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Job requirements
Essential
16 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Physical
Able to carry out anthropometric measurements accurately and use relevant equipment
- Physical
Able to use a computer keyboard and relevant computer programmes.
- Experience
Relevant post-graduate experience in specialist area
- Experience
stablished knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group.
- Experience
Demonstrates effective ability to prioritise a large caseload.
- Communication
Able to communicate with a range of individuals on complex matters
- Communication
Able to work within an MDT
- Qualifications
HCPC registered
- Qualifications
Qualified Dietitian ( degree, post-graduate diploma or equivalent)
- Qualifications
Evidence of continuing professional development
- Analytical and judgement
Excellent verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills including explaining, negotiating, motivating and training.
- Analytical and judgement
Able to work as an integral member of dietetic and multi-professional teams, building relationships with patients/carers, and other staff
- Analytical and judgement
Able to handle sensitive and confidential information and respond to people who are distressed or anxious
- Analytical and judgement
Able to overcome difficulties in communication, including language barriers, and adapt approach to varying situations.
- Planning and Organisational Skills
Able to plan and organise own workload, including daily tasks and longer term strategic planning, despite interruptions and changing priorities.
- Planning and Organisational Skills
Able to plan and organise the work of allocated student dietitians
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Qualifications
Member of the BDA
- Qualifications
Validated courses
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 1.0 WTE Dietitian to join the Paediatric team at Nottingham Children’s Hospital (NCH). This is a rotational post across paediatric and neonatal services, offering a valuable opportunity to develop a broad range of clinical skills within specialist areas.
This role is ideal for a motivated Dietitian looking to expand their clinical experience and contribute to delivering high-quality, patient-centred nutritional care. The post holder will work across both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting children and young people with a range of clinical needs.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based dietetic interventions.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
Provide specialist dietetic support alongside Consultants and Specialist Nurses, delivering therapeutic dietary advice to paediatric and neonatal patients
Undertake nutritional assessment and implement appropriate interventions, including oral nutrition support and enteral feeding
Participate in a structured rotation across paediatric and neonatal services, gaining experience in a range of clinical areas
Work collaboratively within the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) to optimise patient care and support initiatives aimed at reducing hospital admissions
Manage your own caseload effectively, as well as contributing to the organisation and support of team workload
Work closely with Dietitians, Dietetic Technicians, and Dietetic Assistants within a supportive team environment
Contribute to audit, service evaluation, and quality improvement work to demonstrate the value of dietetic input
Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards
You will be expected to demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills, a flexible approach to work, and a strong commitment to service development. You should be enthusiastic, motivated, and keen to develop both your own skills and those of others.
Experience in nutritional support is essential. Additional training and development will be provided.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
As part of this role it is essential that you will be able to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) accordingly to national and local guidance.
Please refer to the job description and personal specification attached.
Applicant requirements
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.
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This advert is for Specialist Dietitian - Paediatric and Neonatal (Rotational) with Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust in Nottingham, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Dietitian role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 11 Oct 2026.
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