The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Dietitian

The closing date is 03 August 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Dietitian to join our forward-thinking and fully integrated Dietetic service at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. This is an excellent post for a newly qualified or early-career dietitian, providing the opportunity to work across both hospital and community settings as part of a well-established team of 43 dietetic staff.We are a unique service in that we provide a specialist Nutritional Prescribing Service in the community, which includes the prescribing of enteral feeds, oral nutritional supplements, and infant formula. The post holder will work closely with GPs, community teams, hospital specialists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centred care.We are committed to supporting and developing our staff through Continuous Professional Development. The successful applicant will be encouraged to attend the Trust-wide Preceptorship Programme within the first 12 months of employment. Additionally, the team actively supports the training of student dietitians in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Nottingham.

Main duties of the job

To provide high-quality, evidence-based dietetic care to patients across a range of settings, including inpatient wards, outpatient clinics, and community services. To assess and manage patients with a variety of nutritional needs, including those requiring oral nutritional support, home enteral feeding, and specialised dietary interventions. To participate in the delivery of the community-based Nutritional Prescribing Service, supporting safe and appropriate prescribing of nutritional products in line with local policy. To contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and liaise effectively with GPs, hospital consultants, community nursing teams, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care. To maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with Trust and professional standards. To engage in service development and quality improvement initiatives within the department. To participate in the supervision, mentoring, and training of student dietitians. To attend and participate in the Trusts Preceptorship Programme, as well as internal CPD sessions, reflective practice, and case discussions. To maintain registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and adhere to the British Dietetic Association (BDA) professional standards and Code of Conduct.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-06-080b

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma/Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the county and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

British Dietetic Association (BDA) member
Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

Experience

Essential

Recent and relevant experience within an NHS setting
Up to date documented evidence of relevant CPD
Experience of working within a multi-professional team

knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information
Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines
An understanding of Professional Standards
Knowledge and experience of using standardised assessments and development of relevant outcome measures
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods
Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety in the work environment and implications for service area

Desirable

Knowledge of continuous improvement through benchmarking and sharing and utilising best practice
Awareness and understanding of relevant Health and Social Care legislation

Registration

Essential

Current or pending HCPC registration

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma/Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the county and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

British Dietetic Association (BDA) member
Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

Experience

Essential

Recent and relevant experience within an NHS setting
Up to date documented evidence of relevant CPD
Experience of working within a multi-professional team

knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information
Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines
An understanding of Professional Standards
Knowledge and experience of using standardised assessments and development of relevant outcome measures
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods
Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety in the work environment and implications for service area

Desirable

Knowledge of continuous improvement through benchmarking and sharing and utilising best practice
Awareness and understanding of relevant Health and Social Care legislation

Registration

Essential

Current or pending HCPC registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.