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Infection Prevention and Control Lead

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Circle Health Group

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United Kingdom , Basingstoke

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55000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

The Hampshire Clinic is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. We have an opportunity for an Infection Prevention and Control Lead to join their team of staff in the nursing department. This is a part time role for 22 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead on the implementation and monitoring of the hospital’s infection prevention and control strategy
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and guidance (e.g. CQC, HIS, HTM 01-05, and national IPC standards)
  • Oversee surveillance of healthcare-associated infections, antibiotic resistance, and outbreaks
  • Investigate and report IPC incidents, supporting root cause analysis (RCA) and implementation of action plans
  • Deliver IPC training to all levels of staff as part of induction, mandatory training, and ongoing development
  • Provide expert advice and support to clinical teams, ensuring best practice in hand hygiene, aseptic technique, PPE use, and decontamination

Requirements:

  • Registered Nurse (Adult) or relevant healthcare professional with active NMC/HCPC registration
  • Significant experience in infection prevention and control
  • Strong knowledge of current IPC legislation, national guidance, and audit standards
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence practice across all staff levels
  • Experience in incident investigation, audit, and delivering staff training
What we offer:
  • 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
  • Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
  • Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
  • Non-contributory life insurance
  • Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
  • Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
  • Employee recognition programmes
  • Industry leading training and development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Expiration:
March 15, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
On-site work
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