Job summary
We have
an exciting opportunity for a Paediatric Dietitian to join the Therapy
Department at Princess Alexandra Hospital. You will work as part of a team of
paediatric dietitians to provide a comprehensive dietetic service across the
Trust, including the childrens ward, regular outpatient clinics, and the home
enteral feeding service. You will be responsible for assessing and managing the
nutritional needs of paediatric inpatients, supporting families with dietary
advice, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure safe,
evidence-based care. You will also manage aspects of the childrens ward and
contribute to the neonatal unit, working closely with the paediatric team lead
to deliver high-quality, patient-centered nutrition support.
Main duties of the job
As a
Paediatric Dietitian, you will cover regular outpatient clinics, reviewing
referrals from a variety of specialties as well as the local Child Development
Centre, which may include children with neuro-disabilities such as cerebral
palsy or social and communication disorders such as autism. You will review and
adjust home enteral feeding plans, coordinating with the community nursing team
to ensure appropriate feeding equipment and support. You will also educate and
train healthcare professionals to provide evidence-based nutritional advice and
contribute to the training and supervision of dietetic students from the
University of Hertfordshire, supporting the development of future dietitians
within the department.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave
Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want
Job description
Job responsibilities
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To develop and maintain advanced clinical knowledge and practice, ensuring
dietetic interventions are evidence-based and in line with Trust and BDA
guidelines. You will actively keep up to date with advances in paediatric
nutrition and contribute to professional clinical groups, CPD activities, and
reflective practice.
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To evaluate and improve the quality of your dietetic practice, using
audits, service reviews, and research to enhance patient care. You will analyse
outcomes, implement improvements, and ensure that all interventions meet
national and local standards.
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To maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation in line with legal,
regulatory, and departmental requirements. You will manage confidential patient
information responsibly, communicate findings to colleagues, and ensure data
integrity in all systems used for patient records or service audits.
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To provide specialist education, training, and mentorship to colleagues,
lower-grade staff, and dietetic students. You will contribute to developing
training materials, support professional growth of the team, and guide others
in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
-
To contribute to the development and review of departmental policies,
procedures, and clinical guidelines, ensuring they are up-to-date,
evidence-based, and aligned with Trust priorities. You will collaborate with
other health professionals for their implementation and continuous improvement.
-
To act autonomously and manage professional accountability for all aspects
of your work. You will oversee clinical risk management within your
responsibilities, organise work efficiently, and ensure safe, high-quality
patient care across your caseload.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
To develop and maintain advanced clinical knowledge and practice, ensuring
dietetic interventions are evidence-based and in line with Trust and BDA
guidelines. You will actively keep up to date with advances in paediatric
nutrition and contribute to professional clinical groups, CPD activities, and
reflective practice.
-
To evaluate and improve the quality of your dietetic practice, using
audits, service reviews, and research to enhance patient care. You will analyse
outcomes, implement improvements, and ensure that all interventions meet
national and local standards.
-
To maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation in line with legal,
regulatory, and departmental requirements. You will manage confidential patient
information responsibly, communicate findings to colleagues, and ensure data
integrity in all systems used for patient records or service audits.
-
To provide specialist education, training, and mentorship to colleagues,
lower-grade staff, and dietetic students. You will contribute to developing
training materials, support professional growth of the team, and guide others
in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
-
To contribute to the development and review of departmental policies,
procedures, and clinical guidelines, ensuring they are up-to-date,
evidence-based, and aligned with Trust priorities. You will collaborate with
other health professionals for their implementation and continuous improvement.
-
To act autonomously and manage professional accountability for all aspects
of your work. You will oversee clinical risk management within your
responsibilities, organise work efficiently, and ensure safe, high-quality
patient care across your caseload.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent.
- HCPC-registered Dietitian.
- Evidence of post-registration training and CPD.
- Paediatric experience in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Committed to ongoing professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent.
- HCPC-registered Dietitian.
- Evidence of post-registration training and CPD.
- Paediatric experience in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Committed to ongoing professional development.
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).
