Job summary
Are you interested in type 1 diabetes and technologies? We are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for a motivated, dynamic leader to join our Diabetes & Endocrine team at Salisbury Foundation Trust. Diabetes management is moving forwards at a pace we have not seen before. We are looking for individuals to join our team to work with our newly recruited diabetes nurses to develop our type 1 technology service, with opportunities to also develop interest within endocrinology. Working on a recently refurbished ward there is no better time to join our team.
There is a generous relocation package available to candidates, up to a maximum of £8,000 (terms and conditions apply)
Main duties of the job
The team at Salisbury Trust are looking for an enthusiastic individual to help us take our type 1 diabetes service into the future at this exciting time with so many new technologies available. This post is a replacement permanent post for a Consultant in Diabetes, Endocrinology & GIM. There is also the opportunity to develop an interest in other areas of diabetes and endocrinology depending on interest and experience. We are flexible so please contact us to discuss any details prior to interview date.
This post provides an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join a dynamic team of consultants within the service but also as a wider member of the Medicine Division Consultant team. The duties will combine outpatient diabetes and endocrine clinics, as well as some ward based general medicine.
We currently have a bed base of 22 inpatients, accepting patients with both speciality and general medical problems. We undertake inpatient ward rounds on 4 days a week. There is currently no requirement to undertake GIM on-call.
About us
Visit our Medicine Division eBrochure to find out more about working & living in Salisbury
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.
We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.
Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visiting www.experiencesalisbury.co.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
With hybrid closed loops on the horizon we have a fantastic opportunity to have influence with a blank canvas to develop the type 1 service. With our dynamic and forward thinking endocrine nursing team Salisbury becomes an excellent destination for those with fresh ideas eager to contribute to the development of a stellar service for the future.
Candidates for the post will need to hold a CCT or be within six months of obtaining CCT or hold a CESR. Those interested in the posts however who are close to obtaining a CESR or CCT but not currently eligible are welcome to contact the department for an informal conversation.Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Terms and conditions apply to the relocation expenses, please see job description for further details. The relocation expenses do not apply to those appointed to a fixed term appointment.
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
With hybrid closed loops on the horizon we have a fantastic opportunity to have influence with a blank canvas to develop the type 1 service. With our dynamic and forward thinking endocrine nursing team Salisbury becomes an excellent destination for those with fresh ideas eager to contribute to the development of a stellar service for the future.
Candidates for the post will need to hold a CCT or be within six months of obtaining CCT or hold a CESR. Those interested in the posts however who are close to obtaining a CESR or CCT but not currently eligible are welcome to contact the department for an informal conversation.Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Terms and conditions apply to the relocation expenses, please see job description for further details. The relocation expenses do not apply to those appointed to a fixed term appointment.
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Management Experience
Essential
- Ability to perform effectively as a member of a team, including a multidisciplinary team and to motivate and develop staff
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance targets
- Ability to balance individual requirements against those of the department/Directorate
- Commitment to active clinical governance and learning from errors
Qualifications and Specialist Training
Essential
- Possession, or within 6 months of possession, of a CCT in diabetes, endocrinology and GIM leading to entry onto GMC Specialist Register
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Experience/Clinical Skills
Essential
- Evidence of wide experience and a high level of competence in diabetes and endocrinology
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems: demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach
- Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice
Communication skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written and spoken communication.
- Always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options
Teaching
Essential
- Demonstration of an interest and commitment to teaching
- Ability to teach clinical skills to trainees and others. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
Audit and Research
Essential
- Experience in, and commitment to clinical audit
- Experience of hosting or recruiting patients to NIHR CRN portfolio research and understanding of GCP in Clinical Research
- Ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical problems
Person Specification
Management Experience
Essential
- Ability to perform effectively as a member of a team, including a multidisciplinary team and to motivate and develop staff
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance targets
- Ability to balance individual requirements against those of the department/Directorate
- Commitment to active clinical governance and learning from errors
Qualifications and Specialist Training
Essential
- Possession, or within 6 months of possession, of a CCT in diabetes, endocrinology and GIM leading to entry onto GMC Specialist Register
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Experience/Clinical Skills
Essential
- Evidence of wide experience and a high level of competence in diabetes and endocrinology
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems: demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach
- Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice
Communication skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written and spoken communication.
- Always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options
Teaching
Essential
- Demonstration of an interest and commitment to teaching
- Ability to teach clinical skills to trainees and others. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
Audit and Research
Essential
- Experience in, and commitment to clinical audit
- Experience of hosting or recruiting patients to NIHR CRN portfolio research and understanding of GCP in Clinical Research
- Ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical problems
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
