Community Diabetes Specialist Nurse
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Community Diabetes Specialist Nurse to deliver expert, evidence-based care across our Integrated Diabetes services across Leicestershire, Leicester, and Rutland. You will provide leadership, manage a caseload of complex patients, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated care pathways are implemented effectively.
To work independently whilst supporting the team in the management of clinical caseload within your specialist field. Continuing responsibility for assessment of health needs and development and evaluation of standards of care.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Care & Support
- Provide expert assessment, advice, and treatment for people with diabetes across the community, and outpatient settings.
- Manage your own patient caseload, delivering individualised care plans that promote optimal health outcomes.
- Offer ongoing education and support to patients and families to enhance self-management and quality of life.
Education & Training
- Teach and train patients, carers, and healthcare staff, fostering confidence in managing complex conditions.
- Provide educational resources and programs tailored to different learning needs and clinical settings.
Collaboration & Integrated Care
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams-to ensure coordinated, holistic care.
- Act as a key point of contact for complex cases, ensuring effective communication and continuity of care.
Service Development & Quality Improvement
- Conduct audits, collect data, and apply research findings to improve standards and clinical outcomes.
Leadership & Professional Development
- Support team growth by sharing expertise, mentoring colleagues, and promoting best practices.
- Take an active role in clinical governance, policy development, and innovation in care pathways.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Details
Date posted
22 April 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
358-7891235-ESM
Job locations
Diabetes Hub, Leicester General Hospital
Gwendolen Road
Leicester
LE5 4PW
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job covers the community setting therefore a must be able to work at multiple locations and have own transport
For further information please speak with named contact
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job covers the community setting therefore a must be able to work at multiple locations and have own transport
For further information please speak with named contact
Person Specification
training and Qualiflications
Essential
- 1st level Nurse
- Post-basic Specialist Qualification
- Recognised Specialist Qualification
- Teaching qualification
- Nurse prescriber or willingness to complete training
- oKnowledge of common conditions related to diabetes and its complications, its management and treatment
Desirable
- PGCert or equivalent in diabetes
- PGCert or equivalent in diabetes
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- 5 years Post -Registration experience
- clinical experience & specialist knowledge of diabetes
- Specialist knowledge of diabetes
- Evidence of leadership skills and willing to become a autonomous practitioner & Evidence of continued professional development
- Good working knowledge of relevant IT
- Involvement in audit
- Evidence of continued professional development
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Written and interpersonal skills
Personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to conduct own projects successfully and follow them through
- Flexible and positive approach to work
- Be able to work at multiple locations and have own transport
- Enthusiasm and motivation to collaborative working
- Sensitivity based on knowledge with a flexible and positive approach to work
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Counselling skills
Desirable
- Counselling Course
Planning and organisational skills
Essential
- Ability to conduct own projects successfully and follow them through
Person Specification
training and Qualiflications
Essential
- 1st level Nurse
- Post-basic Specialist Qualification
- Recognised Specialist Qualification
- Teaching qualification
- Nurse prescriber or willingness to complete training
- oKnowledge of common conditions related to diabetes and its complications, its management and treatment
Desirable
- PGCert or equivalent in diabetes
- PGCert or equivalent in diabetes
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- 5 years Post -Registration experience
- clinical experience & specialist knowledge of diabetes
- Specialist knowledge of diabetes
- Evidence of leadership skills and willing to become a autonomous practitioner & Evidence of continued professional development
- Good working knowledge of relevant IT
- Involvement in audit
- Evidence of continued professional development
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Written and interpersonal skills
Personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to conduct own projects successfully and follow them through
- Flexible and positive approach to work
- Be able to work at multiple locations and have own transport
- Enthusiasm and motivation to collaborative working
- Sensitivity based on knowledge with a flexible and positive approach to work
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Counselling skills
Desirable
- Counselling Course
Planning and organisational skills
Essential
- Ability to conduct own projects successfully and follow them through
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current 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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to 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 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current 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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to 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 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Diabetes Hub, Leicester General Hospital
Gwendolen Road
Leicester
LE5 4PW
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Diabetes Hub, Leicester General Hospital
Gwendolen Road
Leicester
LE5 4PW
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)