Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Previous post registration NHS experience in a diabetes environment
- Experience
Teaching and supervising of junior staff and students
- Experience
Working with IT systems e.g., patient centre, RIO
- Qualifications
Current NMC registration
- Qualifications
ENB 998 teaching and assessing course or equivalent mentorship preparation course e.g., C & G 730
- Qualifications
To have a recognised diabetes course
- Qualifications
Diabetes in healthcare online training
- Skills & Knowledge
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult/stressful situations effectively
- Skills & Knowledge
The ability to work independently to an approved protocol whilst acknowledging limitations and liaising with the Senior DSN or Diabetologist where appropriate.
- Skills & Knowledge
Supervising and teaching fellow colleagues and students
- Skills & Knowledge
Effective resource management
- Special Requirements
Car owner and driver essential
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience of audit/research and publication
- Qualifications
Possess a relevant Nursing Degree or be willing to work towards one
Job overview
Band 6 - Diabetes Specialist Nurse
12-month secondment (or fixed term contract)
Part-time role - 15 hours per week
This role is for our Inpatient Diabetes Services at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
As part of the exciting and innovative developments across Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we are delighted to offer a Band 6 vacancy for an enthusiastic and committed Diabetes Nurse Specialist to join our expanding team.
In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting the delivery of our 7-day inpatient diabetes service, contributing to the day-to-day clinical care, education, and support of patients with diabetes across our hospital sites. You will work alongside a friendly, multidisciplinary team including consultants, dietitians, and other specialist nurses.
About You: We are looking for a qualified, NMC-registered nurse with a strong interest or experience in diabetes care. You should be confident in working autonomously within a team, have excellent communication skills, and a desire to develop your clinical expertise in a specialist setting.
This role offers an excellent platform for professional development, with structured support and opportunities to gain advanced skills and training in diabetes care. Whether you’re an experienced nurse looking to specialise, or already working in diabetes services and ready for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Provide daily reviews of inpatients with diabetes, identifying and addressing clinical needs in a timely and effective manner.
Participate in inpatient follow-up clinics, supporting patients in managing their condition during hospital stays and after discharge.
Develop and implement patient-centred care plans, offering guidance on blood glucose monitoring, medication regimes (including insulin), and lifestyle interventions.
Manage the telephone advice line and email service, offering responsive support to both patients and staff seeking diabetes-related advice.
Ensure that electronic and written documentation is accurately maintained, reflecting care delivery and supporting safe, coordinated practice.
Participate in ward-based education and training, promoting best practices in diabetes management among ward staff.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Diabetes Specialist Nurse with Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust in Frimley, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £25,174 - £30,232 per annum incl HCAS. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (Part-time 15 hours per week). The application deadline is 09 Sep 2026.
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