Advanced Dietician - Paediatrics

HCA Healthcare UK; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare provider in London seeks an Advanced Dietitian specializing in paediatrics. In this permanent full-time role, you will manage complex nutritional care and mentor junior staff, ensuring high standards of service development and patient care. Benefit from competitive salary and a comprehensive package including private healthcare and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Group Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and British Dietetic Association (BDA).
• Experience in clinical audits and project evaluation.
• Knowledge of nutritional screening tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage nutritional care of patients, including enteral and parenteral feeding.
• Mentor and supervise junior dietetic staff.
• Contribute to service development and quality projects.

Skills

Registered with the HCPC and BDA

Four years post-registration clinical experience

Minimum of two years experience in paediatric dietetics

Ability to lead service development

Experience in evaluating projects

Education

BSc degree in dietetics (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

Advanced Dietitian - Paediatrics

London: The Portland Hospital

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive dependent upon skills and experience

Posted: 16 Sep 2025 | Closes: 16 Oct 2025

The Portland Hospital is one of six world-class hospitals within HCA, offering the very highest standards of clinical skills and nursing care across a wide range of specialties. It is the only private hospital dedicated to paediatrics and women's health in the UK. Our specialist paediatric, maternity and women’s health units are staffed by experienced consultants and nursing staff, all of whom have access to advanced medical technology and help ensure a positive patient experience for those who visit us.

Within this role there will be an element of service and business development with a solid understanding of the specialist field, to represent and direct high-quality nutritional care, to grow and develop the service line. Working with a high level of independence, the role may include mentoring and supervision of junior members of the dietetic department. Student training, in-service teaching, service development and service promotion would be expected. The postholder should be able to independently manage the nutritional care of patients which may include enteral and parenteral feeding and will deputise for the Lead Dietitian when required.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you'll bring

• Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and British Dietetic Association (BDA).
• Four years post registration clinical experience
• Minimum of two years experience within the field of paediatric dietetics
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) and renewal of clinical skills and knowledge.
• Ability to lead and contribute to service development and quality projects.
• Experience in evaluating projects and conducting clinical audits.
• Knowledge and understanding of nutritional screening tools.

Additional Information

BSc degree in dietetics (or equivalent).

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we are one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. We offer opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as flexible benefits that support health and wellbeing. Benefits may include:

• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), with options to buy or sell leave
• Private Healthcare Insurance
• Private pension contribution
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Discounts with facilities including The Portland
• Flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
• Retail discounts

Diversity and Inclusion: Patients first. Colleagues always. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging and believe healthcare is built on inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and each other.

To apply, you will be considered for the role if you meet the stated requirements. This position is part of our ongoing recruitment process.