Infection Prevention Business and Project manager

Transformation Unit; Bodelwyddan, Wrexham, Bangor; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident Employer

Family-friendly policies

Work-life balance

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales seeks an experienced Infection Prevention Business and Project Manager to lead high-impact IPC programmes, aligning with safety, quality and organisational priorities. The role shapes service development and drives innovation within Infection Prevention.

The post holder will manage complex IPC projects across clinical, operational and managerial teams, ensuring governance, delivery and reporting to support patient safety and regulatory

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent of knowledge.
• ILM Management level 4 or equivalent.
• Current knowledge of project management and its application.
• Evidence of managing and leading complex projects.
• Evidence of dealing with complex data and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, delivery and evaluation of IPC projects and programmes.
• Analyse performance, capacity and demand data to inform decisions.
• Develop and implement new models of working to enhance IPC practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support service delivery.
• Contribute to policy development and ensure effective implementation.
• Monitor outcomes, risks and benefits within timelines and resources.
• Support service improvement initiatives.

Skills

Degree knowledge

ILM Level 4

Project management

Complex data analysis

Leadership experience

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

Main area Infection Prevention & decontamination business management Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 050-AC251-1026

Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Glan Clwyd/Wrexham Maelor/Gwynedd Town Bodelwyddan/Wrexham/Bangor Salary £50,129 - £57,365 per anum Salary period Yearly Closing 05/11/2026 23:59

Infection Prevention Business and Project manager

Band 7

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Infection Prevention Business Project Manager to join our Infection Prevention (IP) team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead on high-impact programmes that support patient safety, quality improvement, and organisational performance.

The post holder will lead and deliver complex projects and programmes across the Infection Prevention service, working collaboratively with clinical, operational and managerial teams. You will play a key role in shaping service development, driving innovation, and ensuring effective implementation of IP strategies aligned with organisational and national priorities.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of complex IPC projects and programmes
• Analyse performance, capacity, and demand data to inform decision-making and service improvements
• Develop and implement new models of working to enhance infection prevention practices
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support integrated service delivery
• Contribute to policy development and ensure effective implementation across services
• Monitor project outcomes, risks, and benefits, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines and resources
• Support service improvement initiatives

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Infection Prevention Business and Project Manager provides specialist business, programme, and project management to support the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) agenda.

The post holder will be required to plan, coordinate, and deliver a range of IPC‑related programmes, projects, audits, campaigns, and improvement activities that support the prevention, surveillance, and reduction of healthcare‑associated infections (HCAIs).

The role supports IPC clinical leadership and senior managers by ensuring IPC workstreams are effectively governed, delivered, monitored, and reported, contributing to patient safety, regulatory assurance, and continuous quality improvement.

The post holder will operate with a high degree of autonomy within agreed organisational priorities, governance frameworks, and escalation processes.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent of knowledge
• ILM Management level 4 or equivalent
• Current knowledge of project management and it application
• Evidence of managing and leading complex projects
• Evidence of dealing with complex data and analysis

Experiance

• Significant experience of working in NHS /social care or voluntary sector
• Experience of monitoring budget control, contract negotiation, procurement and financial procedures
• Participation in significant change management services and process re- engineering
• Proven ability to successfully manage complex/significant services
• Experience of working within an agreed structure, and managing complex change within.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to work on own initiative and organise/prioritise own workload and that of the team to operate effectively
• Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of the organisation and able and willing to share information.
• Proven ability to analyse and appropriately present complex information so that it is easy to understand
• Spoken or written Welsh language
• Leadership/motivational skills

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

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Name Andrea Jones Job title Deputy Director of Nursing Infection Prevention Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 03000846911