Band 6 Specialist Paediatric Dietitian

Job summary

Are you interested in Paediatrics and diabetes?

Due to investment, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Dietitian to join our progressive and friendly team at Musgrove Park Hospital.

Our supportive team is experienced, highly regarded, integral members of the wider multidisciplinary paediatric teams, providing both inpatient and outpatient services.

You will need to be passionate about working with children and their family. This would be an excellent role for a Dietitian who already has some experience in diabetes and/or Paediatrics and who wishes to expand their skills. Alternatively, this could be an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Dietitian, with good transferable skills, who wishes to develop their experience in Paediatrics. Training and support will be provided once you are in post.

We are looking for a candidate who can work on a fulltime basis but we understand work life balance is extremely important and support flexible working. We warmly welcome informal discussions prior to applying - please contact us: 01823 342207

Main duties of the job

As a Paediatric Dietitian you will see patients with diabetes and their families on the ward during any admissions (including new diagnosis, emergencies, planned stabilisation). You will also attend 3 monthly consultant-led MDT clinics across the area, be present at enhanced care MDT clinics, at education sessions and at home/school visits as required.

You would also have a general outpatient paediatric caseload and deliver specialist dietary advice for children with conditions such as faltering growth, food allergies and restrictive diets via face to face clinics across the county, telephone and video consultation.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.