Decontamination & Sterile Services Director

Sfh Tr; Stanton Hill; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Head of Decontamination Services to lead a 24/7 operation spanning Sterile Services, Endoscopy Decontamination and Mattress Decontamination. The role focuses on safety, quality and efficiency, working with senior teams to shape service strategy and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will develop resilient solutions, manage budgets, drive continuous improvement and inspire teams to deliver high standards of care, patient

Qualifications

• Degree-level knowledge with 5 years study or equivalent required.
• Postgraduate degree or equivalent level knowledge required.
• Master’s level knowledge or equivalent.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD and professional membership (IDSc).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across Sterile Services, Endoscopy Decontamination and Mattress Decontamination.
• Lead a 24/7 service ensuring safety and high standards of processing.
• Set strategic direction, champion continuous improvement and manage budgets.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, clinical teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational leadership

Budget management

Quality & regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Postgraduate Degree or equivalent

Master’s degree or equivalent

IDSc Chartered Member

CPD evidence

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Head of Decontamination Services to lead a 24/7 operation spanning Sterile Services, Endoscopy Decontamination and Mattress Decontamination. The role focuses on safety, quality and efficiency, working with senior teams to shape service strategy and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will develop resilient solutions, manage budgets, drive continuous improvement and inspire teams to deliver high standards of care, patient