Job summary Closing Date: 20.04.25 (this may change dependent on response) Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing 21.04.25 Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 01.05.25 A vacancy has arisen to appoint a highly motivated and innovative individual who is focused on delivering a high standard of care to patients and their families. You will need to possess excellent clinical and leadership skills, as well as clear and compassionate communication skills. You will need to demonstrate you can be flexible and manage change in a positive and effective way. Main duties of the job This post involves working within a multi-disciplinary team supporting children and families in managing diabetes. We provide a quality service meeting the Best Practice Tariff Service Specification and participate in the GIRFT Programme. The team provide support and training from the time of diagnosis whilst an in-patient on the Children's Ward, through to discharge and long term follow-up in the community. We deliver out-patient clinics and offer face to face and video consultations for training and support. Home visits are required as well as visits to schools and nurseries. The team provide structured education sessions to families, schools and ward based staff. The successful candidate will work as a keyworker for the child and family to coordinate their diabetes care needs and be able to work autonomously. Candidates should be RSCN / RN child and have experience in paediatric care with particular reference to paediatric diabetes and hold a recognised teaching qualification. In addition, the candidate should hold a post graduate certificate in diabetes care, or demonstrate a commitment to do so in the future (degree level is desirable) About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust: We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Date posted 04 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 389-25-7116293 Job locations St Luke's Hospital, Extension Block Bradford Teaching Hospital Bradford BD5 0NA Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and personal specification for full details of this exciting role Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and personal specification for full details of this exciting role Person Specification Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience, including experience of working in a relevant clinical specialty Experience of assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients/service-users/staff demonstrating knowledge of specific needs Experience of working in an MDT and across organisational and professional boundaries Desirable Experience of participating in clinical audit Experience in policy development Experience of developing innovative practice Skills Essential Report writing / Presentation skills Computer literate - ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint, Electronic Patient Record etc. Clinical credibility Clinical skills specific to area of specialty Ability to work as part of a team Organised approach to work with ability to prioritise and delegate Mentoring and advanced communication skills Leadership skills Excellent time management and organisation skills Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups Evidence of reflective practice Desirable Proven evidence of change management skills Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance both general and specialty related e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc. Knowledge and understanding of the NHS national targets and priorities Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the defined caseload (patients/service-users/staff) Desirable Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training Knowledge of change management processes Qualifications Essential Appropriate NMC Registration(RN/RM/RN Child) Degree or equivalent qualification (e.g. diploma level specialist training) or experience Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience Supporting Learning in Practice (SLIP) or equivalent. Or an approved supervisor/assessor preparation accreditation Evidence of current CPD Desirable Post registration qualification in relevant specialty Leadership or management development qualification Advanced communication skills qualification Non-medical prescribing qualification Other requirements Essential Hold full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle and holding the appropriate insurance for business use to enable home visits/community work. Person Specification Experience Essential Significant post-registration experience, including experience of working in a relevant clinical specialty Experience of assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients/service-users/staff demonstrating knowledge of specific needs Experience of working in an MDT and across organisational and professional boundaries Desirable Experience of participating in clinical audit Experience in policy development Experience of developing innovative practice Skills Essential Report writing / Presentation skills Computer literate - ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint, Electronic Patient Record etc. Clinical credibility Clinical skills specific to area of specialty Ability to work as part of a team Organised approach to work with ability to prioritise and delegate Mentoring and advanced communication skills Leadership skills Excellent time management and organisation skills Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups Evidence of reflective practice Desirable Proven evidence of change management skills Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance both general and specialty related e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc. Knowledge and understanding of the NHS national targets and priorities Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the defined caseload (patients/service-users/staff) Desirable Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training Knowledge of change management processes Qualifications Essential Appropriate NMC Registration(RN/RM/RN Child) Degree or equivalent qualification (e.g. diploma level specialist training) or experience Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience Supporting Learning in Practice (SLIP) or equivalent. Or an approved supervisor/assessor preparation accreditation Evidence of current CPD Desirable Post registration qualification in relevant specialty Leadership or management development qualification Advanced communication skills qualification Non-medical prescribing qualification Other requirements Essential Hold full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle and holding the appropriate insurance for business use to enable home visits/community work. 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 Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address St Luke's Hospital, Extension Block Bradford Teaching Hospital Bradford BD5 0NA Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)