We are seeking an Infection Prevention and Control Matron/Operational Lead . This is an exciting opportunity to have a positive impact on patient safety and experience, driving improvement across the organisation.

You will occupy a high-profile role, be readily accessible, and bear management and consultancy responsibilities for implementing the infection control strategy, while providing effective clinical leadership that supports and inspires colleagues.

The role is crucial in establishing and maintaining operational IPC assurance processes.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will serve as a vital member of the Infection Prevention and Control team (IPC) and collaborate with clinical colleagues to oversee infection control activities and implement necessary actions and changes to decrease incidence of infection.

They will provide leadership for the IPC Programme, ensuring operational service delivery across various areas.

The role involves making a substantial contribution to the initiatives led by the Chief Nurse/Director of IPC and the Deputy Director of IPC (DDIPC), aiming to improve the Trust's adherence to The Health and Social Care Act 2008.

Additionally, the role requires working in partnership with Estates and Facilities staff to ensure compliance with legislation and regulatory standards, including but not limited to Health Technical Memoranda (HTM) and Health Building Notes (HBN), in alignment with Trust Estates and Facilities protocols.

Coordinate the activities of IPC nurses in preventing, monitoring, and controlling infections across the Trust as part of the IPC team.

Offer specialized IPC guidance and knowledge to the Trust's multi-disciplinary team members

About us

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at �18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind we are open and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• RGN (Level 1)
• Relevant Qualification in Infection Prevention and Control at diploma level or above
• Relevant degree Master's degree or equivalent level of skill acquired through experience
• Evidence of ongoing relevant professional development
• Formal teaching and assessing award Formal management qualification or equivalent level of skill acquired through experience.

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Relevant and recent experience in leading the Infection Prevention and Control agenda with demonstrable success
• Relevant experience in nursing management at Band 8a/b or above in a related field
• Understanding of topical nursing issues
• Ability and willingness to travel to all sites within the organisation
• Proven record of successfully implementing change
• Demonstrable understanding and experience of management and handling of data and information
• Budgetary management and workforce development experience. In depth understanding and experience of clinical governance and quality management. Proven experience of leading and delivering the patient safety agenda Well-developed negotiating / influencing skills based on a thorough understanding of business principles and NHS clinical systems

Desirable

• Awareness of political and professional agenda in nursing and NHS management
• Demonstrable awareness of national professional and educational issues

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

419-6410323-IPCOL-CNT