IPC Support Practitioner

Join Our Infection Prevention & Control Team Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about patient safety and making a visible impact on quality of care? We are looking for a motivated Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Support Practitioner to join our dynamic and supportive team.

In this role, you will be at the heart of protecting patients, staff and communities from infection risks. You will support the delivery of our IPC programme through audit, surveillance, education and quality improvement activities across a diverse range of community settings. This is an exciting opportunity to develop specialist skills, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to meaningful change that improves outcomes every day.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, motivated and organised. Whether you are already working in healthcare or looking to develop your career in IPC, we will provide the training, mentorship and opportunities you need to grow.

The role is based out of Woking Community Hospital and will also cover our many and varied community services and sites across north west Surrey.

Why join us? Youll be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team where your contribution is valued and your development is a priority. We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive working environment, supporting innovation, and helping you build a rewarding career in infection prevention and control., The post holder will support the Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Team in delivering a comprehensive IPC service across community and inpatient services, as well as care homes in NW Surrey. This includes contributing to audits, surveillance, training and quality improvement initiatives to reduce infection risks and promote best practice.

Working both independently and as part of a team, the role involves delivering IPC training, undertaking audit and peer review visits, supporting data collection and reporting, and responding to IPC queries. The post holder will also help drive engagement through communication activities and work collaboratively with clinical teams to challenge poor practice and embed high standards of infection prevention.

Strong organisational skills are essential, as the role includes managing workload, maintaining accurate records, and supporting administrative functions. Ongoing professional development and a proactive approach to learning are key to success in this role.

CSH Surrey are part of the NHS and are Surreys longest established NHS community services provider, so our employees get NHS pay and pensions, and also receive the Fringe High-Cost Allowance of 5%.