Immunisation and CTAC Operational Clinical Lead

Nhsscotland; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health board in Scotland is seeking an Immunisation and Community Treatment and Care Operational Clinical Lead. This part-time position requires a qualified nurse to oversee immunisation services in various community settings. The ideal candidate will have current NMC registration and management experience, as well as strong clinical nursing skills. The contract is fixed-term for 9 months, offering a salary at Band 7 along with additional benefits such as a Distant Islands Allowance. The role is based at The Balfour in Kirkwall.

Benefits

Distant Islands Allowance

Attractive pension scheme

Work-life balance policies

Qualifications

• Qualified first level registered nurse with current NMC registration.
• Recent management and leadership experience required.
• High standard of professional nursing values essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate delivery of immunisation services.
• Support the delivery of the Primary Care Improvement Plan.
• Manage and support staff through change.

Skills

Nursing skills

Management experience

Leadership skills

Education

First level registered nurse with current NMC registration

Qualifications equivalent to level 9 of SCQF

Job description

About the Organisation

As Scotland’s smallest health board, NHS Orkney is committed to delivering excellent care to our 22,000 residents. Whether you’re new to the NHS or bringing experience from elsewhere, your skills will make a real difference.

Our modern healthcare facility, The Balfour, brings together inpatient care, emergency services, outpatient clinics, diagnostics, GP practices and the Scottish Ambulance Service. We’re also investing in services across our outer isles, ensuring high‑quality care reaches every corner of Orkney.

We are guided by our core values that shape everything we do – Open and honest, Respect and Kindness – from how we care for our patients to how we support each other as colleagues.

About Orkney

With over 70 islands – 20 of them inhabited – Orkney offers a unique blend of natural beauty, close‑knit community and an opportunity for adventure. From dramatic coastlines and rare wildlife to rich cultural traditions and active lifestyles, it’s a place where compassion thrives and every day brings something new. Regularly named one of the UK’s best places to live, Orkney offers a lifestyle that’s both fulfilling and inspiring.

The Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitable qualified and competent person for the role of Immunisation and Community Treatment and Care Operational Clinical Lead to plan and co‑ordinate the delivery of the immunisation services within various settings in the community. The role will also support the delivery of the Primary Care Improvement Plan and the overall services within the department during its current transitional period where a flexible approach will be required.

The Candidate

Applications are sought from individuals who are qualified to first level registered nurse with current NMC registration and first level degree or qualifications/experience equivalent to level 9 of Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) including recent management and leadership experience.

You should have a high standard of professional nursing values and clinical nursing skills and have the ability to manage and support staff through change.

It is essential that the post holder has access to transport and if driving themselves should hold a full driving licence. If, by virtue of a disablement, an applicant has the qualifications to perform the post but cannot drive, then the possibility of adjustments to arrange transport will be considered.

Location, Working Pattern and Contract Duration

This post will be based at The Balfour.

Working pattern: Part Time – 18.5 hours per week.

Contract duration: Fixed‑term for 9 months to cover substantive postholder’s secondment leave.

It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NHS Orkney.

Benefits and Salary

The salary for this post is Band 7 and if residing on Orkney you’ll also receive a Distant Islands Allowance of £1,654 pro‑rata per annum.

NHS Orkney also offers an attractive pension scheme, wide range of work‑life balance policies, employee assistance programme and various discounts to both local and national retailers.

Further Information

If you share our vision and are ready to be part of Team Orkney, we’d love to hear from you. Your rewarding career starts here!

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If there are additional requirements you would like to request, please contact [e-mail].

For further guidance on the recruitment process and tips for creating a strong application, please refer to our Candidate Application Pack.

To find out more about this opportunity please contact Laura Highley, Interim Clinical Nurse Manager on [e-mail].

This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland check.

Interview Date

Thursday of February 2026.