National Vaccination Manager

Overview

The Scottish Ambulance Service plays a vital role on the frontline of NHS Scotland, delivering immediate medical assistance and clinical advice to over five million people across the country. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care, preserving life and promoting recovery, with our dedicated workforce offering compassion and expertise to those in greatest need.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Vaccination Service Manager to lead and manage the Scottish Ambulance Service Vaccination Programme. This service delivers a broad range of vaccinations to communities across Scotland, with a particular focus on improving access in remote, rural, and underserved areas. The role is pivotal in addressing health inequalities and enhancing public health outcomes.

This post sits within the Clinical Quality & Professional Development Directorate, under the Infection Prevention & Control Service, and reports directly to the Head of Infection Prevention and Control.

Responsibilities and requirements

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual with strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. The successful candidate must:

• Be a Registered Health Care Professional
• Have demonstrable experience in vaccination service management
• Be innovative and solution-focused in their approach
• Hold a valid UK driving licence with C1 or D1 category

Informal discussions

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Karen Burnett, Head of Infection Prevention and Control - , or

Andrew Carruthers, Associate Director of Care Quality -

Application closing date

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 30th September 2025

UK work eligibility and equality

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. NHS Scotland Boards will check entitlement to work as part of pre-employment checks. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship to work with us. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.