Infection Prevention and Control Assistant Practitioner
2 weeks ago
Infection Prevention and Control Assistant Practitioner The closing date is 07 December 2025 To support the work of the IPaC team with the IPaC audit programme, IPaC link champion training and development, IPaC training, IPaC and TB outbreak screening and FIT testing. This role can be offered as fixed term or secondment. Main duties of the job To support and contribute to the delivery of the Infection Prevention and Control service to patients and staff within Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS Trust and externally. Job responsibilities Provide IPaC hand hygiene training internally to NCHC staff and externally (e.g., care homes). Carry out hand hygiene and commode audits across NCHC staff and externally. Attend external premises to screen people using nose and throat swabs (e.g., farms or homes of farm workers for avian influenza). Have competency for High Consequence Infectious Disease (HCID) PPE donning and doffing. Person Specification Qualifications Foundation Degree in Health or Social Care or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and skills acquired through training and experience. Experience of working in a health or social care setting. Experience Experience of working with people in the statutory/voluntary/private sector. Experience of working with people at the end of life. Evidence of ongoing learning. Experience dealing with members of the public / service user enquiries. Experience of working in people's homes. Knowledge of NHS policy and procedure. Skills Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in‑house training & short courses. Highly motivated. Able to work to strict deadlines in a pressurised environment. Knowledge of multi‑disciplinary team roles. Experience of working in a community setting. Communication Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills, appropriate to supporting team members. Ability to communicate with a wide range of professionals. Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal English. Ability to promote best practice and contribute to service development. Shows respect for others' feelings, views and circumstances. Experience dealing with complex issues from members of the public or service users. Ability to liaise and coordinate with teams from other departments and organisations. Personal and People Development Evidence of own personal development and experience. Ability to support the development of others through supervision. Calm, able to work to short deadlines. Well‑organised with a flexible attitude and approach to work. Ability to manage own workload to ensure pre‑set deadlines are met. Team player. Ability to work alone. Committed to helping others. Good telephone manner. Ability to prioritise / switch priorities when necessary. Other Must hold a full and valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle (if applicable).Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others.Recognises the limits of own authority within the role.Seeks and uses professional support appropriately. 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. Employer name Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Norwich, United Kingdom Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust Full timeA healthcare organization in Norwich seeks an Infection Prevention and Control Assistant Practitioner to support training, audits, and screening for infectious diseases. Candidates should have a Foundation Degree in Health or Social Care and experience in health or social care settings. Responsibilities include training and auditing, with an emphasis on...
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Norwich, United Kingdom NHS Full timeA healthcare provider is seeking an Infection Prevention and Control Assistant Practitioner in Norwich. The role includes supporting the IPaC team, conducting training and audits, and engaging with the community. Candidates should have a Foundation Degree in Health or Social Care, experience in health settings, and strong communication skills. This position...
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Norwich, United Kingdom Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust Full timeInfection Prevention and Control Assistant Practitioner The closing date is 07 December 2025 To support the work of the IPaC team with the IPaC audit programme, IPaC link champion training and development, IPaC training, IPaC and TB outbreak screening and FIT testing. This role can be offered as fixed term or secondment. Main duties of the job To support and...
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