Lead Diabetes Specialist Nurse
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Position Overview & Specifications
OUR VALUES IN ACTION
Care and Compassion Quality and Teamwork Dignity and Respect Openness, honesty and responsibility
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and innovative leader to lead a team of 6 specialist nurses, working across the hospital and community but working seamlessly with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure patients see the right person at the right time in the right place. A leadership role on the diabetes managed clinical network and the delivery of national drivers are integral to this post.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a proven track record in service delivery and team management. If you have the leadership skills and vision, we would love to hear from you!
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE IS NOT A BAND 5 GENERIC NURSING ROLE AND THIS IS A LEAD DIABETES SPECIALIST NURSING ROLE.
Informal enquiries to Consultant Physician Diabetes & Endocrinology, General Medicine Dr Rachel Williamson 01896 827865; Kirsten Austin Clinical Service Manager 01896 825566 or Jill Little Lead Diabetes Specialist Nurse 01896 827405
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Insurance Carriers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lead Diabetes Specialist Nurse roles across NHS Scotland's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Insurance Carriers.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £43,422 - £50,506 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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