Band 6 Specialist Paediatric Dietitian

NHS; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for an experienced Dietitian to join their team at Yeovil District Hospital. The ideal candidate will work closely with children, providing essential dietary support for peadiatric patients with diabetes and other conditions. This full-time role offers flexibility alongside a supportive team environment focused on continuous development and patient care.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical dietetics and working with diverse populations.
• Acute hospital experience preferred.
• Experience in Paediatrics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage dietary needs of paediatric patients including diabetes.
• Attend multidisciplinary team meetings and clinics.
• Support in educating patients and families.

Skills

Paediatric Dietetics

Excellent verbal communication

Teamwork

Planning and prioritising

Education

Paediatric Course

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Dietitian to join our progressive and friendly team at Yeovil District Hospital on a permanent basis.

Our supportive team is experienced, highly regarded, integral members of the wider multidisciplinary paediatric teams, providing both inpatient and outpatient services.

You will need to be passionate about working with children. This would be an excellent role for a Dietitian who already has some experience in diabetes and/or Paediatrics and wishes to expand their skills. Alternatively, this could be an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Dietitian, with good transferable skills, who wishes to develop their experience in Paediatrics. Training and support will be provided once you are in post.

We are looking for a candidate who can work on a fulltime basis but we understand work life balance is extremely important and support flexible working. We warmly welcome informal discussions prior to applying - please contact us: 01935 384688/ 01935 384250

Main duties of the job

As a Paediatric Dietitian you will see general patients on the ward to include patients with eating disorders and SCBU. You would also see patients with diabetes and their families on the ward during any admissions (including new diagnosis, emergencies, planned stabilisation). You will also attend 3 monthly consultant-led MDT clinics across the area, be present at enhanced care MDT clinics, at education sessions and at home/school visits as required.

At Yeovil District Hospital we have a 23 bed inpatient ward, a 8 cot Special Care baby unit (SCBU) and we provide Paediatric outpatient clinics which are run as a mixture of face to face, video (Attend Anywhere) and telephone, both at Yeovil District Hospital and also across the county.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for further information about the role and the personal requirements and specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Paediatric Course

Experience

• Varied registration experience in clinical dietetics
• Acute hospital experience
• Paediatric experience
• Experience of MUST / STAMP

Additional Criteria

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to plan and prioritise

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.