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Diabetes Midwife Band 6
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Reference: 2468922
Job summary
Please note that this role is only open to midwives who hold a valid NMC registration and band 6 experience
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Diabetes Specialist Midwife to join our expanding multidisciplinary diabetes and antenatal team at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We are seeking an experienced midwife with a passion for improving outcomes for women and birthing people with pre-existing diabetes and gestational diabetes. The successful candidate will work closely with obstetricians, diabetologists, diabetes specialist nurses, dietitians and community teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period. This is an excellent opportunity for a midwife wishing to develop specialist expertise in maternal medicine and diabetes care while contributing to service development and innovation. Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received.Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
- Act as a specialist resource for women and birthing people with diabetes during pregnancy.
- Provide expert assessment, education, support and care planning.
- Participate in specialist diabetes antenatal clinics and multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Work collaboratively with obstetric, medical and neonatal colleagues to optimise maternal and neonatal outcomes.
- Support women with blood glucose monitoring, medication management and lifestyle interventions.
- Deliver education and support to midwifery and maternity staff regarding diabetes care pathways.
- Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives.
- Support the implementation of local and national maternity and diabetes standards.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£47,951 to £56,863 a year p.a. inc. pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
293-SWNS-0649
Job locations
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education / Qualification
Essential
- NMC Registered Midwife
- Current and Valid UK NMC PIN
- Evidence of professional development and updating
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to practice in all areas of midwifery in accordance with the NMC Midwives Code of Practice
- Excellent communication And inter personal skills.
- Motivates others and demonstrates enthusiasm for the clinical specialty.
- Understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment
- Be computer literate
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication And inter personal skills.
Desirable
- Evidence of implementing a change in practice
- Evidence of familiarity with home glucose monitoring equipment
Experience
Essential
- Significant post qualification midwifery practice
- Relevant experience to encompass a full range of Midwifery practice
- Established clinical awareness of providing care to pregnancies complicated by type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes
Desirable
- Previous experience of providing care to diabetic clients
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding the role of the midwife as defined by NMC Rules and Code of Practice
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Understanding of the demands/needs of women in multi racial environment
- Knowledge of current research and relevance to practice
- Current knowledge of National guidelines for management of diabetes in pregnancy
Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values.
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
Person Specification
Education / Qualification
Essential
- NMC Registered Midwife
- Current and Valid UK NMC PIN
- Evidence of professional development and updating
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to practice in all areas of midwifery in accordance with the NMC Midwives Code of Practice
- Excellent communication And inter personal skills.
- Motivates others and demonstrates enthusiasm for the clinical specialty.
- Understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment
- Be computer literate
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication And inter personal skills.
Desirable
- Evidence of implementing a change in practice
- Evidence of familiarity with home glucose monitoring equipment
Experience
Essential
- Significant post qualification midwifery practice
- Relevant experience to encompass a full range of Midwifery practice
- Established clinical awareness of providing care to pregnancies complicated by type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes
Desirable
- Previous experience of providing care to diabetic clients
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding the role of the midwife as defined by NMC Rules and Code of Practice
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Understanding of the demands/needs of women in multi racial environment
- Knowledge of current research and relevance to practice
- Current knowledge of National guidelines for management of diabetes in pregnancy
Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values.
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
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 (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.
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 (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
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)