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Administrator / Healthcare Support Worker (term-time only)

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Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience with children, vaccinator training, Level 3 NHS qualifications, or immunisation role experience, plus a driver's license and access to a car.
  • You will support the immunisation program, attend sessions to provide admin support, administer flu vaccinations, observe students post-vaccination, and travel to schools and clinics.

Requirements

  • Applicants should have experience of working in schools or with children and young people and due to the requirements for the postholder to administer the Flu vaccinations applicants must have experience of one or more of the following.
  • Trained and worked in a covid/ vaccination centre as a vaccinator.
  • OR
  • Attained Level 3 or above in NHS Careers framework with previous clinical experience
  • OR
  • Recently worked in an immunisation role and attained Level 3 in NHS Careers framework and have previous experience prior to their immunisation role
  • The role requires travel to schools and community venues, so you need to be a car driver with access to a car.

Responsibilities

  • Your role will be to support the School Aged Immunisation team in organising, managing and delivering the school-based immunisation programme in all schools.
  • You will be required to attend immunisation sessions in schools and community clinics to provide administrative support and within your role as Healthcare Support Worker you will be required to administer the Flu vaccinations to young people following the supply of the vaccine by an appropriately Registered Healthcare Professional.
  • You will also be required to attend vaccination sessions to observe students who may feel unwell post vaccination.
  • The role requires travel to schools and community venues, so you need to be a car driver with access to a car.
  • If necessary, adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010.
  • Mileage from base will be paid.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Administrator / Healthcare Support Worker position?

The position is part-time at 22.5 hours per week, term time only, with flexibility required to start work as early as 07:30, and some weekend and evening work may also be necessary.

Is prior experience required for this role?

Yes, applicants should have experience working with children and young people and must meet one of the specified criteria related to vaccination experience or clinical qualifications.

Do I need to have a driving license for this position?

Yes, a valid driving license and access to a car are required for travel to various schools and community venues.

Will I receive training for this role?

Yes, full training will be provided for administering vaccinations and other aspects of the role.

Is this position only for a specific region?

Yes, the position is based in Banbury and will require travel across north and west Oxfordshire.

Are there opportunities for career progression in this role?

Yes, the role offers excellent opportunities for career progression within Oxford Health.

What kind of benefits can I expect if I take this position?

Benefits include annual leave, NHS discounts, a pension scheme, career development opportunities, staff accommodation (subject to availability), and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Can I apply if I have a disability?

Yes, adjustments can be considered for applicants with disabilities in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Providing mental and community health services to a population of 2.5 million people across Bucks, Oxon, Wilts and BaNES

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT) provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes. We focus on delivering care as close to home as possible. As a leading teaching, training and research trust, we have close links to Oxford and Oxford Brookes universities. We are part of the Oxford Academic Health Science Centre, working closely with our university colleagues to translate their findings into clinical care as quickly as possible, enabling people using our services to benefit from the latest advances in healthcare. In Oxfordshire we are the main provider of community health services and deliver these in a range of community and inpatient settings, including eight community hospitals. Our mental health teams provide a range of specialist healthcare in the community and from inpatient settings across the geographic areas of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Swindon, Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES). We also provide a range of specialised health services that include forensic mental health and eating disorder services across a wider geographic area including support for patients in Berkshire and from Wales.