# Dietetic Assistant

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- **Location:** Glan Clwyd Hospital
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Dietetic assistant
- **Salary:** £26813.00 to £27890.00
- **Contract type:** Permanent: Monday - Friday
- **Employment type:** 34 hours per week (Part Time)
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-20T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-09-04T15:18:45.250Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/-v8075792
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8075792?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://bcuhb.nhs.wales

## Job Content

### Job overview

Are you interested in developing your nutrition skills as a ‘Dietetic Assistant’ in an exciting Dietetic department? Then come and join our dynamic Dietetic Team based in Central North Wales!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Dietetic Assistant to join our friendly team of 22 Dietitians and 4 Dietetic Assistants who deliver services in acute and primary care and public health. Dietetic Assistants assist Registered Dietitians by helping them to complete a range of fascinating nutrition related tasks and projects. This Band 3 Assistant role is based within the acute services team - which are embracing innovative and better ways of working, and epitomizes the core values of our Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.

We deliver clinical placements for students, have secretarial support and are part of a wider team of 60 dietitians working across the three Areas of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

### Main duties of the job

There is a strong, interconnected Dietetic team within the Central Team, and across North Wales, who are in regular contact via email and phone, sharing information, resources and developments wherever possible.

All necessary development support and supervision will be provided to the right individual.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac

### Applicant requirements

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.

Welsh language skills are desirable

## Person Specification

### Skills

**Essential**

- Ability to work independently with individuals and/or groups Excellent interpersonal skills Effective written and oral communication skills. Good auditory / perceptual skills and the ability to sustain concentration. Creative skills to support the development of engaging materials. Awareness of team dynamics and work effectively as part of a team. Planning and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure Physical & emotional stamina to deal with sensitive and difficult situations Computer skills e.g. competent use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and data inputting experience.

**Desirable**

- Ability to maintain and record specific items of stock Intermediate computer skills.

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3 e.g. NVQ related to Health & Social Care, or working towards, (or equivalent); Documented evidence of participation in training activities.

**Desirable**

- Membership of professional body and/or special interest group. Degree in nutrition related subject. Food hygiene certificate.

### Knowledge & Experience

**Essential**

- Understanding of the role of the Dietitian. Relevant experience working within health, social or education settings. Basic knowledge of some conditions that could impact upon nutrition and hydration in children and young people, relevant to the role. Self-motivation for Continued Professional Development.

**Desirable**

- Experience in working directly with people with communication challenges/other additional needs. Experience in clinical and/ or catering establishment. Experience of practical food preparation/ demonstration. Basic knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance. Awareness of Health & Safety legislation & practices.

## Documents

- [oh form (docx, 102.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10590702)
- [jdps - english (pdf, 472.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10590700)
- [ds&mp – cymraeg (pdf, 520.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10590701)
- [welsh language matrix (pdf, 134.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2220)
- [values and behaviour framework (pdf, 2.0mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2937)
- [nhs north wales - the right choice (pdf, 3.6mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2075)
- [nwssp recruitment services privacy notice (pdf, 808.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1632)

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