227890 Dietitian (AP)

NHS National Services Scotland; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Band 5 Dietitian to join their pediatric team at the Royal Hospital for Children & Young People in Edinburgh. This permanent role offers the chance to develop paediatric dietetic skills while contributing to both inpatient and outpatient care. Candidates must have a degree in Dietetics and be members of the PVG Scheme. The position emphasizes training and development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Required to demonstrate relevant permission to work in the UK.
• Must be a member of the PVG Scheme before starting.
• Experience participating in clinical training and internship support.

Responsibilities

• Work across both inpatient and outpatient clinics.
• Participate in student training and provide support to the department.
• Engage in training, development, and annual appraisals.

Skills

Paediatric dietetic skills

Team collaboration

Clinical governance

Education

Degree in Dietetics

PVG Scheme membership

Job description

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

The Royal Hospital For Children & Young People, Edinburgh

Role details

Band 5 Dietitian – Paediatrics (RHCYP/CAMHS)

1.0WTE – Permanent

The Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, Edinburgh is a tertiary teaching hospital, providing services to Lothian and across Scotland. The dietetic service at RHCYP supports all clinical specialities, including local, regional and national services.

An opportunity has arisen for a band 5 dietitian to join our team. This post will provide a space to develop and consolidate your paediatric dietetic skills, working across a range of clinical areas and specialities.

Responsibilities

• You would work across the care continuum, including both inpatients and outpatient clinics.
• You would be expected to participate in student training (A, B & C placements) and provide support to the wider department as required.
• You would be involved in training and development, CPD and clinical governance with annual appraisals, peer support and training opportunities.
• You would be welcomed by a friendly and supportive team of 33 dietitians and support staff.

Support and team

You would be welcomed by a friendly and supportive team of 33 dietitians and support staff.

Requirements and checks

• To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country.
• This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service.
• The post requires PVG Scheme membership/record. If not currently a PVG member for the required regulatory group, an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before starting.
• From 1 April 2025, there may be changes to the level of criminal records check required. If the post is assessed as a “regulated role”, appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Details on changes will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more information, see the note on Disclosure Scotland Changes (no link provided).

Contact and further information

For any enquiries please contact Michael McLean, Lead Paediatric Dietitian, at 0787 241 5411 or [e-mail].

Equality and accessibility

NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and providing reasonable adjustments in recruitment to support disabled candidates, those with long-term conditions or neurodivergence.