Diabetes Specialist Nurse Uk Visa Sponsorship
Job Description
Diabetes Specialist Nurse – Acute Diabetes Team (Permanent Role)
Location: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Salary/Banding: [To be confirmed]
Contract: Permanent | Full-time/Part-time options considered
Sponsorship: Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship available
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join our Acute Diabetes Team in a permanent role. In this senior-level position, you will be responsible for assessing, developing, and delivering personalised care plans, while providing expert clinical advice in specialist diabetes management.
You will practice in accordance with your professional code of conduct and within your defined scope of practice—taking accountability for your decisions, actions, and omissions in line with professional expectations.
This post is aligned to the TREND Integrated Care and Competency Framework for Adult Diabetes Nursing at Senior Practitioner level.
You will collaborate with non-specialist clinical teams to develop and implement management plans for patients with complex or recurrent diabetes-related issues such as:
- Persistent hyperglycaemia or hypoglycaemia
- Hypoglycaemia fear or unawareness
- Renal complications
- Diabetic foot disease
- Visual impairment
- Preconception and pregnancy care planning
Your work will span both inpatient and outpatient settings across various specialty areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a defined caseload of patients requiring specialist diabetes care
- Provide advanced clinical advice and support within the multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
- Contribute to both strategic development and operational delivery of diabetes services
- Practice independently while ensuring effective collaboration with wider healthcare teams
- Deliver services within both community and acute hospital environments
Skills & Experience Required
Essential:
- Registered Nurse with appropriate NMC registration
- Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in diabetes care
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Strong leadership, communication, and teamworking skills
- Ability to work autonomously and manage complex caseloads
About Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive environment where your professional growth and wellbeing are prioritised.
What We Offer:
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Generous NHS Pension Scheme
- Competitive annual leave entitlement
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Access to the Blue Light Card for discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure
- A welcoming and inclusive workplace culture
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities.
Why Choose Somerset?
Somerset offers the best of both worlds—rolling countryside, stunning coastlines, and a vibrant lifestyle. The county boasts excellent schools, affordable housing, and easy access to cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter—all within a short drive. London is just two hours away by train or road.
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful rural life or lively city living, Somerset has something for everyone.
Additional Information
- Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This role requires a DBS check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
- Criminal Record Certificates: Applicants who have lived abroad for 12 months or more in the last 10 years will need to provide relevant overseas criminal record checks. See Criminal records checks for overseas applicants for guidance.
- Certificate of Sponsorship: We welcome applications from skilled worker visa applicants. More information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
- Professional Registration: UK NMC registration is essential. Learn more via the NHS Careers website.
Contact Us
For further information or help with your application, please contact:
Linda Balian
linda.balian@somersetft.nhs.uk
