NHS Scotland
250388 (LI) Depute Associate Director
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Deputy Associate Director of Infection Prevention & Control
Salary: Band 8b (£76,888 - £82,251)
Location: NHS Lothian-wide Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery Type: Permanent Hours: 36hrs/week (Mon-Fri) Employer: NHS Lothian Department: Infection Prevention and Control
About the Role
NHS Scotland is proud to champion equality and diversity within its workforce, ensuring all employees are respected, supported, and empowered to excel. We encourage applications from all sections of society.
This board-level, senior clinical leadership role requires an experienced and highly motivated Deputy Associate Director of Infection Prevention & Control (IPC). You will provide expert advice in IPC strategy, policy, and practice, shaping clinical direction across acute and community health services within NHS Lothian.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide authoritative IPC clinical leadership, influencing:
- Risk assessment and clinical management of transmissible infections
- Infection surveillance, monitoring, and reporting
- Facility maintenance and operational standards
- Staff education, training, and development
- Lead incident and outbreak management
- Ensure best practice in IPC is promoted and embedded company-wide
- Hold direct line management of Band 7 Geographical Lead staff (≈20 WTE) and clinical oversight of the wider IPC team (≈31 WTE total)
- Deputise for the Associate Director of Infection Prevention & Control when required
- Provide senior professional oversight and educational support to the IPC nursing service
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About the Postholder
- First Level Registered Nurse with a postgraduate qualification in Infection Prevention & Control
- Substantial and demonstrable IPC experience, with a portfolio evidencing advanced knowledge and leadership
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively across multi-disciplinary environments
- Commitment to continuous professional development
Essential Requirements:
- Full, valid UK driving licence
- Access to a car (travel across NHS Lothian sites is mandatory)
- Ability to work Monday–Friday (permanent, full-time)
Note on working hours: From 1 April 2026, the NHS working week will reduce from 37h to 36h. Pro-rata adjustments apply for part-time roles, with hourly pay increases maintaining overall compensation.
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Benefits
As part of NHS Lothian, you will enjoy: ✔ 35 days annual leave (including public holidays) ✔ Generous NHS pension scheme ✔ Annual salary incremental progression ✔ Paid sick leave (proportional to service) ✔ NHS-wide discounts and more
Key Notes
- Application 2 questions required – (No CVs accepted)
- Disabled/neurodivergent applicants will receive reasonable adjustments
- PVG (Protected Vulnerable Group) Scheme membership required before appointment – apply via Disclosure Scotland
- Legal working rights in the UK confirmed via UK Visa Immigration Service (NHS Scotland Boards obtain enforcement level checks per UKRI guidelines).
- High-inquiries volume expected – apply early for chances of having your application reviewed.
Informal inquiries: Contact Lindsay Guthrie (Associate Director, IPC) at 07814 301 671.
Vacancy may close earlier due to volume – submit applications promptly.
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