About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join our Inner London Diabetes Service on a maternity cover basis.
The service covers the London tri-boroughs of Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington &Chelseaand Westminster, and works within a multidisciplinary teamcomprisingconsultants, specialist nurses,dietitiansand administrative staff.
We work in partnership with general practitioners and other healthcare professionals to provide tailored support and guidance to people living with diabetes. Ourmain officebase is centrallylocatedat Lisson Grove, and we currently deliver clinics across nine sites within the boroughs.
Main duties of the job
Act as a key member of the multidisciplinary Community Diabetes Service, planning and delivering high-quality integrated diabetes care within the community. Provide specialist assessment and treatment for patients with diabetes, liaising effectively with other agencies and healthcare professionals and maintainingaccurateand contemporaneous clinical records. Lead the planning, implementation and ongoing support of specialist nursing interventions, using project management principles to ensure effective delivery. Organise and deliver diabetes education programmes for healthcare professionals. Utilise project management skills and work collaboratively with service users, healthcare providers and professionals to plan, develop, implementand evaluate service developments and diabetes interventions. This work should be informed by current evidence-based guidelines and policies, local population needs, Trust strategicobjectives, governmentinitiativesand national priorities. Contribute actively to the development and implementation of nursing clinical standards, policiesand procedures within the multidisciplinary Community Diabetes Service. Undertake clinical audits and/or research projects as directed by the Service Lead and present findings and reports to relevant groups within the Trust. Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and expertisethrough continuous professional development activities.
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
Job description Job responsibilities
Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values ofAccountability, Inclusion, Compassion and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the responsibilities outlined in the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification Essential
Degree in Nursing or equivalent. Current registration with the NMC, Showing a registered General Nurse Relevant post registration training in Diabetes eg: Masters or diploma in diabetes management. Independent Nurse Prescriber (or willing to undertake)
Desirable
Mentorship training. Supervisory skills training Mentorship training. ? Supervisory skills training
Experience Essential
Substantial experience in managing complex diabetes cases. Experience in managing a clinical case load. Experience in the training of students. Experience in organising and implementing training/teaching. programmes for healthcare professionals and clients Excellent group education and presentation skills. Experience of conducting audits and/or research. Excellent group education and presentation skills. ? Experience of conducting audits and/or research. Experience in supervising others. Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
Experience working in Community settings. Experience with working with change behaviour techniques.
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Ability to undertake leadership role in clinical speciality. Advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of clients with diabetes Ability to work as a team member and promote collaborative multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. Advanced knowledge of evidence-based practice associated with diabetes. Ability to interpret health and social policies and guidelines and to translate into practice. Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning based on experience and knowledge Ability to interpret health and social policies and guidelines and to translate into practice. ? Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning based on experience and knowledge Basic IT skills - Microsoft Word, Power point, Excel. Knowledge of and commitment to equal opportunities
Other Essential
Able to work in crisis situation Personally and Professional responsible Able to self-motivate Ability to be flexible, adaptable and reliable Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the day Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Central London Community Health Trust
Address Lisson Grove Health Centre
Gateforth Street
London
NW8 8EG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)