Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated nurse to join the Diabetes Team at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. Whether you are looking to develop your career in diabetes, or are an experienced nurse seeking to expand your specialist expertise, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary team.

You will play a key role in supporting us to deliver high-quality inpatient and outpatient diabetes services across a diverse and dynamic clinical environment.

You will be a valued member of a friendly and supportive team that share a strong commitment to delivering safe, personalised and evidence-based care. The successful candidate will share our values, have a genuine enthusiasm for diabetes care and motivated to develop specialist skills.

The role involves autonomous clinical practice under the supervision of the Senior Enhanced Practitioners, managing a defined caseload of patients with diabetes. You will contribute to assessment, care planning, education, quality improvement and service development.

Your professional development will be supported, and a personalised job plan will align with service needs and your learning objectives.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to care. A willingness to learn and contribute to a positive team culture is essential.

Informal visits or discussions are welcomed prior to application.

Main duties of the job

• Manage a caseload of patients with diabetes across inpatient and outpatient settings, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Undertake autonomous, independent clinical practice under the direct and indirect supervision of the Senior Enhanced Practitioner within the diabetes service.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients with complex diabetes needs using enhanced clinical judgement and decision-making skills.
• Provide specialist diabetes advice, education and support to patients, carers and healthcare professionals to promote effective self-management and positive outcomes.
• Initiate and adjust diabetes interventions and treatment plans within scope of practice and Trust guidelines.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support safe discharge planning, coordinated care pathways and service improvement.
• Act as a specialist diabetes resource and support the delivery of evidence-based practice across the organisation.
• Contribute to education, audit, quality improvement and research activities to support the ongoing development of diabetes services.
• Demonstrate professional accountability, compassionate care and effective communication at all times.

About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:

• Better outcomes for our Patients
• More opportunities for our People
• Fairer more consistent care for our Population
• Best Value for Public Purse

Our vision for five years from now:

• Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
• We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
• More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
• Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
• Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work.
• We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
• Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
• We will contribute to system financial balance

Date posted: 09 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 339-MED1326-MJA
Job locations: Southmead Hospital, Bristol, BS10 5NB, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Manage a specialist caseload of patients with diabetes across inpatient and outpatient settings, providing high-quality, evidence-based care tailored to individual patient needs.
• Undertake autonomous, independent clinical practice under the direct and indirect supervision of the Senior Enhanced Practitioner within the diabetes service, using enhanced clinical judgement and decision-making skills to manage complex situations safely and effectively.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients with complex diabetes needs, supporting effective treatment plans and positive patient outcomes.
• Provide specialist diabetes advice, education and emotional support to patients, families and carers, empowering individuals to self-manage their condition and make informed decisions about their care.
• Initiate, review and modify diabetes interventions and treatment plans within scope of practice and Trust guidelines, including supporting the adjustment of insulin and oral diabetes medications.
• Work collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team to ensure coordinated care pathways, safe discharge planning and effective ongoing diabetes management.
• Act as a clinical resource within the diabetes service, promoting evidence-based practice and supporting high standards of patient-centred care.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.
• Participate in diabetes education and training programmes for healthcare professionals and contribute to creating a positive learning environment within the service.
• Contribute to clinical audit, quality improvement, service development and research activities to support the continuous improvement of diabetes care and patient experience.
• Demonstrate professional accountability, compassionate leadership and effective communication skills, recognising limitations of practice and escalating concerns

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• Working towards Post registration qualifications/ CPD in area of diabetes
• Active Professional Registered Qualification with a Professional body e.g., NMC, HCPC

Essential and desirable criteria per person specification
Essential

• Excellent organisation and leadership skills
• Experience of management of the diabetes patient
• Able to work within a team or independently

Desirable

• Prepared to work towards the Non-medical prescriber (If appropriate for statutory profession).
• Proven leadership experience

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Southmead Hospital, Bristol, BS10 5NB, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Nurse for Diabetes
Nikki Davies
nicola.davies@nbt.nhs.uk
01174146427