Job overview
We are looking to recruit a self-motivated and committed Dietitian to join our friendly and proactive department.
We have an opportunity to join our Team as a Specialist Band 6 Dietitian, and provide a comprehensive nutrition and dietetics service across our three hospital sites. This position is part of an expanding team with the opportunity to help shape the future of the service.
If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join our team, we would be interested in receiving your application. We offer a full package of benefits, including a car lease scheme; on-site childcare; generous annual leave in line with NHS terms and conditions; high street and public transport discounts; a 24/7 staff support service - and the little things that make life easier, like on-site Amazon lockers and fresh fruit and veg stalls.
Main duties of the job
To provide specialist dietetic support to patients within the acute setting, working closely with the MDT providing specialist advice.
To make assessments using a variety of sources of information and to provide results of assessment in verbal and written formats.
To maintain a holistic approach to patient care and involving relatives, carers and appropriate care agencies whenever possible in the treatment plans and programmes
To be an integral member of the dietetic team working to ensure optimal nutritional care for patients as a key determinant of recovery and outcome.
Participation in training and education, including supporting students and Dietetic Assistant Practitioners.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘Documents to download’.
If you have further queries please don’t hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
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.
Person specification
Governance
Essential
- Understanding of development projects and clinical audit
- Use of protocols and care pathways for specific interventions and conditions
Other Requirements
Essential
- Adheres to Trust Values.
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Post -graduate Diploma or equivalent qualification.
- Registered Dietitian by HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council).
- Minimum of 6 months post- graduate experience in general Nutrition and Dietetics.
- Evidence of relevant post-graduate clinical education
- Trained in facilitated learning for Undergraduate Practice Placements.
- Motivated to maintain Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- BDA membership with membership of a BDA Interest Group
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- Able to work safely and effectively without direct supervision but with senior staff guidance
- Able to plan workload and supervise assistants and students
- Ability to work within a multi- disciplinary team and to plan and action patient-focused care pathways.
- Communication skills – both verbal and written
- Ability to teach effectively
- Advanced clinical reasoning skills.
- General dietetic experience including, enteral feed, complex nutrition support patients, and multi- disciplinary team working
Desirable
- Experience with Parental Nutrition
Personal/Professional Attributes
Essential
- Motivation towards extending skills and knowledge
- A knowledge of personal accountability and responsibilities as laid down by Rules of Professional Conduct
- Evidence of awareness for need for professional development and responsibility
- Able to plan and deliver workloads to support requirements of the post
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This advert is for Specialist Dietitian with East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust in Trust Wide. It is listed as a Band 6 Dietitian role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Sep 2026.
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