Community Dietitian - Nutrition & Dietetics

NHS National Services Scotland; Paisley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde invites applications for a Community Dietitian to provide high-quality, evidence-based dietetic care to adults in the South Clyde area, including a learning disability caseload. The role covers diverse community settings and works with multidisciplinary teams to support person-centred nutrition across the lifespan.

Permanent position at Ferguslie Clinic, Paisley, 36 hours across 5 days.

Qualifications

• BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent qualification.
• Current HCPC registration confirmed.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver an evidence-based dietetic service aligned to priorities.
• Provide specialist nutritional assessment and intervention across lifespan.
• Supervise and mentor student dietitians and support staff.
• Deliver education and training to healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to local health improvement and Service development.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Education and training

Education

BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics

Current HCPC registration

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the friendly, supportive and forward-thinking South Clyde Community Dietetic Service within NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based dietetic care to adults across the lifespan within the community setting, alongside a small specialist caseload of individuals with diagnosed learning disabilities. The postholder will work across the South Clyde Quadrant, supporting the general community dietetic service in Renfrewshire and delivering specialist learning disability dietetic services within Inverclyde. Services are provided in a variety of settings including patients' own homes, supported accommodation, resource centres and community clinics. The role involves close multidisciplinary working with medical, nursing and allied health professional colleagues to deliver person-centred care.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent

Ferguslie Clinic, Room G27, Ground Floor, 76 Blackstoun Road, Paisley, PA3 1NR

36 Hours - 5 days over 7 days

Key responsibilities:

The postholder will be responsible for planning and delivering an evidence-based dietetic service in line with national and local priorities. They will provide specialist nutritional assessment and intervention for referred patients across the lifespan, including individuals with learning disabilities, their carers and support staff. The role includes working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to support patients with complex nutritional needs, supervising and mentoring student dietitians, dietetic assistants/support workers and administrative staff, and delivering education and training to healthcare professionals on a range of nutrition-related topics. The successful candidate will also contribute to local health improvement initiatives and support the ongoing development of the Nutrition and Dietetic Service.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics (or equivalent qualification)
• Current HCPC registration
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to delivering person-centred and inclusive care
• Experience of delivering evidence-based dietetic practice
• Ability to provide education, training and supervision to staff and students

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

For an informal discussion, please contact: Lynn Yates, Community Dietic Team Lead, 07917558715, [e-mail]

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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