Paediatric Lead Diabetes Specialist Nurse
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Coventry, CV2 2DXView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
12 October 2026
13 days leftJob description
Lead the Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nursing Team and work collaboratively as a key member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver high-qual...
- To build professional caring relationships with children, young people with diabetes and their families and carers and be able to communicate effectively and empathetically with children and young people with diabetes and their families always taking into consideration their chronological and developmental age and cognitive ability.
- To support, mentor and supervise student and ward nurses, medical students and members of the multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.
- To support and enable children and families/carers to make informed decisions relating to their treatment and management.
- Utilise all local and national information and ICT systems to secure accurate and timely resource data.
- Accountable for own actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct. Will contribute to achievement of corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times, including all aspects of child protection.
Responsible for providing expert clinical care, education, support, and leadership for children and young people (CYP) with diabetes and their families. The role combines direct patient care, multidisciplinary working, service development, and safeguarding responsibilities.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create anenvironment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Qualifications
Essential
- Current professional Registration (RSCN/RN Child)
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Evidence of current or recent Paediatric diabetes clinical experience
- Relevant qualification in children's diabetes care
- Teaching and assessing qualification
- Study at level 6 (degree/diploma)
Experience
Essential: - oProfessional clinical experience in diabetes oProven ability to work autonomously as well as within a team
Desirable: - oExperience in research and audit oResource Management oExperience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- A knowledgeable clinician with the ability to apply evidence based practice
- A sound knowledge of professional policies and procedures including NICE guidance
- A commitment to clinical supervision and staff development
Desirable: - oIn depth knowledge and experience in children's diabetes care, including dietary aspects
Skills
Essential
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively
- Good management of own and others time
- Able to use initiative and make decisions
- Excellent communication skills
- Patient and family focused
- IT skills
Desirable: - oAdvanced communication skills course
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below)
- Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
How to apply
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First seen
28 September 2026
Last checked
29 September 2026
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