Job summary
Are you interested in a career in the field of eating disorders dietetics? We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Registered Dietitian to join our team of dietitians working within a large specialist mental health and learning disabilities NHS Foundation Trust. This rare and exciting post provides an opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills within the Adult Eating Disorders day service This post will involve working with service users who have been referred to intensive day treatment within the community. The post will involve working in a small team of nutritionists, band 6 and 7 dietitians and various MDT members. The post holder will have the opportunity to participate in policy development, audit, research activities, pathway development, staff and student training.
Main duties of the job
Candidates should be a Registered Dietitian, preferably with some experience/placement exposure of working in a mental health setting, with excellent communication and IT skills. A working knowledge of behaviour change and motivational interviewing would be desirable. Regular clinical supervision with the Specialist Dietitian will be provided and there will be a strong emphasis on Continued Professional Development and post-graduate training.
We can either recruit a Band 6 Specialist Dietitian or a band 5 Graduate Dietitian supporting development to a Band 6 level, dependent on experience. (please refer to both job descriptions attached).
About us
Our Dietetic Team is the largest and most established Specialist Mental Health/LD dietetic team in the UK and has strong links with the British Dietetic Association. We have a robust clinical and management supervision structure and support and promote continued professional training and development.
Some of the benefits for staff working in the Trust include:
- Travel: Free parking, car sharing scheme (via Lift Share), Business Car Lease Scheme, Non Business Use Car Lease Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Staff Wellbeing: Access to Trust gyms, rapid access to an independent counselling service, rapid access to physiotherapy, Occupational Health Services, free flu vaccinations at/near your place of work, dedicated Employee Support Service, Mindfulness Training, access to the Employee Psychology Service and Staff Retreats.
- Rewarding Employment Practices: Staff Compact, career development, Quality Improvement Systems (QIS), ability to purchase additional annual leave, career breaks, flexible working, Investors in People, nursery provision, pre-retirement provision, retirement gift, access to canteens and coffee shops, access to the Chaplaincy Service, staff surveys/experience, staff awards, long service recognition award and gift, Christmas savings club, staff lottery and access to Health Service Discounts.
- Relocation Package: We are able to offer support with relocation costs if you are moving into the area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide a high quality, evidence based up to date nutrition and Dietetic service to adults with eating disorders currently receiving care in our intensive day service setting. The post holder will work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team which includes dietitians, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, specialist eating disorder nursing staff, family and CBT therapists. The service also embraces a culture of service user participation. There may be some expectation to provide Dietetic support to the broader adult eating disorder team and it is vital that the successful candidate is able to maintain key relationships with our partners in Acute Trusts and other important stakeholders.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Additional contact details :- Sarah Cross- Lead Dietician- sarah.cross23@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide a high quality, evidence based up to date nutrition and Dietetic service to adults with eating disorders currently receiving care in our intensive day service setting. The post holder will work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team which includes dietitians, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, specialist eating disorder nursing staff, family and CBT therapists. The service also embraces a culture of service user participation. There may be some expectation to provide Dietetic support to the broader adult eating disorder team and it is vital that the successful candidate is able to maintain key relationships with our partners in Acute Trusts and other important stakeholders.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Additional contact details :- Sarah Cross- Lead Dietician- sarah.cross23@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate professional qualification in Dietetics
- Current relevant registration with specific regulatory body
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) level 7 (SLT =8) for International recruits
Desirable
- Post graduate training in relevant specialist area
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 12 months post qualifying experience of Dietetic delivery /completion of AYSE for social work (post 2012) pre 2012 evidence of experience in accordance with professional capabilities framework for an experienced social worker
Desirable
- Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism
- Experience of working in Multidisciplinary Team (SW essential criteria)
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of managing complex Dietetic cases
- Clinical risk assessment and application in practice
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the needs of service users with mental health conditions or learning disabilities.
- Legal literacy (social work only remove for others)
Desirable
- Knowledge of evidence based practice in designated specialist area
- Post graduate training in specialist area if applicable to post (e.g. dysphagia, autism diagnostics
- Awareness of professional standards and its application to practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate professional qualification in Dietetics
- Current relevant registration with specific regulatory body
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) level 7 (SLT =8) for International recruits
Desirable
- Post graduate training in relevant specialist area
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 12 months post qualifying experience of Dietetic delivery /completion of AYSE for social work (post 2012) pre 2012 evidence of experience in accordance with professional capabilities framework for an experienced social worker
Desirable
- Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism
- Experience of working in Multidisciplinary Team (SW essential criteria)
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of managing complex Dietetic cases
- Clinical risk assessment and application in practice
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the needs of service users with mental health conditions or learning disabilities.
- Legal literacy (social work only remove for others)
Desirable
- Knowledge of evidence based practice in designated specialist area
- Post graduate training in specialist area if applicable to post (e.g. dysphagia, autism diagnostics
- Awareness of professional standards and its application to practice
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
