Community Dietitian

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization is seeking a Community Dietitian to provide dietetic assessments and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams. The role requires excellent communication skills and a commitment to professional development. Candidates should hold a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics and be HCPC registered. The position offers a salary of £31,049 to £37,796 pro rata, plus a High-Cost Area Supplement.

Benefits

High-Cost Area Supplement

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Placement experience in community/acute/outpatient setting.
• Evidence of dietetic management of various clinical conditions.
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide dietetic assessment and treatment for adults in Havering.
• Work collaboratively with dietitians and teams to improve care.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and professionalism in dealing with patients.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Familiarity with anthropometric measures

Time management

Education

BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent

Registered with HCPC

Member of the British Dietetic Association

Job description

Overview

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust - Community Dietitian role. Location: Barking, Dagenham, Havering, and Redbridge. Closing date: 22 September 2025.

Job Opportunity: Band 5 Community Dietitian

Nutrition and Dietetics Team - NELFT (North East London Foundation Trust)

NELFT's Barking, Dagenham, Havering, and Redbridge Nutrition and Dietetics team invites applications for a Band 5 Community Dietitian to join the Redbridge team. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and confident professional to contribute to our growing team and deliver excellent care across the mentioned localities.

Join our team and be part of an organization dedicated to excellence in patient care

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Dietetics Assessment and Treatment: Provide dietetic assessment and treatment for adults residing in Havering with support from the Barking, Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge team.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with dietitians and multi-disciplinary teams to improve nutritional care for patients across Havering, with support to Barking, Dagenham and Redbridge teams.
• Patient-Centered Care: Demonstrate sensitivity, non-judgment, and professionalism in dealing with patients; provide advice in a considerate manner.
• Professional Development: Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and training opportunities.
• Communication and Time Management: Possess excellent communication and time management skills to coordinate tasks with patients, carers, and fellow health professionals.
• Line Management and Training: Contribute to student training and the development of other team members.
• Flexibility: Able to travel across the three boroughs - Barking, Dagenham, Redbridge, and Havering as required.

About us

Probationary Period: This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff.

Starting with NELFT: NELFT places a great deal of importance on welcoming and inducting new starters. All new starters join on the first Monday of each month and undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks, including mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. Induction is held at the Trust head office in Rainham, Essex.

High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London: This post attracts a High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum £4,714; maximum £5,941).

Job responsibilities

Detailed Job Description and Main responsibilities: Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at Northeast London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application. We welcome your application even if you do not meet all criteria; any development needs can be discussed at the interview stage.

References

Please ensure references are from your most recent employer and that one is your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. Provide professional email addresses; references are requested after offer is made. Note any gaps in employment. All applications via the NHS Jobs/TRAC system. Some emails may go to spam; please check regularly.

Use of AI

Applications should be written by the applicant. If AI is used, the application may be rejected as this document is part of the assessment process. Support may be sought for declared disabilities.

Person Specification

Experience

• Placement experience in a community/acute/outpatient setting
• Evidence of dietetic management of a wide variety of clinical conditions
• Experience in enteral feeding and nutritional support
• Experience working with a multi- and transdisciplinary team
• Ability to set priorities and manage own time
• Experience delivering training for health care professionals
• Experience of working in a community setting

Qualifications

• BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent
• Registered with HCPC
• Member of the British Dietetic Association

Knowledge

• Awareness of NHS priorities
• Knowledge of clinical governance and quality
• Evidence of CPD activities relevant to community dietetics

Skills

• Familiarity with anthropometric measures and the MUST screening tool
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Involvement in audit, research and development
• Experience providing support to junior staff & student training

Other

• Ability to travel efficiently throughout the area

Demonstration of Trust Values

• We are kind
• We are respectful
• We work together with our communities

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.

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa pro rata (plus HCAS)