Clinical Lead in Diabetes and Endocrinology

Overview

Go back East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation TrustClinical Lead in Diabetes and EndocrinologyThe closing date is 21 September 2025Working closely with the Care Group and other clinical leads, the post holder takes the lead for all aspects of Diabetes and Endocrinology to support the delivery of the clinical and operational aspects of the Trust''s strategy and the NHS Operating Framework.As the Clinical Lead for the service the post holder will be jointly responsible for ensuring that the service operates fully within the overall objectives and policies of the Trust and within objectives, targets, quality standards and financial controls, and to support the achievement of the WHH care group level objectives.Main duties of the job

The clinical lead will work together with the William Harvey Care Group and their Network Leads in providing leadership and management, and will have shared responsibility for the operational performance, clinical quality, safety and financial management of the service. They will be responsible for ensuring a positive patient and staff experience, backed up by a robust governance process for leading and continuously improving services.About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is \''great healthcare from great people\''. Everything we do is guided by our values: \''People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference\''. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called \''We care\''. It\''s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We\''re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.Through our Family First scheme we pledge to find roles for partners of consultants offered a substantive post - For more information please visit https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/careers/family-first-scheme/We also offer removal expenses, up to 32 days\'' annual leave and active support for study, quality improvement and patient safety work as part of our \''We care\'' improvement journey, and medical education and research.Job responsibilities

Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.*Please note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change. *Person Specification

Qualifications and training

MRCPFull GMC RegistrationCCT Specialist Registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview dateMinimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical SchoolSpecialty Specific qualificationsEnhanced Appraisal TrainingSkills and experience

Experience in Endocrinology, diabetes and general medicineHighly effective leadership skills Interpersonal and influencing skillsClinical leadership experience in Acute NHS TrustClinical governance

Extensive knowledge of clinical auditResearch and Development and Evidence based practiceCommitment to implementation and strengthening of clinical governanceComplaint managementRCA, Sis, SJRThorough knowledge of the structure, functions, culture and values of the National Health Service and its inter relationship with other agenciesPersonal/professional attributes

Upholds and models the Trust valuesInsight into strengths and weaknessesAbility to make things happen and to deliver on the most challenging of issuesEnvironmental and political awarenessOther requirements

Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to travel effectively between sites.Inspires others and leads by exampleDisclosure 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.East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust£109,725 to £145,478 a ..... full job details .....