Job summary Band 6 - Diabetes Nurse £42,939 - £50,697 Inc HCAS per annum pro rata 20 hours per week - part time hours This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of the multi-disciplinary Diabetes Service with Bromley Healthcare, based at Beckenham Beacon. It is an opportunity for someone with an enthusiasm for diabetes and a wish to extend their knowledge in this field. The successful candidate will work alongside and be supported by a highly skilled multidisciplinary team including Consultants, Diabetes Specialist Nurses and Dietician. The post will include responsibility for a mixed caseload including people with Type 2 and support to develop of skills in managing patients with Type 1 diabetes. They will be involved in the development of the Diabetes Service within Bromley Healthcare and will need to show empathy and sensitivity to the needs of the patients, have good communication skills, together with a friendly, polite and professional attitude. The successful candidate will need to be confident in delivering education to groups and ideally have experience of structured educations programmes e.g. DESMOND. They will need excellent clinical, organisational, IT and communication skills. This post is only suitable for applicants with knowledge and clinical experience in Diabetes Car driver essential. Main duties of the job Please refer to the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities relating to this decision. About us Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups. Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point. We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year Inc HCAS per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 848-BHC-046-25 Job locations Beckenham Beacon Beckenham BR33QL Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will work collaboratively with the Head of Diabetes Service, and other members of the multi-disciplinary diabetes team to: Provide comprehensive, evidence based diabetes care for people with diabetes and healthcare professionals within the Bromley area. Works as a skilled practitioner implementing treatment based on expert clinical practice. Provide comprehensive evidence based specialist clinical care, training and consultancy to both people with diabetes and other professionals providing care, in a range of settings including the diabetes centre, patients homes and nursing homes. Contributes to the development of diabetes services across provider boundaries. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will work collaboratively with the Head of Diabetes Service, and other members of the multi-disciplinary diabetes team to: Provide comprehensive, evidence based diabetes care for people with diabetes and healthcare professionals within the Bromley area. Works as a skilled practitioner implementing treatment based on expert clinical practice. Provide comprehensive evidence based specialist clinical care, training and consultancy to both people with diabetes and other professionals providing care, in a range of settings including the diabetes centre, patients homes and nursing homes. Contributes to the development of diabetes services across provider boundaries. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse, RGN/RN (Adult) Diploma/degree in nursing or equivalent NMC Desirable Nurse Prescriber Post registration Diabetes Qualification MSc in relevant topic Teaching qualification Specific Skills Essential Up to date knowledge of current NHS Agenda Excellent knowledge of diabetes and its management Excellent/consistent standards of Clinical Care Excellent patient management and assessment skills Ability to interpret clinical data and use clinical judgement and reasoning skills Ability to work with people from varying backgrounds and complex needs and levels of understanding Report writing skills Very good understanding of Clinical Governance Car Driver / Access to car for work purposes Desirable Experience of writing policies and procedures Experience of clinical audit Understanding of Research and Development Management Skills Advanced computer skills i.e. Access, Excel Teaching skills - ability to give presentations/ Experience Essential Substantial post registration to include some specific diabetes experience Desirable Experience of working in community, primary care settings Previous experience as a Diabetic Specialist Nurse Experience in developing and delivering teaching programmes Personal Qualities Essential Knowledge of our Business. Committed to improving services. Treats other as would like to be treated. Able to work individually and as part of a team. Flexible approach to meeting service & client needs. bility to work to unpredictable work patterns. Ability to cope with sensitive/distressing situations Ability to take responsibility for own CPD Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse, RGN/RN (Adult) Diploma/degree in nursing or equivalent NMC Desirable Nurse Prescriber Post registration Diabetes Qualification MSc in relevant topic Teaching qualification Specific Skills Essential Up to date knowledge of current NHS Agenda Excellent knowledge of diabetes and its management Excellent/consistent standards of Clinical Care Excellent patient management and assessment skills Ability to interpret clinical data and use clinical judgement and reasoning skills Ability to work with people from varying backgrounds and complex needs and levels of understanding Report writing skills Very good understanding of Clinical Governance Car Driver / Access to car for work purposes Desirable Experience of writing policies and procedures Experience of clinical audit Understanding of Research and Development Management Skills Advanced computer skills i.e. Access, Excel Teaching skills - ability to give presentations/ Experience Essential Substantial post registration to include some specific diabetes experience Desirable Experience of working in community, primary care settings Previous experience as a Diabetic Specialist Nurse Experience in developing and delivering teaching programmes Personal Qualities Essential Knowledge of our Business. Committed to improving services. Treats other as would like to be treated. Able to work individually and as part of a team. Flexible approach to meeting service & client needs. bility to work to unpredictable work patterns. Ability to cope with sensitive/distressing situations Ability to take responsibility for own CPD 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 Bromley Healthcare CIC Address Beckenham Beacon Beckenham BR33QL Employer's website http://www.bromleyhealthcare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)