Job summary
Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse
Department: Paediatrics
Band: 7 £47,810 - £54,710 Per annum pro rata
Hours: 30 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
We have a fantastic secondment opportunity for a Paediatric Diabetes Nurse Specialist (PDSN) to join our innovative, forward thinking and friendly team based at MKUH.
Do you have the skills of a great Specialist Nurse including a recognised Qualification in Paediatric Diabetes, Non -medical prescribing, and in-depth understanding of National Guidance.
Are you always looking to update yourself?
Do you love to work together with your multi-disciplinary team, do you keep going when things get tough, and do you continuously look for ways to improve care?
Do you always need to do the right thing, to make a difference to those around you? Are you proactive with safeguarding your patients?
Do you feel the need to lead, to take responsibility, and to drive care forward whether working autonomously or as part of a Team?
Do you enjoy contributing to the delivery of high quality evidenced based best practice. Do you enjoy listening and learning from your colleagues?
If the answer is YES to all the above, then you are the right person for us!
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Interview date: w/c 6 April 2026
Main duties of the job
Help and support to develop and build on all these skills will given for working with the MDT to deliver individualised, timely, meets national standards, and the needs of the child and families care.You will need to be a fantastic communicator, as we have a positive Paediatric Multi-Disciplinary team that work closely together to drive forward best practice. Our Nurses are truly valued by the Management and Medical Teams and effective joined up working is a real asset to our ability to provide holistic care. We will support you to develop into someone who can influence others and effectively manage change supporting the delivery of the Department, Divisional and Trust Agenda's.The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their commitment to continuous professional development for themselves and their team: You will have the support of the Matron, the Paediatric Diabetes MDT, our Quality Lead Nurse and a Practice Educator to ensure that you and your team can deliver great care in a busy acute environment.
The Paediatric Diabetes team look after a wide ranging caseload of children and young people and their familiesWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Nurse to lead our Paediatric Assessment Unit. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring the delivery of the highest standards of patient care and safety. This role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise, and a passion for working with children and their families
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
NHS Staff Survey: 94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users. .
Demonstrates and establishes a relationship of trust with patients, carers and families. Demonstrates expertise when dealing with complex patients with comorbid conditions and their families who require new skills to live with a chronic condition. Adheres to health and safety Trust legislation and infection control policies. Communicates and agrees with the patient, carer and family the determined plan of care, which can be complex and sensitive
Please refer to attached Job description for further information.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
NHS Staff Survey: 94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users. .
Demonstrates and establishes a relationship of trust with patients, carers and families. Demonstrates expertise when dealing with complex patients with comorbid conditions and their families who require new skills to live with a chronic condition. Adheres to health and safety Trust legislation and infection control policies. Communicates and agrees with the patient, carer and family the determined plan of care, which can be complex and sensitive
Please refer to attached Job description for further information.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Registered Children's Nurse
- 4 years post registration experience
- Qualification in speciality: Paediatric Diabetes
- Mentorship or equivalent qualification
- Degree in relevant health/education related field (or evidence of significant post-graduate study)
- Paediatric Intermediate Life Support qualification- PILS
Desirable
- Evidence of recent appropriate clinical practice
- Non-Medical Prescribing Course
- Leadership Course
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 3 years post qualification working in an acute paediatric speciality
- Able to evidence ability to work independently and also within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Able to demonstrate successful implementation of effective evidence- based practice
- Detailed experience in facilitation/ teaching/ assessing/ coaching.
- Good understanding of governance and all it entails
Desirable
- Evidence of effective specialist development within this field, with a working knowledge of current local and national guidelines relating to best practice for children and young people with diabetes
- Experience of managing a defined caseload and ability to work under pressure to manage workload and meet deadlines
- Experience of policy development
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to consistently place child and family at centre of care, working to ensure that the child can reach their full potential.
- Work autonomously and within an effective MDT
- Can perform under pressure, able to demonstrate excellent ti.me management skills
- Has effective negotiation and analytical skills
- Has excellent interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team.
- Has the ability to continually develop relevant clinical skills in speciality, to have transferable skills that support this role.
- Has excellent consultation skills, able to assess, plan and implement care, supporting informed choice and gaining consent where appropriate
- Has the ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise.
- Can demonstrates effective use of Safeguarding to ensure safety and care of the child and young person.
- Has the ability to work with all schools, health and social care and to enable effective transition to adult service
- Able to work with technologies and to educate and support children and young people in development of necessary skills to manage their condition using technology to assist.
Personal and people development
Essential
- Able to work flexibly, either independently or as part of a team.
- Assertive
- Pro-active
- Motivated and innovative.
- Willing to contribute, collaborate and drive an effective quality agenda
Communication
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal, written and presentation.
- Computer literate
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Registered Children's Nurse
- 4 years post registration experience
- Qualification in speciality: Paediatric Diabetes
- Mentorship or equivalent qualification
- Degree in relevant health/education related field (or evidence of significant post-graduate study)
- Paediatric Intermediate Life Support qualification- PILS
Desirable
- Evidence of recent appropriate clinical practice
- Non-Medical Prescribing Course
- Leadership Course
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 3 years post qualification working in an acute paediatric speciality
- Able to evidence ability to work independently and also within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Able to demonstrate successful implementation of effective evidence- based practice
- Detailed experience in facilitation/ teaching/ assessing/ coaching.
- Good understanding of governance and all it entails
Desirable
- Evidence of effective specialist development within this field, with a working knowledge of current local and national guidelines relating to best practice for children and young people with diabetes
- Experience of managing a defined caseload and ability to work under pressure to manage workload and meet deadlines
- Experience of policy development
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to consistently place child and family at centre of care, working to ensure that the child can reach their full potential.
- Work autonomously and within an effective MDT
- Can perform under pressure, able to demonstrate excellent ti.me management skills
- Has effective negotiation and analytical skills
- Has excellent interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team.
- Has the ability to continually develop relevant clinical skills in speciality, to have transferable skills that support this role.
- Has excellent consultation skills, able to assess, plan and implement care, supporting informed choice and gaining consent where appropriate
- Has the ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise.
- Can demonstrates effective use of Safeguarding to ensure safety and care of the child and young person.
- Has the ability to work with all schools, health and social care and to enable effective transition to adult service
- Able to work with technologies and to educate and support children and young people in development of necessary skills to manage their condition using technology to assist.
Personal and people development
Essential
- Able to work flexibly, either independently or as part of a team.
- Assertive
- Pro-active
- Motivated and innovative.
- Willing to contribute, collaborate and drive an effective quality agenda
Communication
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal, written and presentation.
- Computer literate
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
