Oxford Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Dietitian to join our friendly team at the Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit (OSRU). You will be working as part of a dedicated clinical team comprising speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, psychology, medical and nursing staff, offering assessment and therapy to adults who have sustained a stroke. You will be leading the Dietetic provision on OSRU, to provide specialist evidenced based nutrition and dietetic support. working collaboratively with the MDT. Alongside this role, you will be responsible for the supervision of a rotational Band 5 Dietitian working across the other Community Hospitals in Oxfordshire.

Applicants must hold a valid UK driving license and have access to a car or other suitable vehicle.

Main duties of the job

You will be a qualified and HCPC registered Dietitian with current knowledge of assessment and treatment procedures relevant to the client group.

We have a strong emphasis on team working and continuing professional development and we will welcome your involvement in projects, audit, staff training and contributions to service development including ongoing use of telehealth. You will be well supported and encouraged to fulfil your potential through regular supervision, attendance at relevant training courses and ongoing review of self-led yearly objectives. You will have an opportunity to network with Dietitians across the whole stroke pathway of care in Oxfordshire.

You will have regular access to:

  • Clinical supervision
  • Line management
  • Clinical excellence groups
  • Departmental meetings
  • Peer support
  • Specialist clinics such as video-fluoroscopy and voice clinics.

If you are committed to providing high quality patient care and enjoy working in a busy, fast paced environment, please contact us to talk about this fantastic opportunity.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Details

Date posted

18 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CH7325782

Job locations

Abingdon Community Hospital - Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit (OSRU)

Marcham Road

Abingdon

OX14 1AG


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Lead Dietitian is a highly skilled clinician who provides clinical leadership for the Dietetic Team across The Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit (OSRU). The Clinical Lead Dietitian will promote evidence-based practice and will have a high level of clinical expertise in nutrition support and dysphagia. They will lead on training linking to developing staff in this specialist area. They will develop and lead on the dietetic provision for the Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit. They will manage a complex caseload of patients, providing high quality care, which is appropriate, cost effective and efficient.The post holder will be responsible for the management, development and supervision of dietitians within their team, and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. They participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, protocols and guidelines which are relevant to the Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Lead Dietitian is a highly skilled clinician who provides clinical leadership for the Dietetic Team across The Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit (OSRU). The Clinical Lead Dietitian will promote evidence-based practice and will have a high level of clinical expertise in nutrition support and dysphagia. They will lead on training linking to developing staff in this specialist area. They will develop and lead on the dietetic provision for the Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit. They will manage a complex caseload of patients, providing high quality care, which is appropriate, cost effective and efficient.The post holder will be responsible for the management, development and supervision of dietitians within their team, and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. They participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, protocols and guidelines which are relevant to the Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Previous specialist experience in nutrition support and dysphagia management at Band 6/7
  • Current experience of working with 'MUST' (or similar nutrition screening tools)
  • Complex caseload management including experience of capacity assessments for non-oral feeding

Desirable

  • An understanding of the key physical health issues related to health inequalities.

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Nutrition / Dietetics degree or post graduate diploma or equivalent.
  • Registration with HCPC.

Desirable

  • Member of the BDA virtual stroke group

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience of providing dietetic input in an inpatient setting.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desirable

  • Experience of working in community or primary care
Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Previous specialist experience in nutrition support and dysphagia management at Band 6/7
  • Current experience of working with 'MUST' (or similar nutrition screening tools)
  • Complex caseload management including experience of capacity assessments for non-oral feeding

Desirable

  • An understanding of the key physical health issues related to health inequalities.

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Nutrition / Dietetics degree or post graduate diploma or equivalent.
  • Registration with HCPC.

Desirable

  • Member of the BDA virtual stroke group

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience of providing dietetic input in an inpatient setting.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desirable

  • Experience of working in community or primary care

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.

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

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.

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Abingdon Community Hospital - Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit (OSRU)

Marcham Road

Abingdon

OX14 1AG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Abingdon Community Hospital - Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit (OSRU)

Marcham Road

Abingdon

OX14 1AG


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

AHP Lead Community Hospitals

Rebecca Holder

rebecca.holder@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

07823327206

Details

Date posted

18 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CH7325782

Job locations

Abingdon Community Hospital - Oxfordshire Stroke Rehabilitation Unit (OSRU)

Marcham Road

Abingdon

OX14 1AG


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