Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Staff Nurse who has a real passion for Infection Prevention and Control and patient safety. We are seeking someone who will continue to deliver on the very high standards of care and cleanliness in Benenden Hospital.



The IPC Nurse is responsible for preparing and delivering the hospital's local IPC programme. This includes the identification of IPC risks to the hospital, its patients and staff and the implementation and monitoring of actions to identify, manage and reduce risks.



You will be highly visible across the hospital and accessible, as this is a patient, customer and colleague facing role, working closely alongside Housekeeping, Governance, Procurement and Clinical teams.



This is a permanent, full time on-site role. However, part time hours of no less than 30 hours per week may be considered.



The position reports into the The Clinical Governance lead

About us

------------


At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.



Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.

About the role

------------------

Demonstrate leadership and clinical advice in relation to the key dimensions of IPC responsibilities, providing assurance to the Clinical Governance Lead and the DIPC that IPC processes are being effectively delivered Working with the Clinical Governance Lead and relevant service leads, will be responsible for the implementation of the Hospital IPC work plan, providing assurance to the DIPC that all milestones are being met Ensure departmental IPC risk assessments are in place reflecting controls that are effective, reviewed minimum of annually Provide expert advice around IPC issues placing emphasis on the integration of IPC to organisational strategy and service development to achieve consistently high-quality care and patient safety Ensure that IPC policies are up to date and reviewed in accordance with best practice guidance Demonstrate awareness of regulatory and national requirements taking appropriate action to ensure that these are fully adhered to. Manage IPC related incidents, including reporting, investigating and sharing learning Coordinate the hospital's IPC link nurses/practitioners, ensuring active participation in activities supporting surveillance, audit and training.

Skills and experience required

----------------------------------


Registered Nurse with current NMC registration. Relevant post-registration experience / qualification in IPC Educated to degree level Teaching/Mentoring qualification Ability to negotiate, influence and liaise effectively with staff/colleagues at all levels (internal & external) Ability to provide specialist IPC knowledge to risk assessments and support appropriate controls Ability to manage difficult and complex situations Ability to provide/support staff in feedback of microbiological results Excellent IT skills, e., Datix, Microsoft Office and other applications relevant to the role. Methodical and well organised with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy Ability to progress own workload, managing competing demands effectively. Effective verbal and written communication using tact, discretion, and diplomacy Strong patient-centred approach Ability to present information/data effectively in a variety of ways (oral, written, digital) A proactive approach to maintaining patient safety and quality care Strong communication and leadership skills Download the full role profile

Benefits include

--------------------


Competitive salaries 27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10% Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities Excellent Life Assurance benefit Free parking Subsidised eye tests Free Flu vaccinations Subsidised on site Restaurant

"I love working at Benenden Hospital, it's a beautiful location in the countryside", "the whole organisation is supportive", "it's the team, the team are amazing", "Benenden is a bit like a family", "the whole atmosphere is brilliant"



These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.

How to apply

----------------


If you wish to apply for this position, please complete our application form.



Then please send this application form, and your most up to date CV to kentcareers@benenden.org.uk

Closing Date: 19th December 2025

Please note this vacancy may close prior to the closing date without notice, If a sufficient number of applications are received



Claire Mansfield - Resourcing Officer will then be in touch to discuss further.



Together, we work hard to maintain a safe, comfortable, patient-focused environment for the people in our care.



All our vacancies are therefore subject to either a Standard or an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as satisfactory reference checks. These procedures need to be completed before all new member of staff can join the hospital.



In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we have implemented a Privacy Notice to inform you, as prospective employees of Benenden Hospital Trust, of the types of data we process about you. Please visit our Careers page to read our Privacy Notice