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Job summary

Main area
Infection Prevention
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 8 to 4 or 9 to 5)
Job ref
100-NMR238-0826
Employer
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Glangwili General Hospital
Town
Carmarthen
Salary
£50,129 - £57,365 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
23/08/2026 23:59
Interview date
01/09/2026

Employer heading

Hywel Dda University Health Board logo

Senior Infection Prevention Nurse

Band 7

Our Hywel Dda values reflect who we are and how we behave. We continuously work together to be the best we can be as we strive to develop and deliver excellent services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you would demonstrate these values in the way that you work with us.

If you are registered Health Care professional considering relocating to the Hywel Dda area in West Wales please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment campaigns team directly via [email protected]

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Hywel Dda University Health Board reserve the right to close vacancies after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration for a post.


The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.

Job overview

The Senior Infection Prevention and Control Nurse will provide expert specialist advice, leadership and assurance across a defined Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) programme within Hywel Dda University Health Board. The post holder will support the prevention, surveillance and management of healthcare-associated infections, communicable diseases, outbreaks and incidents across acute, community and primary care settings. They will lead the interpretation of surveillance and audit information, support quality improvement initiatives and work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams to ensure compliance with national standards, Welsh Government guidance and Health Board priorities. The role includes operational leadership of members of the IPC team and contributing to organisational governance, risk management and assurance processes.

Main duties of the job

Provide expert infection prevention and control advice to clinical and non-clinical services across the Health Board. 
  • Lead and support the investigation and management of outbreaks, incidents and healthcare-associated infections.
  • Undertake complex IPC risk assessments and provide advice to mitigate identified risks.
  • Monitor, analyse and interpret surveillance, audit and incident data to identify trends, risks and areas for improvement. 
  • Lead the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of infection prevention and control programmes and improvement initiatives. 
  • Develop, review and implement IPC policies, procedures, guidelines and audit programmes in line with national standards and best practice.
  • Provide professional and operational leadership, supervision and support to members of the IPC team. 
  • Deliver and support education, training and competency programmes to promote high standards of infection prevention and control practice. 
  • Contribute to governance, assurance and risk management processes, including preparation of reports for senior management and committees. 
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, external agencies and partner organisations to improve patient safety and reduce infection risks.

Working for our organisation

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. 

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. 

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers. 

Our services are provided in: 

  • Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest 
  • Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire 
  • Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings 
  • 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers 
  • Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

  • Provide specialist IPC advice relating to the built environment, including water safety, ventilation, refurbishment and new-build projects. 
  • Deputise for the Head of Infection Prevention and Control as required.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews to be held on 01/09/2026.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences.  In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Registered Nurse - 1st Level Degree or equivalent
  • Level 7 Masters qualification in Infection Prevention and Control
  • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
  • Willing to attend Infection Prevention & Control study days / conferences / national events
Desirable criteria
  • Master’s degree or willing to work towards
  • Teaching/assessing qualification
  • Leadership/management qualification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Significant post-registration experience
  • Experience working at Band 6 within IPC or related field
  • Experience of outbreak and incident management
  • Experience of audit, surveillance and data interpretation
  • Experience of influencing practice across multidisciplinary teams
Desirable criteria
  • Experience contributing to organisational or corporate programmes
  • Experience of quality improvement methodologies
  • Experience in research or project work

Language Skills

Desirable criteria
  • Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareNo smoking policyCymraegDisability confident employerStep into healthCarer Confident (With Welsh translation)Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - GoldCore principlesStonewall 2023 Bronze

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Rebecca Richards
Job title
Head of Infection Prevention
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01267283146
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