Job summary
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS TO APPLY TO JOIN UHBW STAFF BANK/Temporary Staffing Bureau **
We are looking for a Dietetic Support Worker (DSW) to join our bank at UHBW. This is not a training position and so past experience as a band 3 DSW is essential.
This offers a great opportunity for an experienced bank Dietetic Support Worker to undertake flexible working patterns within the nutrition and dietetic service.
Main duties of the job
You could be that person, especially if you are motivated, flexible, have great people skills and a genuine interest in nutrition & health. Much of your time will be spent working at ward level directly with patients, but you will also be involved in more general office based work such as administration, data entry, display preparation and organising supplies of resources.
Therefore you must have a good standard of education in English & Maths and competent computer/IT skills. Excellent communication skills oral & written are essential; as you will be working alongside dietitians, health care professionals & hotel services team helping people/patients from various backgrounds, cultures in a variety of settings.
Please note candidates will be short listed against person specification and will close early is sufficient applications are submitted before closing date.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Please note that this vacancy will stay open for an extended duration but applications will be reviewed and processed as they are submitted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Please note that this vacancy will stay open for an extended duration but applications will be reviewed and processed as they are submitted.
Person Specification
Education & qualification
Essential
- GCSe, grade c/4 or above, equivalent Maths and English
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in food or health related subject
- Basic food hygiene
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skills, spoken and written
- Time management
- Ability to prioritise
- Good IT skills including Microsoft packages
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Ability to work independently
- Self-motivated
- Able to recognise own limitations
Desirable
- Familiarity with computerised administration and ordering systems
Knowledge & experience
Essential
- Ability to work in a variety of situations
- Experience working as a band 3 Dietetic Support Worker
- Experience of working with people, able to demonstrate calm, caring patient manner / attitude
- Experience of team working
- Previous experience in a healthcare or nutrition-related role, demonstrating an awareness of healthcare policies and procedures
Aptitudes
Essential
- Supportive
- Respectful
- Innovative
- Collaborative
Public Sector Language Competency
Essential
- Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard
Person Specification
Education & qualification
Essential
- GCSe, grade c/4 or above, equivalent Maths and English
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in food or health related subject
- Basic food hygiene
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skills, spoken and written
- Time management
- Ability to prioritise
- Good IT skills including Microsoft packages
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Ability to work independently
- Self-motivated
- Able to recognise own limitations
Desirable
- Familiarity with computerised administration and ordering systems
Knowledge & experience
Essential
- Ability to work in a variety of situations
- Experience working as a band 3 Dietetic Support Worker
- Experience of working with people, able to demonstrate calm, caring patient manner / attitude
- Experience of team working
- Previous experience in a healthcare or nutrition-related role, demonstrating an awareness of healthcare policies and procedures
Aptitudes
Essential
- Supportive
- Respectful
- Innovative
- Collaborative
Public Sector Language Competency
Essential
- Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
