About this role
Job summary
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.
About us
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
Job description Job 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 isdesirable 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
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
Master's degree or willing to work towards Teaching/assessing qualification Leadership/management qualification
Experience Essential
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
Experience contributing to organisational or corporate programmes Experience of quality improvement methodologies Experience in research or project work
Language Skills Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address Glangwili General Hospital
Dolgwili Road
Carmarthen
SA31 2AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)