Job summary
Full time 37.5 hours per week.
Join our dedicated Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Team as we seek a motivated individual to support our ward-based training initiatives for Health Care Assistants and Nursing Associates
What We Offer:
A dynamic work environment focused on professional growth.
Opportunities for continuing professional development.
A chance to make a meaningful impact on patient safety and care.
If you are passionate about infection prevention and are eager to contribute to a vital healthcare team, we encourage you to apply
Join us in making a difference in patient care and safety
Main duties of the job
Assist in the induction and orientation of new colleagues.
Facilitate the development and assessment of healthcare staff.
Act as a role model, promoting best practices in infection prevention.
Collaborate with Registered IPC Nurses on delegated tasks.
Communicate essential information to the IPC Team and other staff.
Support the IPC Audit & Surveillance activities.
Collect and manage relevant clinical data.
Participate in infection prevention campaigns and maintain up-to-date information resources.
Undertake clerical duties, including data entry and creating teaching materials.
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and Infection Prevention policies.
About us
Join the IPC team, where collaboration drives innovation! We thrive on teamwork, adapt quickly, and deliver with precision. Our supportive, high-energy atmosphere empowers everyone to excel while making a real impact.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Team in enhancing infection prevention practices through education, training, and audits. The role focuses on delivering ward-based training for Health Care Assistants and Nursing Associates, assisting in the induction and development of new staff, and serving as a role model for best practices in infection prevention. Key responsibilities include supporting IPC audits, collecting clinical data, maintaining professional relationships, and contributing to infection prevention campaigns. This dual-focused role combines practical mentoring and compliance monitoring to promote safety and professionalism in healthcare settings. A key part of the role involves supporting new HCAs as they work towards completing their fundamental of care. This includes practical, hands-on guidance on the wards, helping them apply IPC principles in an active ward setting. IPC Support Workers also assess and sign off competencies
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Team in enhancing infection prevention practices through education, training, and audits. The role focuses on delivering ward-based training for Health Care Assistants and Nursing Associates, assisting in the induction and development of new staff, and serving as a role model for best practices in infection prevention. Key responsibilities include supporting IPC audits, collecting clinical data, maintaining professional relationships, and contributing to infection prevention campaigns. This dual-focused role combines practical mentoring and compliance monitoring to promote safety and professionalism in healthcare settings. A key part of the role involves supporting new HCAs as they work towards completing their fundamental of care. This includes practical, hands-on guidance on the wards, helping them apply IPC principles in an active ward setting. IPC Support Workers also assess and sign off competencies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of completion of a health related education and development programme/ care certificate
- GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Maths & English
- NVQ level 3 in healthcare or equivalent
Desirable
- Additional training in infection control
Experience
Essential
- Experience of recent working in an acute hospital environment as an Health Care Support Worker
- Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary and cross agency work environment
- Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control processes
- Experience in a range of administrative practices
Desirable
- Experience in training or education of staff on infection control practices
Skills
Essential
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
- Good organisational skills
- Proficient in using IT systems and software relevant to the role. I.e. word, powerpoint, excel.
Desirable
- Ability to analyse data and contribute to audits
- Skills in presenting information, coaching others and delivering training sessions.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of infection control guidelines
- Awareness of current issues related to infection control
Desirable
- Understanding of the modes of transmission of infections
Other
Essential
- Professional attitude and commitment to high standards of patient care
- Empathy and sensitivity when dealing with patients and staff
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
- Ability to work flexibly and reliably to meet the needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of completion of a health related education and development programme/ care certificate
- GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Maths & English
- NVQ level 3 in healthcare or equivalent
Desirable
- Additional training in infection control
Experience
Essential
- Experience of recent working in an acute hospital environment as an Health Care Support Worker
- Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary and cross agency work environment
- Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control processes
- Experience in a range of administrative practices
Desirable
- Experience in training or education of staff on infection control practices
Skills
Essential
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
- Good organisational skills
- Proficient in using IT systems and software relevant to the role. I.e. word, powerpoint, excel.
Desirable
- Ability to analyse data and contribute to audits
- Skills in presenting information, coaching others and delivering training sessions.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of infection control guidelines
- Awareness of current issues related to infection control
Desirable
- Understanding of the modes of transmission of infections
Other
Essential
- Professional attitude and commitment to high standards of patient care
- Empathy and sensitivity when dealing with patients and staff
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations
- Ability to work flexibly and reliably to meet the needs of the service
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
