Job summary
We have a Part time B6 Community post working for an 'Outstanding' rated Trust!
o Interesting clinical work where you can really see the difference your dietetics advice makes to patients' liveso Varied workload delivering face-to-face appointments in clinics and visits and undertaking virtual clinics remotelyfrom your own homeo Opportunities to deliver patient group educationo Opportunity to develop your role in either gastro and/or diabetes and obesity specialties with our Skills and KnowledgeEnhancement programo Easy access to a wide range of specialist colleagues for supervision and adviceo Regular CPD opportunities in-service and externally to support your developmento Be involved in exciting service quality improvement (QI) projects where your opinions and input will be welcomed andvaluedo Flexible working opportunities to help with work/life balance.o Friendly team and supportive managerso A dynamic, forward-thinking community Dietetics team in an 'Outstanding' rated NHS Trust!
Maybe you're looking for a change or more flexible part-time work has become more of a priority. It might be that you haven't really considered a community Dietitian role before and are considering a change from acute based work. If so,we'd like to challenge you to get in touch and have a go at developing your skills within our community team. We areespecially seeking dietitians interested in developing their skills in the dietetics specialty area of gastroenterology.
Main duties of the job
You will be part of a large and supportive Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics Service in KCHFT working across Kent. ClinicalNutrition and Dietetics currently employs over 50 dietetic staff in four different teams. We also believe that cliniciansshould focus on clinical work and hence we have invested in a very supportive administration team. You will work from home, from your base location at Trinity House, Ashford and will be an essential part of your role todrive to various locations across East Kent to meet clinical service needs.
Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom. If you feel you qualify for sponsorship via a discounted salary threshold, please contact us via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number and how you feel you qualify for a discounted salary threshold.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses.
Job responsibilities
As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net, quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses.
Job responsibilities
As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via kentchft.recruitment@nhs.net, quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Registered Health Care Professional - HCPC
Desirable
- Registered Member of British Dietetics Association (BDA)
Experience
Essential
- Demonstratable post graduate dietetic experience
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
Desirable
- Experience in community dietetics
Specialist knowledge and expertise
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to community dietetics)
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise and organise work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Able to travel (drive) between sites across East Kent and carry equipment such as wheelchair scales
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Registered Health Care Professional - HCPC
Desirable
- Registered Member of British Dietetics Association (BDA)
Experience
Essential
- Demonstratable post graduate dietetic experience
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
Desirable
- Experience in community dietetics
Specialist knowledge and expertise
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to community dietetics)
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise and organise work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Able to travel (drive) between sites across East Kent and carry equipment such as wheelchair scales
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).
