Job summary
Are you interested in developing your skills as a Dietetic Assistant?Whether you are starting out in your career, returning to the workforce or looking for a change in direction; if you have an interest in nutrition and a passion for helping people, this is the job for you!
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual who is interested in working in the hospital environment to ensure that our patients receive the best possible nutritional care. You will be welcomed into our friendly dietetic department and well supported by a dedicated clinical supervisor. You will have additional peer support from dietetic assistants working in our acute and rehab dietetic team at Manchester Royal Infirmary and at different hospital sites across Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for reviewing nutritional care plans for adult renal patients at Manchester Royal Infirmary. The role will involve communicating with members of the wider multidisciplinary team including doctors, nurses, allied health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists), pharmacists and the catering department.
There will be opportunities to contribute to patient education and staff training sessions. You will have a key role in delivering health promotion campaigns such as Dietitians Week, AHP (allied health professional) week, and Nutrition and Hydration week. You will support the dietitians and have responsibility for some administrative tasks to ensure the smooth and effective running of the department.
Although previous experience in health and care is not required it is favourable. We welcome people who are well organised, flexible, who have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and work well as part of a team.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Educational qualifications / state registrations
Essential
- The UK's Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) level 2 qualifications including Maths and English or; RQF level 3 qualification such as a Technical Level - or working towards this.
Desirable
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
- Registered member of the British Dietetic Association (associate/ affiliate/ alliance)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Understand the role of the dietitian.
- Interest of nutrition and health care.
- Previous experience working and communicating with the public
- Basic knowledge of some conditions that could impact nutrition and hydration in adults, relevant to the role.
- Good working knowledge of IT e.g., Microsoft word, power point, e-mail, and internet.
- Work experience in a healthcare setting such as through work experience or volunteering.
Desirable
- Work experience in a healthcare setting with nutritional related tasks
Clinical Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good organisational / planning / prioritisation skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Reliable and capable of working with confidential information.
- Commitment to ongoing continuous development, personal development, and appraisal.
- Able to adapt to working in different specialities and different environments e.g., hospital wards, outpatients.
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Participation in health promotion
Person Specification
Educational qualifications / state registrations
Essential
- The UK's Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) level 2 qualifications including Maths and English or; RQF level 3 qualification such as a Technical Level - or working towards this.
Desirable
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
- Registered member of the British Dietetic Association (associate/ affiliate/ alliance)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Understand the role of the dietitian.
- Interest of nutrition and health care.
- Previous experience working and communicating with the public
- Basic knowledge of some conditions that could impact nutrition and hydration in adults, relevant to the role.
- Good working knowledge of IT e.g., Microsoft word, power point, e-mail, and internet.
- Work experience in a healthcare setting such as through work experience or volunteering.
Desirable
- Work experience in a healthcare setting with nutritional related tasks
Clinical Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good organisational / planning / prioritisation skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Reliable and capable of working with confidential information.
- Commitment to ongoing continuous development, personal development, and appraisal.
- Able to adapt to working in different specialities and different environments e.g., hospital wards, outpatients.
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Participation in health promotion
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.
