Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Lead Diabetes Specialist Nurse 0-16yrs

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Job summary

Fixed Term (Secondment) | Maternity Leave Cover | 12 Months | SCH Internal Only

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experiencedPaediatric Nurse to join our dedicated Diabetes Nursing Team. This post is offering the chance to work within a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment delivering specialist care to children, young people, and their families.

About You

  • RSCN/RN Child
  • ENB 998, or equivalent Teaching & Assessing Qualification
  • Experience in nursing care of children with Diabetes conditions
  • In possession of afull and clear driving licence

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Matron, some of your responsibilities will include:

  • Provide specialist diabetes care and education to children, young people, and families.

  • Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, demonstrating motivation, organisation, and excellent communication skills.

  • Liaise with schools, GPs, and community nursing teams to ensure continuity of care.

  • Deliver education to other healthcare professionals.

  • Progress towards running nurse-led consultations following training and consolidation.

  • Share responsibility for leading and managing the Diabetes Nursing Team, contributing to service development.

  • Support young people in preparing for transition to adult services.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Details

Date posted

27 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

425-25-7597475

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

47 Wilkinson Street

Sheffield

S10 2GB


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2233 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.#LI-Onsite

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2233 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.#LI-Onsite

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • NMC / RNC/RN8
  • Educated to degree level, supplemented by postgraduate training/experience and continued professional development, to Master's level or equivalent.
  • 998 or mentorship/supervisor training

Desirable

  • Safeguarding Champion Training
  • Leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards
  • Non-Medical Prescribing

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in paediatric nursing within a specialised care setting.
  • Experience in clinical assessment, planning and implementation of care pathways for patients with complex needs.
  • Experience of assessing and interpreting patient conditions, taking appropriate action.
  • Experience of critically evaluating actions and results while planning for the short and long term.

Desirable

  • Experience of line management and budget management

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • In depth knowledge of paediatric nursing and experience in managing care for children and young people within the specialty
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships with the multidisciplinary team and wider health community.
  • Ability to communicate sensitive and confidential information concerning patients / families such as safeguarding or life-limiting conditions adhering to GDPR standards.

Desirable

  • Understand current developments within NHS affecting the speciality

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Current driving license and use of car
  • Commitment to promoting health equity and addressing health inequalities.
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

  • Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • NMC / RNC/RN8
  • Educated to degree level, supplemented by postgraduate training/experience and continued professional development, to Master's level or equivalent.
  • 998 or mentorship/supervisor training

Desirable

  • Safeguarding Champion Training
  • Leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards
  • Non-Medical Prescribing

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in paediatric nursing within a specialised care setting.
  • Experience in clinical assessment, planning and implementation of care pathways for patients with complex needs.
  • Experience of assessing and interpreting patient conditions, taking appropriate action.
  • Experience of critically evaluating actions and results while planning for the short and long term.

Desirable

  • Experience of line management and budget management

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • In depth knowledge of paediatric nursing and experience in managing care for children and young people within the specialty
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships with the multidisciplinary team and wider health community.
  • Ability to communicate sensitive and confidential information concerning patients / families such as safeguarding or life-limiting conditions adhering to GDPR standards.

Desirable

  • Understand current developments within NHS affecting the speciality

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Current driving license and use of car
  • Commitment to promoting health equity and addressing health inequalities.
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

  • Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

47 Wilkinson Street

Sheffield

S10 2GB


Employer's website

https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

47 Wilkinson Street

Sheffield

S10 2GB


Employer's website

https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Diabetes Specialist Nurse

Emma Loader

emma.loader5@nhs.net

01142717320

Details

Date posted

27 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

425-25-7597475

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

47 Wilkinson Street

Sheffield

S10 2GB


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