Job overview
Applications are invited for the permanent post of Dietetic Support Worker based at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW). We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated candidate to join our friendly and busy team of dietitians, dietetic support workers and assistant practitioners working with the under nourished hospital population.
The role is practically based with a high emphasis on multi-disciplinary team working and communication.
The post offers learning and development opportunities.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will need to be dynamic and passionate about nutrition.
You will be working to enhance the nutrition and hydration of the acute assessment unit patient population and identify patient’s that are at risk of malnutrition using a nutritional risk assessment as well as supporting the dietitians and nursing staff within the service.
The role will involve collecting information including diet history, and monitoring nutritional intake; encouraging patients at risk of malnutrition to achieve an adequate nutritional intake; assisting patients to eat and drink which may require feeding at the bedside; encouraging nourishing snacks and drinks; promoting protected mealtimes, and good hydration practices.
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.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Display good verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of data collection, data management, excel etc
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team and working with groups of people
Desirable
- Previous healthcare experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English GCSE or equivalent
Desirable
- Nutrition related qualification
- IT/word processing qualification
Nutrition Knowledge
Essential
- Understand the role of nutrition in maintaining good health
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This advert is for Dietetic Support Worker with Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £26,813 - £27,890 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Jun 2026.
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