Senior Nutritionist - Weight Management Services

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Senior Nutritionist will be responsible for delivering virtual and app-based specialist weight management sessions, Tier 2 weight management sessions, and alternative dietary interventions for clients across different demographics. Additionally, they will contribute to curriculum development around alternative diets, diabetes, menopause, and the review of specialist curriculums.

A key part of this role includes delivering sessions for the central virtual weight management service and providing session cover when needed. There will also be some travel to services and meetings when required.

Furthermore, this role will support project leads in governance-related activities, providing hands on assistance to ensure smooth project execution and increased capacity to meet organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Programme Development

Design, lead, and deliver national virtual and app-based alternative dietary programmes and sessions.

Deliver specialist weight management sessions and Tier 2 weight management sessions delivered remotely.

Innovate and adapt virtual weight management interventions to meet diverse client needs.

Ensure programme delivery is engaging and aligned with national guidelines.

Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance programme integration and accessibility.

Work under the guidance of the Professional Lead and ensure there is a robust evidence base.

Virtual Service Delivery and Support

Deliver live virtual sessions and app based weight management programmes for clients.

Provide session cover for the central virtual weight management service when needed.

Monitor and support client progress through digital platforms, virtual tools, and resources.

Adapt session delivery to suit an online environment, ensuring engagement and effectiveness.

Curriculum Development & Review

Develop and refine curriculum content on alternative diets, diabetes, and menopause.

Lead the review of specialist weight management curriculums, ensuring content is up to date and impactful.

Provide expert input on dietary strategies and digital educational materials.

Governance and Project Support

Support project leads with governance-related tasks, ensuring compliance with best practices.

Assist in project execution by offering additional capacity and actively contributing to key initiatives.

Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of interventions, identifying areas for improvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
• Registered with a professional body e.g., AfN as a Registered Nutritionist RNutr or HCPC as a Registered Dietitian.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in weight management, public health nutrition, or a related area.
• Additional training in behaviour change, motivational interviewing, or digital health coaching.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in specialist weight management services.
• Experience in designing and delivering virtual and app based dietary interventions.
• Experience leading and developing national dietary programmes.
• Experience delivering Tier 2 weight management sessions and specialist weight management sessions.
• Experience developing nutrition-related curriculum content and educational materials.
• Experience in governance and compliance support for weight management services.
• Ability to monitor, evaluate, and report on programme effectiveness.

Desirable

• Experience working in a remote or digital health environment.
• Previous involvement in service innovation or project leadership.
• Experience with app-based nutrition interventions and digital coaching platforms.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Access to reliable internet and technology for remote work.
• Willingness to cover sessions for the central virtual weight management service when required.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for service visits and meetings.
• Passionate about weight management and driving innovation in digital health.
• Self motivated and proactive in leading and delivering national programmes.
• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of the service.

Desirable

• Understanding of digital engagement strategies for health and nutrition services.
• Knowledge of health inequalities and how they impact weight management outcomes.
• Experience in coaching or supporting behaviour change in digital environments.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

ABL Health Ltd

Address

Suite 1, The Willows

Ransom Wood Business Park

Mansfield

Nottinghamshire

NG21 0HJ

Employer's website

https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)