Cystic Fibrosis Specialist Dietitian

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading London healthcare provider is seeking a Cystic Fibrosis Specialist Dietitian to join their dedicated team. This part-time permanent role entails managing dietetic care for adult cystic fibrosis patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The successful candidate will work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment, focusing on advanced dietary needs. A strong educational background including HCPC registration and experience with CF patients is essential. Competitive salary offered is £56,276 to £63,176 per year, pro rata inclusive of HCAS.

Qualifications

• Considerable post graduate dietetic experience in the hospital setting.
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
• Ability to identify and lead on service change.

Responsibilities

• Provide dietetic management for all adult patients with cystic fibrosis.
• Deliver comprehensive dietetic service across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Conduct home visits across the region.

Skills

HCPC Registered

Experience with Cystic Fibrosis patients

Effective communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Member of the British Dietetic Association

Job description

Go back King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Cystic Fibrosis Specialist Dietitian

The closing date is 12 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Dietitian to join our team of over 65 staff at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. King's has a rich history in science and nutrition, with pioneers such as Elsie Widdowson and Robert McCance meeting here in the 1930s, and the British Diabetes Association founded on our Denmark Hill site.

Our Nutrition & Dietetic Department spans three sites: Denmark Hill, Princess Royal University Hospital, and Orpington Hospital. We lead in specialist areas including cystic fibrosis, critical care, gastroenterology, paediatrics, hepatology, diabetes, renal, complex obesity, and neurosciences. As part of a large Therapy department of over 300 professionals, we work within a supportive structure led by the Head of Department and Chief of Therapies. We place strong emphasis on professional development, ensuring staff can reach their full potential.

We are seeking an experienced Dietitian to join our Adult Cystic Fibrosis team in a substantive role. You will provide dedicated dietetic support to adults with CF, working under the guidance of the Clinical Lead Specialist and alongside an established team, including a Band 8a and full-time Band 7 Dietitian, to further enhance services for this specialist group.

Main duties of the job

This role offers the opportunity to develop skills across specialist areas including Diabetes, Gastroenterology, Liver, and weight management. Our collaborative MDTs provide a supportive environment where you will gain invaluable dietetic experience in a dynamic setting.

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of four London-based CF Centres, delivering specialist care to around 300 adolescent and adult patients across London and the South East.

The post holder will work autonomously within a consultant‑led CF MDT, delivering dietetic care to inpatients and outpatients (face‑to‑face and virtual). You will manage nutritional care for all CF patients, contribute to service development, and provide expert advice to patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Key responsibilities include home‑care support, MDT research participation, liaison with other specialist teams, and active involvement in clinical and service meetings. You will be encouraged to lead quality improvement and service development projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with the MDT to provide expert Nutrition and Dietetic care and play an integral role in our large, supportive team. All staff are expected to contribute to teaching healthcare professionals, supporting our mission to deliver excellence in clinical care, research, and education within King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust‑wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person‑centred, digitally‑enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

The Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Specialist Dietitian will work autonomously within a consultant‑led service, taking responsibility for the dietetic management of all adult patients with cystic fibrosis. This includes delivering a comprehensive dietetic service across both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Lead the ongoing development of a highly specialist dietetic service for adults with cystic fibrosis, providing expert advice and guidance to other healthcare professionals. This will involve active participation in meetings and engagement with national and local strategic service planning groups.

Establish and maintain effective links with local services to ensure integrated care.

Conduct home visits across the region, working independently and collaboratively with CF practitioners, specialist nurses, physiotherapists, and psychologists during joint consultations.

Contribute to dietetic and multidisciplinary research and audit activities to support evidence-based practice and service improvement.

Develop advanced expertise in managing complex CF‑related comorbidities and liaise closely with relevant specialist teams, including Diabetes, Gastroenterology, and Liver services.

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Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

• HCPC Registered
• Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) or other body conferring professional indemnity insurance.

Knowledge and Experience

• Considerable post graduate dietetic experience in the hospital setting
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working
• Ability to work as part of a team, identifying and leading on service change
• Experience with Cystic Fibrosis patients

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.

Address

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Salary

£56,276 to £63,176 a year, pro rata inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part‑time

Reference number

213‑Division‑A‑7667007‑A

Job locations

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust