Job summary The post holder will be part of the Maternity Diabetes Specialist Service providing Diabetes Care and Management to pregnant women /people and their family.This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with multi-disciplinary team in addressing a range of care to women/people with Diabetes in pregnancy or Gestational Diabetes, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of women and their babies. Main duties of the job Be competent as appropriate to the requirements of the role of Diabetic Specialist Nurse.Demonstrate at all times the Trust Values.Be a Registered First Level Nurse with current NMC Registration and have a detailed professional and clinical knowledge. They will be a specialist practitioner and have a focus in Diabetes care and management.Be responsible for a defined population of service users in a variety of settings across the Chelsea and Westminster Foundation Trust. About us Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sitesChelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospitalalong with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed." If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Date posted 21 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year Pro rata per annum, including HCLA Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 289-SC-2419 Job locations Queen Mary Maternity Unit, West Middlesex University Hospital Twickenham Road Isleworth TW7 6AF Job description Job responsibilities See job description attached Be skilled in the assessment of complex/specialist care/support needs and in the development, implementation and evaluation of care/support packages.Have supervisory, training and leadership responsibilities where appropriate and will have some responsibility for team performance and service developments/improvements.Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems.Work with the team leader undertaking delegated tasks in team management. Job description Job responsibilities See job description attached Be skilled in the assessment of complex/specialist care/support needs and in the development, implementation and evaluation of care/support packages.Have supervisory, training and leadership responsibilities where appropriate and will have some responsibility for team performance and service developments/improvements.Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems.Work with the team leader undertaking delegated tasks in team management. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Nursing diploma/ 1st degree or degree in related subject/Demonstrable experience Evidence of Continuing professional development and education Desirable Post graduate studies in Diabetes care and management Experience & Skills Essential Expertise and teaching in all areas of nursing care Experience in mentoring students and in being a sign off mentor Ability to support service users, families and carers in dealing with diabetes in pregnancy Act as a positive role model for all staff and students Desirable Demonstrable experience in working with clients with diabetes and gestational diabetes Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Nursing diploma/ 1st degree or degree in related subject/Demonstrable experience Evidence of Continuing professional development and education Desirable Post graduate studies in Diabetes care and management Experience & Skills Essential Expertise and teaching in all areas of nursing care Experience in mentoring students and in being a sign off mentor Ability to support service users, families and carers in dealing with diabetes in pregnancy Act as a positive role model for all staff and students Desirable Demonstrable experience in working with clients with diabetes and gestational diabetes 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 Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Mary Maternity Unit, West Middlesex University Hospital Twickenham Road Isleworth TW7 6AF Employer's website https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)