Job summary Responsible for monitoring the provision of decontamination services trust wide, including the contract held with the external decontamination provider (Synergy) to ensure the Trust remains technically compliant. In conjunction with the Lead Nurse for IPC and the Theatre Manager be responsible for the implementation of an operational policy for decontamination ensuring the highest standards and for monitoring the implementation of said policy. Main duties of the job The Decontamination Lead will ensure compliance with national guidance and standards and will also facilitate continual improvement in the management of medical devices and decontamination processes by liaising with various partners internally and externally to the Trust. Provide highly specialist advice and / or training to own and other professions. About us The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009. With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions. Date posted 13 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 160-6913723 Job locations The Walton Centre NHS Trust Lower Lane Liverpool L9 7LJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description and person specification document for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description and person specification document for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to relevant Degree level or equivalent NVQ 3 in Decontamination Equivalent demonstrable experience in Decontamination processes, practical and legislation Desirable ECDL or equivalent Knowledge Essential An understanding of national policy and current issues related to decontamination including NICE 196 interventional guidance and CfPP 01-01 Experience of managing change Project management skills and proven track record of delivery Experience of working with clinical teams Desirable Understanding of cost effective management of resources Minimum 3 years supervisory experience in Sterile Services or related field Experience with procurement processes Skills Essential Good organisational skills Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively Ability to write concise and accurate reports Ability to plan own time Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to relevant Degree level or equivalent NVQ 3 in Decontamination Equivalent demonstrable experience in Decontamination processes, practical and legislation Desirable ECDL or equivalent Knowledge Essential An understanding of national policy and current issues related to decontamination including NICE 196 interventional guidance and CfPP 01-01 Experience of managing change Project management skills and proven track record of delivery Experience of working with clinical teams Desirable Understanding of cost effective management of resources Minimum 3 years supervisory experience in Sterile Services or related field Experience with procurement processes Skills Essential Good organisational skills Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively Ability to write concise and accurate reports Ability to plan own time 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust Address The Walton Centre NHS Trust Lower Lane Liverpool L9 7LJ Employer's website https://www.thewaltoncentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)