Band 6 Paediatric Dysphagia Dietitian - Exeter - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time stability

Flexible working hours

Professional development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel Limited is seeking a Band 6 Paediatric Dysphagia Dietitian for an ongoing, full-time locum in Exeter, Devon. You will manage a paediatric caseload, conduct nutritional assessments, and develop personalised care plans for infants and children.

You will work within multidisciplinary teams across community and acute settings, provide family education, monitor outcomes, and support enteral feeding. HCPC registration and paediatric dysphagia expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and eligibility to practise paediatric dietetics.
• Proficiency in paediatric dietetics, especially with dysphagia cases.
• Experience managing a paediatric caseload with strong organisational skills.
• Experience in community and acute paediatric dietetics.
• Enteral feeding experience and knowledge.
• Experience in audit and service development work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse paediatric dietetic caseload covering a wide range of needs and complexities.
• Undertake comprehensive nutritional assessments for infants, children, and young people.
• Develop and implement personalised nutritional care plans to support optimal health outcomes for paediatric patients.
• Provide tailored dietary advice and education to families and carers, empowering them to support their child’s nutritional needs.
• Monitor and evaluate nutritional interventions to ensure effective and measurable outcomes.
• Work collaboratively as part of multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.
• Support enteral feeding management where required, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation.
• Participate actively in service development and quality improvement activities to enhance dietetic services.

Skills

HCPC registration

Paediatric Dietetics

Dysphagia

Enteral feeding

Audit and service development

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title:

Band 6 Paediatric Dysphagia Dietitian

Salary:

Up to £26.00 per hour

Type:

Full-time, Ongoing

Opportunity for Band 6 Paediatric Dysphagia Dietitian in Dietetics – Exeter, Devon

Salary: Up to £26.00 per hour

Full-time

Ongoing

Embark on an exciting professional journey as a Band 6 Paediatric Dysphagia Dietitian within the dynamic field of Dietetics, based in the vibrant city of Exeter, Devon. With a competitive rate of up to £26.00 per hour, this ongoing full-time locum position offers a fantastic chance to apply your expertise while gaining new experiences in both community and acute paediatric settings. Unleash your skills and make a meaningful impact on children’s lives!

Perks and benefits

• Full-time: This role provides the stability and consistency of a full-time position.


• Flexible working hours: Enhance your work-life balance with flexible scheduling options that suit your lifestyle.


• Professional development: Continue honing your skills with opportunities for ongoing training and development.


• Travel opportunities: Explore different parts of Exeter and Devon as you deliver services across various settings.

What you will do

• Manage a diverse paediatric dietetic caseload covering a wide range of needs and complexities.


• Undertake comprehensive nutritional assessments for infants, children, and young people.


• Develop and implement personalised nutritional care plans to support optimal health outcomes for paediatric patients.


• Provide tailored dietary advice and education to families and carers, empowering them to support their child’s nutritional needs.


• Monitor and evaluate nutritional interventions to ensure effective and measurable outcomes.


• Work collaboratively as part of multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.


• Support enteral feeding management where required, ensuring best practices are followed.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation.


• Participate actively in service development and quality improvement activities to enhance dietetic services.

Requirements

• HCPC registration


• Proficiency in Paediatric Dietetics, particularly with dysphagia cases


• Experience managing a paediatric caseload with strong organisational skills


• Proficiency in undertaking nutritional assessments and developing care plans


• Capacity to work independently while showcasing excellent communication skills


• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams


• Experience in Community and Acute Paediatric Dietetics


• Enteral feeding experience


• Previous involvement in audit and service development

Exeter is more than just a place to work; it’s a thriving community where history and modernity meet, set against the backdrop of beautiful Devon landscapes. Enjoy a work-life balance that includes vibrant cultural scenes, charming architecture, and a wealth of outdoor activities ranging from coastal strolls to moorland adventures. Exeter offers a lifestyle that supports both your professional and personal growth; it’s truly a fantastic place to live and work!