Job summary INTERNAL ONLY - This post is open to Berkshire Healthcare NHS Employees Only Are you passionate about diabetes care? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for youWe are looking for an enthusiastic Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join our Community Diabetes Specialist Team based in Wokingham working across Berkshire West. Why Join Us:o Be part of a supportive, innovative, and patient-focused team.o Flexible working opportunities. Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities:As a Diabetes Specialist Nurse, you will provide expert care across various clinical areas, including: Managing complex caseload Emerging therapies Prescribing relevant therapy Flash Glucose Monitoring and Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems (CGMS) Line management and clinical supervision of Band 6 DSNs Upskilling primary care HCPs About us Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites Date posted 20 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £48,270 to £54,931 a year per annum, pro rata (Incl. of HCAS) Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 371-CHS984 Job locations Wokingham Hospital 41 Barkham Road Wokingham RG41 2RE Job description Job responsibilities To be considered for this role, you must have: Experience in providing specialist-level diabetes care Passion and enthusiasm for delivering high-quality diabetes services A problem-solving mindset and the ability to implement innovative approaches to patient care Ability to work under pressure and lead by example For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact : Asha Mathew on 07809705011 or email: asha.mathewberkshire.nhs.uk who will be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Job description Job responsibilities To be considered for this role, you must have: Experience in providing specialist-level diabetes care Passion and enthusiasm for delivering high-quality diabetes services A problem-solving mindset and the ability to implement innovative approaches to patient care Ability to work under pressure and lead by example For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact : Asha Mathew on 07809705011 or email: asha.mathewberkshire.nhs.uk who will be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Registered Nurse - Level 1 NMC Registration Post qualifying Diploma/Degree or equivalent experience (or currently undertaking). Teaching and Assessing Qualification e.g., ENB 998, or equivalent Further recognised training in diabetes care e.g., ENB 928 or equivalent Evidence of further professional qualification/development in Diabetes Care to master's level or equivalent Independent and Supplementary Prescribing Qualification XPERT accredited facilitator DEAL facilitator CHOICE Facilitator Desirable Community qualification Management or leadership qualification Counselling qualification CGMS Previous Experience Essential Minimum 5 years post registration experience Minimum 2 years' experience as Diabetes Specialist Nurse Experience of audit/research /project management Experience of autonomous & multi-disciplinary working Desirable Experience of training nurses and other health professionals Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Ability to manage information, write reports and processes. Able to use keyboard and demonstrate computer skills. E.g., PowerPoint, data bases, Word Ability to provide undergraduate student supervision and clinical education to graduate and post graduate level. Demonstrable understanding of use and place of technology within diabetes management. Ability to work autonomously and within a team Analytical reporting and problem-solving skills Leadership skills Ability to negotiate, influence, challenge and change practice Desirable Evidence of use of research, evaluation, and audit. Additional Requirements Essential Ability to travel to multiple sites Enthusiastic/self-motivated Innovative and flexible working approach Valid driving licence Use of vehicle for work purposes Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Registered Nurse - Level 1 NMC Registration Post qualifying Diploma/Degree or equivalent experience (or currently undertaking). Teaching and Assessing Qualification e.g., ENB 998, or equivalent Further recognised training in diabetes care e.g., ENB 928 or equivalent Evidence of further professional qualification/development in Diabetes Care to master's level or equivalent Independent and Supplementary Prescribing Qualification XPERT accredited facilitator DEAL facilitator CHOICE Facilitator Desirable Community qualification Management or leadership qualification Counselling qualification CGMS Previous Experience Essential Minimum 5 years post registration experience Minimum 2 years' experience as Diabetes Specialist Nurse Experience of audit/research /project management Experience of autonomous & multi-disciplinary working Desirable Experience of training nurses and other health professionals Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Ability to manage information, write reports and processes. Able to use keyboard and demonstrate computer skills. E.g., PowerPoint, data bases, Word Ability to provide undergraduate student supervision and clinical education to graduate and post graduate level. Demonstrable understanding of use and place of technology within diabetes management. Ability to work autonomously and within a team Analytical reporting and problem-solving skills Leadership skills Ability to negotiate, influence, challenge and change practice Desirable Evidence of use of research, evaluation, and audit. Additional Requirements Essential Ability to travel to multiple sites Enthusiastic/self-motivated Innovative and flexible working approach Valid driving licence Use of vehicle for work purposes 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). 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. 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 Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address Wokingham Hospital 41 Barkham Road Wokingham RG41 2RE Employer's website https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)