Infection Control Nurse

Equal Opportunity

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. We are committed to a culture that is caring, safe, and respectful, and our core purpose is to work together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran.

We are seeking an Infection Control Nurse based at Lister Street, University Hospital Crosshouse
. This is a permanent position.

36 hours per week. From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours without loss of earnings.

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

• Be a core member of the IPCT reporting directly to the Infection Control Nurse Team Lead.
• Support infection prevention and control activities and initiatives.
• Perform and report audits, prepare and deliver education and training, including presentations as required.
• Collaborate with staff to promote a safe and caring environment.

• First level registered nurse with relevant current clinical experience.
• Evidence of post-registration education, training and development.
• Commitment to undertake an appropriate Infection Control qualification to diploma, degree or master’s level.
• Practical experience of undertaking audit, including report writing and action planning.
• Previous experience delivering education and training to staff.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS Scotland HAI agenda, national infection control guidelines and policies, and the ability to translate theory into practice.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Relevant IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Internet, e‑mail, digital photography and database management for surveillance and audit data.

Denise Steele, Infection Control Nurse Team Lead – Infection Prevention and Control

To work in the United Kingdom, you must have the relevant permission to work. NHS Ayrshire and Arran may offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. Sponsorship is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis and is not guaranteed. Please confirm your right to work or potential eligibility to be sponsored before submitting your application.