Lead - Infection Prevention and Control

Job overview

The  for Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) will provide support the HoN for IPC in strategic and operational leadership across Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

You will manage the IPC nursing team, ensuring that effective IPC strategies, policies, and practices are embedded within clinical and non-clinical areas

Main duties of the job

Lead and manage the IPC nursing team, ensuring high standards of infection prevention practices.

Develop, implement, and regularly review the IPC Strategy, Policies, and Protocols alongside the Lead Doctor and Head of Nursing for IPC.

Provide expert clinical advice and guidance regarding IPC issues throughout the organisation.

Oversee environmental cleanliness, compliance with evidence-based practices, and minimize infection risks.

Collaborate with Occupational Health and Estates teams regarding staff wellbeing and environmental standards.

Report IPC performance, infection control incidents, and compliance with healthcare standards.

Contribute to IPC policy development at both regional and national levels.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn’t mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn’t ‘fluency’, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see ‘Welsh Language Guidance’ in the documents right at the bottom.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Provide visible, effective leadership in IPC across CTMUHB.

Ensure appropriate staffing, resource allocation, and professional development within the IPC nursing team.

Implement robust audit systems and conduct regular IPC audits.

Engage actively in developing and delivering IPC educational and training programs.

Communicate complex IPC information effectively to diverse audiences, including large groups and senior management.

Act as deputy to the Head of Nursing for IPC when required.