Band 6 Infection Prevention and Control Practitioner

An opportunity has arisen within our Patient Safety and Quality Team for an enthusiastic and innovative healthcare practitioner who is committed to delivering a safe, responsive and effective Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C) service to teams across St Peter’s Hospice.

The post holder will be responsible for the leadership and management of IP&C with external support. They will act as a resource for advice and support in relation to IP&C whilst facilitating the prevention, surveillance, investigation and control of infection within the organisation.

The post holder will be required to have a visible presence in promoting best practice across clinical and non-clinical environments to prevent and minimise the risk of healthcare associated infections.

This is a really exciting time to join the hospice as we develop our Patient Safety and Quality Team. In return, we are able to offer:

Salary from £37,875 up to £44,962 per annum (FTE), dependent on experience
Working hours are 22.5 hours per week
Office location: Based at the Hospice in Brentry and in the Community
Continuation in the NHS Pension Scheme for existing members 
Generous holiday entitlement and recognition for previous NHS service (up to 33 days for 10 years’ service)
Continual professional development
Onsite cafe and free parking
 

For more information, please view the job description located at end of this page or contact Hayley Mumford – Patient Safety and Quality Manager at hayley.mumford@stpetershospice.org on 0117 915 9444.

Evidence of vaccination history or immunity tests will be required.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK before they apply for a vacancy and be able to provide evidence of this.

Due to the nature of the work involved, this role is exempt from the ROA and all job holders are required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Check

You must have a clean driving licence and access to a car.