:o The configuration of the vaccination locationo Conducting clinical assessments.o The review of complex medical histories and potential adverse reactions.o Preparation of the vaccine prior to administration by the immunisers using aseptic technique. Ensuring the best possible clinical outcomes by using up-to-date skills and adhering to evidence-based policies and procedures. The post holder will Manage and prioritise own workload. Work as an effective team member, demonstrate good personal communication skills and actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships. Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients may be affected. Display good analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations. Demonstrate concise, accurate, timely record keeping and ensure that all work carried out is recorded accurately. Provide skilled, evidence-based care which adheres to agreed policies and procedures. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential Educated to degree level or diploma in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Registered Health Care Professional e.g. NMC for nurses, GPhC for pharmacists and equivalent for other healthcare professionals. Current immunisation training / update or willingness to undertake Knowledge & Experience Essential Previous experience in similar clinical role Knowledge of immunisation schedules in accordance with national recommendations Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Practical skills and knowledge of cold chain procedures and medicines management Evidence of continuous personal and professional development and willingness to commit to ongoing CPD Desirable Specialist knowledge in a relevant subject to post graduate level Skills & Abilities Essential Working knowledge and literate with computer skills to use of word document, internet access and email correspondence and electronic record keeping Clear communicator with excellent oral, writing, and presentation skills Effective skills in communicating complex and sensitive information and in difficult situations, requiring empathy, reassurance, persuasion and influence Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problemsolving and analytical skills Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workloads to changing and often tight deadlines An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust Ability to work in a variety of settings Desirable Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential Educated to degree level or diploma in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Registered Health Care Professional e.g. NMC for nurses, GPhC for pharmacists and equivalent for other healthcare professionals. Current immunisation training / update or willingness to undertake Knowledge & Experience Essential Previous experience in similar clinical role Knowledge of immunisation schedules in accordance with national recommendations Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Practical skills and knowledge of cold chain procedures and medicines management Evidence of continuous personal and professional development and willingness to commit to ongoing CPD Desirable Specialist knowledge in a relevant subject to post graduate level Skills & Abilities Essential Working knowledge and literate with computer skills to use of word document, internet access and email correspondence and electronic record keeping Clear communicator with excellent oral, writing, and presentation skills Effective skills in communicating complex and sensitive information and in difficult situations, requiring empathy, reassurance, persuasion and influence Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problemsolving and analytical skills Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workloads to changing and often tight deadlines An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust Ability to work in a variety of settings Desirable Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . 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 The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Employer's website https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Employer's website https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab). Location : Royal Victoria Infirmary, NE1 4LP 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary, United Kingdom