General Practitioner with Specialist Interest - Diabetes

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General Practitioner with Specialist Interest - Diabetes NHS Medical & Dental: Salaried GP

Main area Diabetes Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Salaried GP Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 8 hours per week (Tuesday & Friday) Job ref 824-ONW-

Site Wembley Centre for Health and Care / Honeypot Lane Health Centre Town Brent / Harrow Salary £114,198 - £120,921 PA Pro Rota inclusive London Allowance Salary period Yearly Closing 26/10/:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs - Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston - as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired-a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Brent and Harrow Community Diabetes Services

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced GP with Special Interest (GPwSI) in Diabetes to join the Brent and Harrow Community Diabetes Services. The post will support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred diabetes care within the community, working closely with primary care, community and specialist diabetes teams.

The successful candidate will provide specialist clinical assessment and management for people living with diabetes, with a particular focus on complex or poorly controlled diabetes and supporting the optimisation of treatment. The role will also contribute to multidisciplinary working, clinical advice and education for primary care colleagues, and the development of integrated diabetes pathways across Brent and Harrow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a GP with a strong interest in diabetes to develop their specialist skills while contributing to improving outcomes and reducing health inequalities for people living with diabetes across the local community.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will provide specialist clinical advice, guidance and support to colleagues and patients, ensuring high standards of diabetes care. The role will focus on improving patient outcomes, reducing avoidable emergency hospital admissions, promoting effective self-management and enhancing the quality of life of patients with complex diabetes needs.

Working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary community team, the postholder will support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based diabetes management, treatment and education for patients receiving care across Brent and Harrow Diabetes Services.

The postholder will also provide clinical guidance and support to nursing and Allied Health Professional (AHP) colleagues, working under the supervision of the Community Consultant Diabetologist.

In addition, they will actively contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, supporting coordinated care planning, effective clinical decision-making and continuous service improvement.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust's values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person specification Education/Qualification

• Education/Qualification: MBBS (or equivalent)
• Full registration with GMC
• Entry on GMC GP Register
• Inclusion on a NHS performers list
• Successful completion of a recognised post-graduate qualification in diabetes care
• Current BLS certificate
• Current Hep B immunity certificate
• Higher degree (MSc, MD, or PhD) or equivalent
• Fellowship of a relevant Royal College

Experience

• Clinical management of diabetes patients
• Experience in prevention and management of remission in diabetes
• Experience in general and/or acute medicine
• Evidence of successful interface between secondary and primary care
• Management Responsibility and Leadership experience

Skills & Knowledge

• IT basic computer literacy
• Ability to work under pressure and manage demanding workload.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality, adhere to confidentiality requirements.
• Aware of needs of patients, relatives and carers.
• Ability to handle change and unexpected urgent requirements
• Knowledge of community support services and interest in maintaining patients in the community through the biopsychosocial model.

Key Attributes

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, patients, and external stakeholders

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.