Senior Infection Control Nurse

University Hospital Crosshouse

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful
. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Infection Control Nurse based at University Hospital Crosshouse
. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

36 hours per week.

From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced nurse to join NHS Ayrshire & Arrans multidisciplinary Infection Prevention & Control Team (IPCT) as a Senior Infection Control Nurse.

This is a unique chance to be part of a dynamic, innovative, and research-oriented team committed to delivering high-quality, safe, and effective care across both acute and community settings. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in driving infection prevention strategies, supporting service improvement, and ensuring compliance with national standards.

You will work collaboratively across organisational boundaries, influencing practice, leading change, and contributing to the development of forward-thinking, evidence-based IPC initiatives. The role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, leadership experience, and career progression, with significant potential for growth within a progressive and supportive environment.

You will be based at Lister Street, University Hospital Crosshouse, working closely with colleagues across Ayrshire and Arran.

We are seeking an individual who is:

• Passionate about patient and staff safety
• Forward-thinking and solution-focused
• Committed to innovation and continuous improvement
• Able to lead, influence, and inspire across multidisciplinary teams

In return, you will join a supportive and forward-looking service that values innovation, development, and excellence in practice.

The post holder will be a core member of the IPCT reporting directly to the Director of Infection Prevention and Control. The successful candidate requires:

• Educated to degree level
• Post-graduate qualification in infection prevention and control
• Educated to or operating at masters level
• Extensive senior-level experience in Infection Prevention and Control, with strong knowledge of the NHS Scotland HAI agenda and collaboration with national agencies
• Proven leadership ability, including working independently, leading change, and developing capability within multidisciplinary teams
• Skilled in clinical audit, benchmarking, quality improvement, and the identification and mitigation of clinical risks
• Demonstrated track record in delivering service improvement within complex environments
• Car driver with own transport is essential