Infection Prevention & Control Administrator

NHS Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Western Isles is seeking a self-motivated Infection Prevention and Control Administrator to join the IPCT. The role provides a comprehensive administrative service and ensures the day-to-day running of the office. You should be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office; HNC-level education or equivalent administrative experience is preferred.

The post is permanent and 36 hours per week. For details contact Janice Mackay, Head of Infection Prevention & Control on 01851 708399.

Qualifications

• Computer literacy and administrative experience.
• Educated to HNC level or with equivalent administrative experience.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive administrative service to the IPCT.
• Ensure the day-to-day running of the office is well-maintained.
• Assist the team with any issues that arise.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

HNC level

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Infection Prevention and Control Administrator

Band 3 £29,103 to £31,409 per annum

Plus £1,461 Distant Island Allowance per annum

Permanent Post

36 hours per week

An opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated Administrator to join the Infection Prevention and Control Team (IPCT), NHS Western Isles.

The main function of this role is to maintain a comprehensive administrative service to the IPCT, ensuring the day-to-day running of the office is well-maintained and assisting the team with any issues that arise.

You will be computer literate, preferably educated to HNC level or with equivalent administrative experience. A good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages would also be an advantage. This is an excellent chance to gain insight, expertise, and skill in the varied and challenging world of Infection, Prevention and Control

For further information regarding this post, please contact Janice Mackay, Head of Infection Prevention & Control on 01851 708399.

The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.

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Closing date: 10/11/2026