Job summary
Are you interested in nutrition and hydration and the impact on patients care during a cancer diagnosis? Do you want to work for an outstanding organisation that is truly passionate about developing your career?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly-motivated Dietetic assistant to join our friendly, supportive and innovative OG dietetic team based in the dietetic department at Salford Care Organisation, Part of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust.
Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship.
Main duties of the job
o To assist the Dietetic service delivery by providing full support in conducting snack rounds and undertaking assessments on the ward as allocated by clinical staff.o To order provisions, consumables, materials and equipment needed within the Dietetic service.o To carry out any appropriate administrative and clerical duties for the Oesophago-gastric (OG) Dietetic service.o Offer supportive clinical advice to patients and carers in line with Dietetic treatment plans.o Undertake the ordering of oral nutritional samples as outlined by the clinical staff and then the onward requirement and ordering of these products.o Contribute to the development of administrative and clerical procedures within OG dietetics and the wider Dietetic team as required.o Lead on administrative and clerical duties linked to the One-stop Oesophago-gastric clinic.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Learn more about us in ourCandidate Information Pack (opens in existing window)
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Changes to the UK immigration policy introduced on the 9th April 2025, increased the minimum salary threshold for certificates of sponsorship applications for Health and Care Worker Visa from £23,200 (£11.90 per hour) to £25,000 (£12.82 per hour). For further information on the Health and Care Worker visa, please visit the Home Office website.
As per Agenda for Change, if you are new to the NHS your starting salary would be £24,937 (minimum Band 3 salary point from 1st April 2025 in line with National Living Wage requirements). This salary point is below the new minimum threshold, and therefore not eligible for sponsorship. For further information please check the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook on the NHS Employers website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Changes to the UK immigration policy introduced on the 9th April 2025, increased the minimum salary threshold for certificates of sponsorship applications for Health and Care Worker Visa from £23,200 (£11.90 per hour) to £25,000 (£12.82 per hour). For further information on the Health and Care Worker visa, please visit the Home Office website.
As per Agenda for Change, if you are new to the NHS your starting salary would be £24,937 (minimum Band 3 salary point from 1st April 2025 in line with National Living Wage requirements). This salary point is below the new minimum threshold, and therefore not eligible for sponsorship. For further information please check the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook on the NHS Employers website.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or ability to demonstrate relevant prior experience to an equivalent level
- 2 GCSEs in English and Maths
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in working within healthcare environment
- To have an interest in nutrition and the role in clinical patient care
Desirable
- To demonstrate an understanding of other AHP services
Skills
Essential
- flexible and adaptable & manage self/own workload
- Computer / IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Previous experience in working within healthcare environment
- work in a pressured intensive environment
Desirable
- Ability to utilise problem solving and reasoning skills
- Ability to use PAS and choose and book systems.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or ability to demonstrate relevant prior experience to an equivalent level
- 2 GCSEs in English and Maths
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in working within healthcare environment
- To have an interest in nutrition and the role in clinical patient care
Desirable
- To demonstrate an understanding of other AHP services
Skills
Essential
- flexible and adaptable & manage self/own workload
- Computer / IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Previous experience in working within healthcare environment
- work in a pressured intensive environment
Desirable
- Ability to utilise problem solving and reasoning skills
- Ability to use PAS and choose and book systems.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).