Band 5/6 Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dorchester is looking for a full-time Band 5/6 Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian. In this role, you will empower children and families through evidence-based diabetes education. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, be a registered dietitian with HCPC, and possess strong clinical dietetic experience, especially in paediatrics or diabetes. There are opportunities for professional development within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics required.
• HCPC registered dietitian status essential.
• Good clinical dietetic experience, especially in pediatrics or diabetes.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based dietetic care for children with diabetes.
• Support training of junior staff and students.
• Work collaboratively with the paediatric diabetes team.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Time-management skills

Mentoring abilities

Knowledge of NHS systems

Advanced clinical reasoning

Education

Degree/Postgraduate qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics

Current registered dietitian status with HCPC

Clinical supervisory skills course

Tools

Microsoft Office

NHS computer systems

Job description

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Band 5/6 Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian

The closing date is 04 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the children's diabetes team for a full‑time band 5/6 paediatric diabetes dietitian.

We are seeking a highly motivated dietitian eager to develop a career in childhood and adolescent diabetes. The team is multidisciplinary and based at Dorset County Hospital, comprising 2 administrative staff, 1 health‑care assistant, 4 diabetes specialist nurses, 1 full‑time band 7 lead diabetes specialist dietitian, 1 clinical psychologist, 1 assistant psychologist, and paediatric diabetes consultants. The majority of children we support have type 1 diabetes, many using hybrid closed‑loop (HCL) systems.

The role involves empowering and delivering evidence‑based diabetes education to children and families via MDT clinics, pre‑pump dietitian reviews, HCL start sessions, annual dietetic reviews, and support at diagnosis and during hospital admissions.

For the right candidate we would consider a band 5/6 development role aiming for band 6 within 12–18 months, subject to successful completion of an approved paediatric diabetes MSc‑level module.

Main duties of the job

Work as part of the Dorset County Hospital Paediatric Dietetic and Diabetes teams to provide an efficient and effective, evidence‑based dietetic service for a complex caseload of children and young people with diabetes (CYPD).

• Be a source of clinical expertise to the paediatric diabetes multi‑disciplinary team.
• Provide dietetic care for CYPD, primarily those with type 1, in a variety of settings in the West Dorset locality.
• Provide specialised assessment, treatment and support of patients with co‑existing medical conditions requiring additional dietary manipulation.
• Train other healthcare professionals, school and nursery staff, and other care providers as part of the paediatric diabetes multi‑disciplinary team.
• Support junior team members and student dietitians.
• Receive regular reviews and support from the line manager to develop your skills, with encouragement for CPD and opportunities for participation in Dorset‑wide and departmental CPD sessions.

About us

We pride ourselves on the high quality, compassionate services we provide and on creating a fair, inclusive environment for staff. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

We encourage the use of AI tools in application preparation but require all submissions to be truthful and reflect your genuine experience and suitability for this role.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role may be available for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

Job responsibilities

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We look for staff who embody the Trust values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about delivering the best patient care. Previous applicants need not apply.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

• Degree/Postgraduate qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Current registered dietitian status with HCPC
• Clinical supervisory skills course
• Basic training in communication and behaviour change
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Teaching qualification or experience delivering education to groups
• Counselling skills training/course
• Basic management training/experience

Knowledge & Experience

• Suggested minimum of 18 months post registration & experience
• Wide ranging clinical dietetic experience, including paediatrics or diabetes
• Extensive experience working as part of a multi‑professional team
• Knowledge of the BDA and HCPC standards that govern dietetics
• Experience of working at band 6 level
• Experience in training other healthcare professionals
• Knowledge of child development
• Experience of working with children and young people
• Experience of writing policy/guidelines
• Experience of conducting audit or research
• Experience with managing or supervising staff
• Experience of student training
• Sound clinical knowledge relating to paediatrics and/or diabetes

Skills & Abilities

• Able to implement the BDA Nutritional Care Process
• Competent written communication skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work alone and as part of the multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of excellent time‑management skills; flexibility, ability to prioritise work, use initiative to complete projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Evidence of ability to act as a mentor to student dietitians and provide clinical support/line manage junior staff
• Understanding of confidentiality in dietetic practice
• A working knowledge of Microsoft and NHS computer systems, including technology for delivering virtual services
• Understanding of audit and research in dietetic practice
• Able to travel to community settings for outreach work
• Evidence of ability to influence others both within and outside the profession
• Good teaching and presentation skills
• Advanced clinical reasoning
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to process complex information or situations
• Car owner/driver
• Knowledge of safeguarding
• Understanding of clinical governance as it relates to dietetic practice
• Evidence of initiative while recognising limits

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust