Job summary
Interviews for this role will take place 17/09/2025 at University Hospital North Durham.
County
Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest integrated
care providers in England, serving a population of around 600,000 people. We
are a high performing organisation with a track record of success.
An exciting oppourtunity
has arisen for a Matron in Diabetes to join our team in the Medicine Care Group
based . We are looking for an appropriately experienced, highly motivated and
committed Band 8a Matron with expertise in Diabetes management. The post will
involve working closely with the Clinical Lead in Diabetes and the care group
trumvirate. The matron in diabetes will provide leadership and direction to the
staff within care pathways for which they are accountable, to ensure delivery
of safe care, high quality care in line with the organisations strategic
vision. The post holder must be able to motivate teams to reach their full
potential by provision of exemplary line management skills.
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will be provide clinical care to both Type I and Type II diabetic
patients in primary and secondary care.
Monitor performance against
the range of relevant patient safety indicators such as medication errors,
record keeping and outline improvement plans where aspirations are not being
realised.
The role will be clinically
focused and include working alongside nurses in a coaching/ teaching/ supervisory
capacity.
The post holder will lead
on all aspects of patient safety and complaints for the area of responsibility,
launching investigation / root cause analysis as required with support from the
relevant clinical lead and general manager.
The matron will ensure that
patient feedback is acted upon and all lessons learned from complaints and
incidents implemented. Ensure themes are disseminated widely as part of the
overall Clinical Governance framework.
The matron will champion
the experience of people who receive services by striving to improve quality
care.
The
matron will ensure that the safety of team members is maintained through
adherence to Trust Health and Safety Policies.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB
PURPOSE/SUMMARY
The matron in diabetes will
provide leadership and direction to the staff within care pathways for which
they are accountable, to ensure delivery of safe care, high quality care in
line with the organisations strategic vision. The post holder must be able to
motivate teams to reach their full potential by provision of exemplary line
management skills.
The matron will provide
expert clinical leadership to frontline staff actively promoting Compassion in
Practice, the underpinning 6Cs as well as the Trusts values & Behaviours.
The matron will be
accountable for both the standard of nursing/midwifery care and the environment
within his/her identified area of responsibility. The Matron will work with
clinical teams to maintain excellent standards of care.
The matron will as part of
their role on a regular basis deliver direct patient care to diabetic patients
meeting the requirements of a registered nurse. It will also include teaching
of junior team members
The matron will be highly
visible and accessible to staff, patients and visitors/family members and be
able to assist where issues cannot be resolved by the diabetic nursing team.
Effective
line management of Senior Sister/ Team Leaders within the areas for which they
are responsible is fundamental in order to support a culture of consciousness
to deliver financial balance and achievement of efficiencies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB
PURPOSE/SUMMARY
The matron in diabetes will
provide leadership and direction to the staff within care pathways for which
they are accountable, to ensure delivery of safe care, high quality care in
line with the organisations strategic vision. The post holder must be able to
motivate teams to reach their full potential by provision of exemplary line
management skills.
The matron will provide
expert clinical leadership to frontline staff actively promoting Compassion in
Practice, the underpinning 6Cs as well as the Trusts values & Behaviours.
The matron will be
accountable for both the standard of nursing/midwifery care and the environment
within his/her identified area of responsibility. The Matron will work with
clinical teams to maintain excellent standards of care.
The matron will as part of
their role on a regular basis deliver direct patient care to diabetic patients
meeting the requirements of a registered nurse. It will also include teaching
of junior team members
The matron will be highly
visible and accessible to staff, patients and visitors/family members and be
able to assist where issues cannot be resolved by the diabetic nursing team.
Effective
line management of Senior Sister/ Team Leaders within the areas for which they
are responsible is fundamental in order to support a culture of consciousness
to deliver financial balance and achievement of efficiencies.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- Teaching qualification
- Educated to degree level
- Evidence of continuing Professional Development in Diabetes.
Desirable
- Management or Leadership qualification
-
- Masters degree
Experience
Essential
- Management experience at senior level
- Expert in field of diabetes management
- Current knowledge of professional developments in Diabetes Care
- Managing change
- Service improvement
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant nursing and health care policies
- Report writing
- Complaints management
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Strategic thinking
- Demonstrates resilience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Influencing and negotiation skills
- Service improvement
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- Teaching qualification
- Educated to degree level
- Evidence of continuing Professional Development in Diabetes.
Desirable
- Management or Leadership qualification
-
- Masters degree
Experience
Essential
- Management experience at senior level
- Expert in field of diabetes management
- Current knowledge of professional developments in Diabetes Care
- Managing change
- Service improvement
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant nursing and health care policies
- Report writing
- Complaints management
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Strategic thinking
- Demonstrates resilience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Influencing and negotiation skills
- Service improvement
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.
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.
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
