The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Diabetes and Endocrinology

The closing date is 23 November 2026

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Job summary
This post is for internal candidates to The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust and Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust. If you are not currently working within either of these Trusts, your application will not be reviewed and automatically rejected at shortlisting stage. Please be aware of this when submitting your application.

You will be accountable for the delivery of a comprehensive, skilled and evidence-based Diabetes service to meet the needs of the population. Providing support to the senior team in leadership, diabetes management, delivery and development of services.

To work independently whilst supporting the team in the management of clinical caseload within your specialist field. Continuing responsibility for assessment of health needs and development and evaluation of standards of care. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for people with complex needs for their diabetes management. The post holder is required to provide expert clinical care for patients and to support other staff to develop their competencies in diabetes management. The post holder will be involved in teaching and training both formally to clinical staff and to patients.

The post holder will be required to work within the Trust, however, where appropriate to work collaboratively with primary and community care, and link to other specialists within the acute setting to implement the integrated care pathway for people with diabetes.

Main duties of the job

• You will provide expert care and support for people with diabetes.
• You will manage your own patient caseload, giving advice, education and treatment in different settings.
• You will teach and train patients, families and staff to help improve knowledge and self-care.
• You will work closely with other health professionals to make sure care is joined up and effective.
• You will help develop services, carry out audits, and use research to improve standards of care.
• You will support the team by showing leadership, sharing skills, and helping others to learn and grow.

About us
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment
We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Details
Date posted: 09 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum/ pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 223-CNS-840
Job locations: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification
Essential

• NMC Registered
• RN Diploma or Degree
• Evidence of continual professional development and education
• Recognised Diabetes/endocrine qualification or experience

Desirable

• Teaching Certificate or equivalent experience
• Commitment to working towards post graduate physical assessment module where appropriate and identified during objective setting

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://www.sath.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Diabetes and Endocrine Nursing Lead, Victoria Wilkes, victoria.wilkes3@nhs.net, 01743261000

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