Job overview

We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, motivated and articulate specialist practitioner in Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) who has excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to influence others.

The post holder will be a key player in our IPC agenda and work in collaboration with Directorate leaders across the organisation in ensuring robust IPC measures and governance processes are in place and embedded in practice.

The post holder will develop a quality, proactive and evidence based IPC service, to prevent and reduce the incidence of infections and implement systems to enhance patient and staff safety across the organisation, acting as a role model at all times.

The ability to manage own workload is vital for this role. You must have commitment to influence change and drive progress in the challenging and changing speciality of Infection Prevention. Experience in managing incidents and outbreaks is essential. 

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates – If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP. 

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be responsible for providing specialist IPC advice and support to staff and teams working both in the acute and community services to ensure adherence to good practice in IPC.

• The post holder will be responsible for the daily operational delivery of a complex IPC programme. Including provision of specialist advice, outbreak management, undertaking post-infection reviews, quality improvements projects of clinical areas and practice, surveillance, education, project management that drives improvement in patient care through learning and support for staff, patients, and visitors in order to maintain a safe and clean environment

Please note that the interview will be conducted on 9th October 2025, tentatively, subject to availability.

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence^® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.