Community Diabetes Nurse Specialist

NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

CLCH is recruiting a Community Diabetes Nurse Specialist (Band 7) to join our multidisciplinary Diabetes Service. Working autonomously, you will manage complex diabetes care, triage referrals, assess patients, optimise treatment, and conduct home visits where needed.

You will collaborate with GPs, practice nurses and community teams to improve outcomes, provide patient and staff education, and contribute to service development. Independent Nurse Prescribing is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the NMC.
• First Degree or equivalent experience.
• CPD relevant to diabetes.
• Masters or working towards diabetes-related specialization.
• Non-Medical Prescribing or training in progress.
• Recognised management qualification.
• Experience in community nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist diabetes care to patients with complex needs in community and primary care.
• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised diabetes care plans.
• Initiate and adjust diabetes treatments including insulin.
• Educate patients, families and carers to manage diabetes.
• Collaborate with GPs and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Lead clinical audits and participate in service development.

Skills

Diabetes care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Leadership

Teaching/education

Education

NMC Part 1 Registered Nurse

First Degree or equivalent

ENB 928/998

Masters or working towards

CPD in diabetes

Non-Medical Prescribing

Management qualification

Community Nursing qualification

Job description

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Main area Diabetes Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Job ref 824-NORTH-8374214

Site Edgware Community Hospital Town Edgware Salary £55,524 - £62,652 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 09/11/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for aCommunity Diabetes Nurse Specialist (Band 7) to join our multidisciplinary Diabetes Service.

Working autonomously, you will provide specialist diabetes care for patients with complex needs, including referral triage, clinical assessment, treatment optimisation, and home visits for housebound patients. You will work closely with primary care, acute services, and community teams to improve patient outcomes and promote evidence based practice.

The role also involves providing education and support to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals, whilst contributing to service development and supporting colleagues within the team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Diabetes Nurse looking to develop their specialist practice within a supportive and progressive service. Independent Nurse Prescribing is desirable but not essential.

Main duties of the job

Provide specialist diabetes care to patients with complex or poorly controlled diabetes across community and primary care settings.

Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised care plans to improve diabetes management and patient outcomes.

Initiate, monitor and adjust diabetes treatments, including insulin and GLP-1 therapies, in line with national guidelines.

Educate and empower patients, families and carers to manage diabetes effectively and prevent complications.

Work collaboratively with GPs, practice nurses and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.

Provide specialist clinical advice, training and mentorship to healthcare professionals across primary, community and secondary care.

Support the delivery of structured diabetes education programmes, including DESMOND.

Lead and contribute to clinical audits, service evaluations and quality improvement initiatives to enhance diabetes services.

Develop and implement initiatives to improve diabetes management, promote health and reduce complications.

Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with evidence-based guidelines and Trust policies.

Contribute to health promotion, patient education and ongoing service development.

Working for our organisation

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.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Education/Qualification

• Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the NMC
• First Degree or equivalent experience
• ENB 928 and 998 or equivalent level of knowledge
• Masters or evidence of working towards
• Evidence of CPD with particular relevance to diabetes
• Non-Medical Prescribing or working towards
• Recognised Management qualification
• Community Nursing qualification

Experience

• Previous extensive experience in Diabetes
• Knowledge of relevant strategies for diabetes and nursing care
• Working as member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of mentoring & supervising staff
• Management of change
• Working across organisational boundaries
• Has initiated or been involved in research & audit
• Experience of networking
• Computer Skills
• Experience of working in community setting
• Experience of writing, working within & evaluating protocols

Skills & Knowledge

• Up to date knowledge of all aspects of diabetes care and broad experience of working within this speciality.
• Knowledge of current developments in nursing & diabetes care
• Understanding of multidisciplinary and inter-professional practice
• Understanding of clinical supervision
• Proven management & leadership skills
• Demonstrates well developed verbal and written communication; Report writing skills
• Is able to demonstrate an understanding and empathy relating to the condition of diabetes and the challenges facing the diabetic client
• Can demonstrate using teaching / educational skills in their daily practice – in formal and informal settings
• Ability to plan, organise and work under pressure

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

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