Infection Prevention and Control Team Secretary | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust


Company:	ESHT
Salary:	£25,760 - £27,476 per annum, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Eastbourne, BN21 2UD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Jul 2026
Closing date:	12 Aug 2026

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Summary

The Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Secretary provides high-quality administrative and secretarial support to the Infection Prevention & Control Team, ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of services across East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

This is a varied and pivotal role within a busy, dynamic environment, supporting the day-to-day operations of the IPC service. Key responsibilities include diary management, coordination of meetings, minute taking, and the preparation of reports, presentations, and correspondence. The post holder will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including clinical teams, microbiology services, general practitioners, patients, and external partners.

The role requires the handling of sensitive and confidential information, including infection surveillance data and patient-related records, ensuring accuracy, discretion, and compliance with data protection and governance standards.

The IPC Secretary also supports service delivery by coordinating training programmes, audits, meetings, and key initiatives such as the Infection Control Link Programme. The post holder will contribute to the monitoring and reporting of service activity, maintain databases, and assist in the organisation of events, study days, and educational activities that promote infection prevention and control across the Trust.

Working both independently and as part of a wider administrative team, the post holder will provide flexible support, including cross-cover where required, to ensure a responsive and high-quality service.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a small, friendly, and highly skilled team dedicated to patient safety and high standards of care. The role is ideally suited to an organised and motivated individual with an interest in infection prevention and healthcare quality, whose contribution will directly support the Trust’s ability to prevent and manage infections and respond effectively to outbreaks.

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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This advert closes on Monday 27 Jul 2026

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