Paramedic-led community vaccination services
Bringing vaccinations safely to care homes and housebound patients
Our specialist vaccination service is delivered by registered practitioners in partnership with GP
surgeries, PCNs, and ICBs. We provide safe, efficient, and fully governed vaccination
programmes tailored to the needs of housebound patients and care home residents.
What we cover
COVID-19
vaccinations
Shingles
vaccinations
Seasonal flu
vaccinations
Other eligible programmes delivered under current NHS guidance
Our approach to partnership working
We work as a seamless extension of GP practices and PCNs, taking on the management
of full vaccination programmes to ease the pressure on GPs and nurses. By fully
integrating with practice clinical systems, we ensure smooth record-keeping and
continuity of care, while directly contributing to vaccination targets and quality indicators.
Care home programmes
- Collaborative pre-planning with care home managers
- Identification of eligible residents with care staff
- Mass vaccination sessions for residents and staff
- Training for care teams on post-vaccine
Logistical coordination
- Efficient route planning to maximise patients seen per day
- Strict cold chain management for vaccine storage and transport
- Appointment scheduling adapted to patient needs and care routines
- Coordination with GP practices for identification and consent processes
Clinical delivery
- Pre-vaccination health assessments in homes and care settings
- Full review of medical histories and current medications
- Administration of vaccines under PGDs/PSDs
- Post-vaccination monitoring, advice, and reassurance
- Full documentation entered into GP or central NHS systems
Governance & quality assurance
- Operate under strict governance and clinical supervision protocols
- Comprehensive documentation for every patient
- Adherence to infection prevention and control standards
- Regular competency checks and ongoing clinical updates
- Standardised protocols for all vaccine types and patient groups
