Diabetes Specialist Nurse

NHS; Bradford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bradford is seeking a dedicated diabetes nurse to provide clinical support in community and specialist clinics. You will manage a caseload of diabetes patients, ensuring high-quality care and participating in education sessions. The ideal candidate will have significant clinical experience, NMC registration, and strong communication skills. This permanent full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Significant post‑registration experience in a relevant clinical specialty.
• Experience of assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
• Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a smooth journey from admission to discharge for the patient with diabetes.
• Provide effective, high‑quality, patient‑focused service.
• Develop close working relationships with the diabetes integrated multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Report writing / presentation skills

Computer literate – ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Clinical credibility

Ability to work as part of a team

Leadership skills

Excellent time management

Education

NMC registration (RN/RM/RN Child)

Degree or equivalent qualification

Post‑registration qualification in relevant specialty

Job description

Job Summary

Closing Date: 19th November 2025.

Shortlisting to take place the week following closing date: 20th November 2025.

Interview expected to take place the week following shortlisting: commencing 24th November 2025.

Previous applicants need not apply.

The post holder will work as part of the diabetes integrated multidisciplinary team providing clinical support to community based intermediate diabetes care clinics, specialist diabetes clinics, and the in-patient population with diabetes. The post-holder will be responsible for the management of a defined caseload of patients with diabetes, providing specialist nursing support, advice, education and/or care to that specific group. They will also participate in the delivery of structured patient diabetes education sessions and healthcare professional education for community and hospital-based staff. Clinical care will be delivered at numerous primary and secondary care locations across Bradford.

The post holder will work as part of an innovative diabetes nursing team, supporting the implementation of Think Glucose, a national initiative designed to improve the care of in-patients with diabetes, across Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust. They will carry continuing responsibility for the assessment of needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards within BTHFT.

Main Duties of the Job

• Facilitate a smooth journey from admission to discharge for the patient with diabetes admitted to a ward within Bradford Teaching Hospitals.
• Provide effective, high‑quality, patient‑focused service that is sensitive to the needs of users and providers.
• Provide clinical, social and psychological support to patients/service‑users using excellent communication skills, education and health promotion to enable them to reach optimal independence.
• Facilitate development of the existing diabetes service, in line with local and national guidance.
• Develop close working relationships with all members of the diabetes integrated multidisciplinary team, based in both secondary and primary care.

Education Sessions

The diabetes specialist team delivers a range of patient‑oriented structured education sessions of which many have been accredited by a national scheme (Qismet); the post holder will take an active part in this service.

About Us

• We value people.
• We are one team.
• We care.

We’re keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

Details

Date posted: 05 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 389-25-7446094-B

Job locations: Bradford Royal Infirmary and Horton Park Centre, Duckworth Lane, Bradford, BD9 6RJ

Person Specification

Experience (Essential)

• Significant post‑registration experience, including experience in a relevant clinical specialty.
• Experience of assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients/service‑users/staff.
• Experience of participating in clinical audit.

Desirable

• Experience in policy development.
• Experience of developing innovative practice.
• Experience of working in an MDT and across organisational and professional boundaries.

Skills (Essential)

• Report writing / presentation skills.
• Computer literate – ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint.
• Clinical credibility.
• Clinical skills specific to area of specialty.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Organised approach with ability to prioritise and delegate.
• Mentoring and advanced communication skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Excellent time management and organisation skills.
• Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups.
• Evidence of reflective practice.

Desirable skills

• Proven evidence of change management skills.

Knowledge (Essential)

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality.
• Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance (e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE).
• Knowledge of NHS national targets and priorities.
• Knowledge of the needs of the defined caseload (patients/service‑users/staff).

Desirable knowledge

• Recruitment and selection, appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training.
• Knowledge of change management processes.

Qualifications (Essential)

• Appropriate NMC registration (RN/RM/RN Child).
• Degree or equivalent qualification (e.g. diploma level specialist training) or experience.
• Post‑registration qualification in relevant specialty.
• Supporting Learning in Practice (SLIP) or equivalent.
• Evidence of current CPD.

Desirable qualifications

• Leadership or management development qualification.
• Advanced communication skills qualification.
• Non‑medical prescribing qualification.

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from applicants requiring skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants on entry clearance must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18) are also subject to this requirement.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Bradford Royal Infirmary and Horton Park Centre, Duckworth Lane, Bradford, BD9 6RJ

Website: https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk