Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Paediatric Dietitian with a specialist interest in diabetes to join our friendly and supportive Paediatric Dietetic team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
You will become part of a supportive team of three Paediatric Dietitians within a wider department of 17 dietitians, covering a range of specialisms including neonates, cystic fibrosis, allergy and gastroenterology.
The team provides dietetic input across inpatient and outpatient services at Watford General Hospital.
Current clinics run on Tuesdays at Hemel Hempstead Hospital and Fridays at Watford General Hospital.
This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in paediatric diabetes care within a dynamic and supportive team.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will lead and continue to develop the Paediatric Diabetes service within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.
You will contribute to specialist diabetes clinics, lead group education sessions, and act as a source of expertise for colleagues and patients alike.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The department actively supports the training and supervision of student dietitians and offers development opportunities for other healthcare professionals.
There is potential for external course funding and ongoing professional development through our partnership with the University of Hertfordshire.
We are committed to delivering a quality, evidence-based service and encourage innovation, audit, and continuous learning through regular CPD activities, journal clubs, and study sessions.
Person specification
Knowledge:
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of managing children with diabetes, in Neonatal Unit, Cystic Fibrosis, cardiac babies, gastroenterology, and food allergies.
Experience:
Essential
- Post registration clinical experience.
- Experience in paediatrics.
- Up to date knowledge off all aspects of paediatrics management of children with diabetes.
- Extensive clinical experience of working with children with diabetes and their families/carers.
- Involvement in relevant specialist interest group e.g. paediatric group.
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent.
- HCPC Registered.
Desirable
- Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA).
- Post Graduate Study in specialist area of dietetics e.g. paediatric course.
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Band 7 Dietetic Assistant roles in Watford
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching healthcare roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Band 7 - Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian, Nutrition and Dietetics with West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Watford, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Dietitian role. The advertised salary is £51,657 - £58,785 pa inc HCA pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Jul 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (30 Jun 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHS job search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.