Matron of Infection Prevention and Control

The role is a permanent Matron of Infection Prevention and Control based at Warwick Hospital, CV34 5BW, within the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust. The position reports to the Associate Chief Nursing Officer for Infection Prevention and sits within Band 8a of the Agenda for Change pay scale, offering a salary of £57,528 to £64,750 per year. The successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of the Trust’s Board Assurance Framework for Infection Prevention, maintain and enhance patient care standards through continuous quality improvement, and act as clinical expert during outbreaks and on the on-call rota. Responsibilities include advising on infection-related policies, leading staff development, chairing relevant groups, and ensuring compliance with national directives and clinical governance. The role requires significant experience in infection prevention and control, registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, and the ability to work flexibly in a demanding environment. Applications close on 16 October 2026 and must be submitted through the original advert.