Job summary The post holder will be expected to provide Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) support within their allocated care group as part of the wider IPC team to support the Trust IPC work plan. Support the operational team with all aspects of IPC relevant to their care group and wider Trust as directed. The post holder will be expected to travel to sites within their care group and as directed from a specified base in order to carry out the role effectively. Build positive professional working relationships with all key stakeholders involved in the provision of services and service users. Represent the IPC team at relevant care group meetings. Main duties of the job KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide support to the Head of IPC in delivering the infection prevention and control service annual work programme or plan. To assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of evidence based policies across the organisation. To lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for own professional development. To communicate and maintain links with external stakeholders to promote the reduction of healthcare associated infections (HCAI's). Contribute to and support clinical effectiveness and innovative practice within the infection prevention and control service. The post holder will practice under the direction of the Head of IPC, working towards achieving agreed levels of competence, skills and knowledge to enable independent autonomous practice within their scope of clinical practice. About us EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including; Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment Join our Staff bank What is Staff Bank? Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times. All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish. If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank. Date posted 17 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 364-A-8624 Job locations The Lodge Wickford SS17 7XX Job description Job responsibilities For further information then please take a look at the job description and personal specification. Any concerns please speak with Katheryn Hobbs Job description Job responsibilities For further information then please take a look at the job description and personal specification. Any concerns please speak with Katheryn Hobbs Person Specification Education Essential Education/Qualifications oRegistered Nurse at Diploma or Degree level oTraining course relevant to specialist area of infection prevention and control oTeaching, mentoring, assessing course ? ? ? AF/IN Knowledge Essential Evidence of ongoing professional development since qualification Skills Essential oAn understanding of the challenges faced in such a complex organisation oExperience as an IPC Link worker oExperience working across health care professions and with non-clinical personal Qualities Essential oAble to communicate sensitive information to patients and staff including where there may be barriers to acceptance oPromote team working Additional information Essential oUse of IT skills oAbility to plan and prioritise work load oAbility to work autonomously and as part of a team oExcellent written and verbal communication skills Person Specification Education Essential Education/Qualifications oRegistered Nurse at Diploma or Degree level oTraining course relevant to specialist area of infection prevention and control oTeaching, mentoring, assessing course ? ? ? AF/IN Knowledge Essential Evidence of ongoing professional development since qualification Skills Essential oAn understanding of the challenges faced in such a complex organisation oExperience as an IPC Link worker oExperience working across health care professions and with non-clinical personal Qualities Essential oAble to communicate sensitive information to patients and staff including where there may be barriers to acceptance oPromote team working Additional information Essential oUse of IT skills oAbility to plan and prioritise work load oAbility to work autonomously and as part of a team oExcellent written and verbal communication skills 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Address The Lodge Wickford SS17 7XX Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)