About The RoleAs a senior role model, you will champion best practice in Infection Control, providing expert clinical guidance and support to the multi-professional team. You will play a key role in developing staff across the organisation, using education and training resources to promote continuous improvement and foster a culture of openness, collaboration, and effective communication.You will lead the Nursing Infection Control Team and hold responsibility for coordinating and delivering Infection Control activities throughout the hospital.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, support, and develop Infection Control practice across the hospitalAudit and assess infection control practices at ward and departmental level, making evidence-based recommendations for improvement in collaboration with Infection Control ConsultantsMonitor infection risks, rates, and trends, reporting outcomes to the Infection Control CommitteeInvestigate and manage outbreaks of infection, advising on appropriate actions in partnership with the Infection Control Doctor and reporting findings to the Infection Control CommitteeInvestigate increases in healthcare-associated (nosocomial) infections and recommend practice changes as requiredAct as a specialist advisor to hospital staff on Infection Control matters, promoting best practice at all timesEducate, support, and regularly update staff on Infection Control policies, procedures, and emerging issuesRequirementsRegistered General Nurse. Minimum 5 years post registration experienceHigher diploma in Infection Control desirablePrevious IPC experienceBe on the live register with NMBI.Excellent inter-personal skills.Leadership and management skills.Knowledge of issues relating to nurse education and development.Up to date knowledge in best practice for issues relating to Infection ControlMater Private offers:Competitive salary and benefits packageOpportunities for professional development and growthThe chance to make a real difference in people's livesMater Private Network is an Equal Opportunities Employer