Immunisation and CTAC Operational Clinical Lead

Nhsscotland; Ireland; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Ireland is seeking an Immunisation and Community Treatment and Care Operational Clinical Lead. The part-time position (18.5 hours per week) involves coordinating immunisation services and supporting the Primary Care Improvement Plan. Candidates must be a registered nurse with leadership experience. The role offers a Band 7 salary along with an attractive benefits package, including a pension and discounts. The post is fixed-term for 9 months and requires UK residency.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Discounts at local and national retailers

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the immunisation services delivery.
• Support the Primary Care Improvement Plan during transition.
• Manage and support staff through changes.

Skills

First level registered nurse

Leadership experience

Clinical nursing skills

Education

First Level Degree or equivalent qualifications

Job description

As Scotlands smallest health board, NHS Orkney is committed to delivering excellent care to our 22,000 residents. Whether youre 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. Were 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, its a place where compassion thrives and every day brings something new. Regularly named one of the UKs best places to live, Orkney offers a lifestyle thats 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 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

The successful candidate will work: Part Time 18.5 hours per week

This post is Fixed‑term for 9 months to cover substantive postholders 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

Did you know NHS Scotland salaries are higher than those in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland?

The salary for this post is Band 7 and if residing on Orkney, youll also receive a Distant Islands Allowance of £1,654 pro rata per annum, adding extra value to your rewarding career with us.

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, wed 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.

Contact

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

Disclosure and Reference

This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland check.

Reference: 231317

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 04/01/2026

How To Apply: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/./displayjob.aspx?jobid=231718&source=JobtrainRss