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Job overview
We are pleased to offer an exciting 9-month opportunity for a Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian to cover a fixed-term vacancy at Evelina London Hospitals, starting October 2026. This 0.6 WTE role provides the chance to gain valuable experience working as part of the specialist paediatric diabetes dietetic team.
We are seeking a motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic dietitian with a strong passion for paediatrics and a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teamwork.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work alongside a Band 7 Dietitian, playing a key role within the Paediatric Diabetes Team at Evelina London Children’s Hospital, supporting children and young people (0–16 years) with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including MODY.
The post holder will provide specialist, evidence-based dietetic care across inpatient and outpatient settings, delivering comprehensive nutritional assessment, individualised advice, and complex case management. This includes active participation in ward rounds, multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions, and outpatient clinics (both virtual and face-to-face).
A core aspect of the role is providing expert education and support to patients, families, and carers, helping them to manage diabetes confidently in everyday life. You will also contribute to the education and training of healthcare staff, as well as professionals in community settings such as nurseries and schools, ensuring consistent and high-quality care.
Working closely with a supportive MDT—including consultants, specialist nurses, psychologists, family support workers, and youth workers—you will ensure coordinated, patient-centred care. The role also involves liaising with community teams to support safe discharge planning and continuity of care.
Strong communication skills are essential, enabling you to deliver tailored education and guidance to diverse populations, while supporting both families and colleagues with complex nutritional and clinical needs.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to job description and specification for details.
The post holder will cover inpatients and outpatient clinics at Evelina Children’s Hospitals.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial clinical experience following graduation
- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Experience of training student dietitians
- Previous experience of conducting audits and / or research
- Experience of working in paediatric dietetics
- Experience of working in diabetes
Qualifications/Education
Essential
- BSc Degree Hons in dietetics or equivalent
- HCPC registered
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Sound clinical knowledge
- Good communication
- Organisational Skills
- Presentation skills
- Time Management
- Maintain confidentiality
- Knowledge of current issues in dietetics
- Prioritise own work load
- Able to work under own initiative
- Able to achieve deadlines
- Ability to liaise with professionals at all levels
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Awareness of current priorities in paediatric diabetes
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This advert is for Specialist Paediatric Dietitian - Diabetes with Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Dietitian role. The advertised salary is £47,951 - £56,863 p.a. inc HCA (pro-rata). The contract type is Fixed term: 9 months (Secondment option available). The application deadline is 12 Jul 2026.
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