Job summary We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is keen to undertake this exciting opportunity to enhance their clinical skills, and infection prevention and control knowledge, by supporting, and with the support of, an experienced team of specialist IPAC nurses and practitioners Main duties of the job This is an ideal opportunity for career progression with a Trust that has recently achieved outstanding from CQC. We are proud to say we are the first community trust to have achieved this accolade, which is a testament to the forward progressive nature of the Trust and our commitment to delivering high quality care in sometimes challenging environments IT skills are an essential element for this role and full training will be provided as part of a comprehensive induction programme If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role please contact Donna Hudson, Infection Prevention and Control Team Operations Manager on 01603 272472 About us If this post excites you, if you are looking to improve the level of job satisfaction you experience, and if you are happy to work across the whole county as part of this developing role, we look forward to your application NCH&C is committed to the development of future health clinicians and there will be an expectation that the IPAC Support Worker will be a highly motivated team player that consistently delivers to the highest standards. You will live, breathe and promote the NCH&C's Behaviour Framework Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title Date posted 18 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 839-5230451-GP-C Job locations IPAC Team, Woodlands House Norwich Community Hospital, Bowthorpe Road Norwich NR2 3TU Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for a highly motivated Infection Prevention and Control Support Worker to join our Infection Prevention and Control team. After the initial period of training has been completed you will be autonomously FIT testing the Trust staff that are required to wear FFP3 respirators. You will also be completing Infection Prevention and Control audits across all Trust sites The successful applicant must demonstrate that they can work successfully autonomously, after initial training, and also within this dynamic and successful IPAC Team. A team that strives to effectively communicate, educate and advise Trust staff and we look forward to welcoming you to enable us to continue this work together Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for a highly motivated Infection Prevention and Control Support Worker to join our Infection Prevention and Control team. After the initial period of training has been completed you will be autonomously FIT testing the Trust staff that are required to wear FFP3 respirators. You will also be completing Infection Prevention and Control audits across all Trust sites The successful applicant must demonstrate that they can work successfully autonomously, after initial training, and also within this dynamic and successful IPAC Team. A team that strives to effectively communicate, educate and advise Trust staff and we look forward to welcoming you to enable us to continue this work together Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good level of general education to include GCSE English and Mathematics or equivalent Qualitative RPE fit tester training, or willingness to undertake in post Up-to-date mandatory and statutory training portfolio Experience Essential Proven relevant experience of undertaking practical tasks in accordance with written procedures Willingness to be flexible in their approach to tasks, with a view to supporting a broad range of H&S related tasks when directed Efficient IT skills and be experienced and proficient in the use of Microsoft packages including word, excel and PowerPoint Desirable Prior experience of fit testing Prior experience of working in a healthcare setting Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Essential Able to use own initiative and work without supervision Ability to organise and prioritise workload independently Able to communicate with staff working at all levels Able to work with minimum supervision, prioritising and managing own workload during FIT testing sessions Ability to work within a team Desirable Able to work to strict deadlines Interest in and knowledge of IPAC Knowledge/experience of the audit process Excellent organisational skills Communication Essential Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Desirable Ability to liaise and coordinate with teams from other departments and organisations Personal and People Development Essential Committed to helping others Other Essential Ability to work flexibly dependent on the needs of the service, including on occasion outside of core working hours Resourceful Able to manoeuvre and set up equipment The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health Must hold full and valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle (if applicable) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good level of general education to include GCSE English and Mathematics or equivalent Qualitative RPE fit tester training, or willingness to undertake in post Up-to-date mandatory and statutory training portfolio Experience Essential Proven relevant experience of undertaking practical tasks in accordance with written procedures Willingness to be flexible in their approach to tasks, with a view to supporting a broad range of H&S related tasks when directed Efficient IT skills and be experienced and proficient in the use of Microsoft packages including word, excel and PowerPoint Desirable Prior experience of fit testing Prior experience of working in a healthcare setting Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Essential Able to use own initiative and work without supervision Ability to organise and prioritise workload independently Able to communicate with staff working at all levels Able to work with minimum supervision, prioritising and managing own workload during FIT testing sessions Ability to work within a team Desirable Able to work to strict deadlines Interest in and knowledge of IPAC Knowledge/experience of the audit process Excellent organisational skills Communication Essential Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Desirable Ability to liaise and coordinate with teams from other departments and organisations Personal and People Development Essential Committed to helping others Other Essential Ability to work flexibly dependent on the needs of the service, including on occasion outside of core working hours Resourceful Able to manoeuvre and set up equipment The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health Must hold full and valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle (if applicable) 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 Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust Address IPAC Team, Woodlands House Norwich Community Hospital, Bowthorpe Road Norwich NR2 3TU Employer's website https://www.norfolkcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)