The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Dietetic Assistant Practitioner

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 4 Dietetic Assistant Practitioner to join our dynamic Diabetes Dietetic Service. If you are passionate about nutrition, enjoy supporting others, and are eager to develop your clinical skills within a friendly and progressive team, we would love to hear from you.

You will be joining our award-winning, supportive and forward-thinking Nutrition and Dietetics Department, consisting of 28 Dietitians, 4 Dietetic Assistants and 6 Administrative staff. We are a fully integrated Community and Hospital Service, offering a varied and stimulating working environment. We are committed to ongoing professional development actively encouraging CPD, promoting internal learning opportunities, and proudly supporting our staff grow and thrive.

We are seeking someone who is:

Passionate about nutrition and committed to improving patient care
Confident communicating with patients, carers and healthcare colleagues
Comfortable using technology and keen to support patients with digital tools such as continuous glucose monitoring
Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage a varied caseload with guidance
Positive, proactive and eager to learn in a supportive and dynamic environment

Alongside non-registered applicants we also welcome applications from newly qualified AHPs to this role.

Main duties of the job

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills within diabetes care while working alongside experienced Dietitians and the wider multidisciplinary team. As a Dietetic Assistant Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of high-quality nutritional care and structured patient education.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting Dietitians with diabetes-focused nutrition interventions and patient management
Providing hands-on assistance with Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM), including facilitating CGM starts, troubleshooting, and helping patients feel confident using the technology
Reinforcing dietary and lifestyle education to empower patients in their diabetes self-management
Assisting with group education sessions, one-to-one appointments and follow-up support
Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives within the Diabetes Service
Collaborating closely with the wider diabetes team to ensure seamless, patient-centred care

If you are driven, compassionate and excited by the prospect of helping people better understand and manage their diabetes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Join us and help make a meaningful difference to patients across our community.

For further information please contact Amy Holehouse, Clinical Lead for Nutrition and Dietetics on e-mail: amy.holehouse@nhs.net

Interviews to take place 14th January 2026

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

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

09 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year Per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-11-092

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Recent and relevant experience within an appropriate NHS / healthcare setting
Experience of working within a multi -professional team

Knowledge

Essential

Understanding of the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understanding of the risk assessment process
Understanding of the role of Dietitian in the management of the paediatric/adult patient.
Demonstrates knowledge and use of equipment available for anthropometric assessment.
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Able to recognise when guidance and support is required

Desirable

Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods
Awareness and understanding of relevant health and Social Care legislation

Qualifications

Essential

Maths and English GCSE Grade C (4) or above or equivalent

Desirable

Relevant foundation degree or NVQ level 3 in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Care or equivalent with additional relevant experience
Due to the nature of the role applicants should be able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Recent and relevant experience within an appropriate NHS / healthcare setting
Experience of working within a multi -professional team

Knowledge

Essential

Understanding of the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace
Understanding of the risk assessment process
Understanding of the role of Dietitian in the management of the paediatric/adult patient.
Demonstrates knowledge and use of equipment available for anthropometric assessment.
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
Able to recognise when guidance and support is required

Desirable

Knowledge and evidence of participation in clinical audit and evidence gathering methods
Awareness and understanding of relevant health and Social Care legislation

Qualifications

Essential

Maths and English GCSE Grade C (4) or above or equivalent

Desirable

Relevant foundation degree or NVQ level 3 in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Care or equivalent with additional relevant experience
Due to the nature of the role applicants should be able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Completed recognised IT course e.g. ECDL/Elite/MOST

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.