Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Dietitian

The closing date is 30 March 2026

Job summary

Fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity until 10th August 2026

We are looking to recruit a Dietitian to work within our Acute Adult Inpatient Team. It is a varied role which will involve working closely with your dietetic colleagues, as well as various multidisciplinary teams, to support patients under older people's medicine, gastroenterology, neurology and stroke, respiratory, cardiology, oncology, surgery, and more! We offer regular supervision and opportunities for professional growth.

You'll be welcomed into a truly diverse, multi-talented department where everyone's background and perspective are valued. Our team brings together a wide range of experiences, cultures, and ideas, making us stronger and more innovative. We're proud of our open, inclusive culture; your voice matters, and you'll be encouraged to shape how we work.

We believe in working hard, supporting each other, and having fun together. As a department we have regular shared lunches and there are frequent social events giving us the chance to relax and catch up outside of work.

If you want to develop your skills, make a real impact, and join a team that lives its PRIDE values--People-focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence, apply now! You'll gain new friends, fresh perspectives, and a workplace where you truly belong.

If you are considering applying for this post on a secondment basis, please discuss with your Line Manager prior to applying to ascertain whether this could be supported.

Main duties of the job

As a Dietitian in our Acute Adult Inpatient Team you'll independently manage a caseload of patients, providing nutritional assessment, advice, and support. You'll develop and review care plans, using communication and motivational skills to help patients and carers navigate challenging diagnoses and treatments. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to service development, and act as a role model for our PRIDE values.

We're looking for someone with enthusiasm and empathy, who has the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication, organisational skills, and a commitment to ongoing learning are essential.

Typical decisions you'll make:

o Adjusting nutritional care plans in response to changing clinical needs and patient feedback.

o Prioritising your workload to balance direct patient care, MDT meetings, supervision, and service improvement projects.

o Choosing the best approach to engage and motivate patients and carers, using counselling and behaviour change techniques.

If you want to make a real impact, develop your expertise, and join a team where your ideas and individuality are valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Part time: 30 hours per week

Interview date: 8th April 2026

About us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

Flexible working hours
Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
Discounted gym memberships
Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
Support in career development
Flexible staff bank
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

5 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

234-25-F1994

Job locations

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Colney Lane

Norwich

NR4 7UY

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a Dietetic service to Medicine for the Elderly wards, General Medical andSurgical wards, Heart Attack clinic and General outpatient clinic.
To provide Dietetic advice to patients and/or carers whilst taking into account their social,emotional, psychological and cultural needs.
To provide nutritional assessment and Dietetic intervention, on an individual basis,incorporating biochemical and pharmacological review; anthropometry; clinical conditionand other physical parameters.
To ensure appropriate treatment, monitoring and review of patients dietary needs,involving other agencies when indicated.
To communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team through attendance at wardrounds; case conferences; discharge planning meetings and team meetings asappropriate.

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a Dietetic service to Medicine for the Elderly wards, General Medical andSurgical wards, Heart Attack clinic and General outpatient clinic.
To provide Dietetic advice to patients and/or carers whilst taking into account their social,emotional, psychological and cultural needs.
To provide nutritional assessment and Dietetic intervention, on an individual basis,incorporating biochemical and pharmacological review; anthropometry; clinical conditionand other physical parameters.
To ensure appropriate treatment, monitoring and review of patients dietary needs,involving other agencies when indicated.
To communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team through attendance at wardrounds; case conferences; discharge planning meetings and team meetings asappropriate.

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent
Current HCPC registration in Dietetics

Experience

Essential

Good clinical knowledge in general Dietetics

Skills

Essential

Good communication skills

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent
Current HCPC registration in Dietetics

Experience

Essential

Good clinical knowledge in general Dietetics

Skills

Essential

Good communication skills

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Colney Lane

Norwich

NR4 7UY

Employer's website

https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Colney Lane

Norwich

NR4 7UY

Employer's website

https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)