Registered General Nurse

Vaccination Nurse - School-Based Nasal Flu Programme

Location: Tower Hamlets & Hackney

Pay Rate: Up to £25 per hour

Job Type: Locum / Bank - Flexible Sessions

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30 / 16:00

Start Date: Immediate starts available through to 2027

About the Role

Vela Medical Group is recruiting Registered Nurses to support a school-based Nasal Flu Vaccination Programme this winter.

We have exciting opportunities for enthusiastic and reliable Vaccination Nurses to join our team, delivering seasonal influenza vaccinations to school-aged children across a range of locations throughout Tower Hamlets & Hackney.

These flexible locum and bank opportunities are ideal for nurses looking to supplement their existing income, secure regular weekday sessions or gain experience in community and school-based healthcare.

With sessions available across multiple locations and opportunities running through to 2027, this is an excellent opportunity to make a positive difference to children's health while enjoying flexible working arrangements.

Key Details

• Competitive pay: Earn up to £25 per hour.
• Flexible locum and bank sessions: Opportunities for both ad hoc and regular work.
• Convenient weekday hours: Monday to Friday, with shifts typically running from 08:30 to 15:30 or 16:00.
• Multiple locations: Opportunities available in Tower Hamlets & Hackney
• Mileage allowance: Mileage paid for journeys exceeding 10 miles, subject to the applicable travel policy.
• Immediate opportunities: Sessions available ASAP, with work continuing through to 2027.

The Ideal Candidate

• Registered with the NMC and hold valid registration.
• Confident in delivering vaccinations or willing to demonstrate relevant immunisation competence and experience.
• Professional, compassionate and confident when working with children and school communities.
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently as well as part of a wider clinical team.
• Available for weekday sessions, with a preference for nurses interested in regular bookings.

Relevant immunisation training, paediatric vaccination experience and the ability to meet applicable safeguarding and occupational health requirements will be advantageous. Candidates must meet the programme's clinical competency and compliance requirements.

Why Work with Vela Medical Group?

At Vela Medical Group, we connect healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities that fit their skills and availability.

By joining our vaccination team, you can benefit from:

• Competitive hourly rates.
• Flexible locum and bank working.
• Opportunities to secure regular sessions.
• The opportunity to contribute to an important seasonal public health programme.

Referral rewards are also available: Know a Registered Nurse who may be interested? Refer a friend or colleague and you could receive a referral voucher following a successful referral, subject to the applicable scheme terms.