Dietetic Support Worker

NHS National Services Scotland; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a passionate Support Worker to join their dynamic team in Fife. This role focuses on nutrition and weight management, particularly for individuals with type 2 diabetes. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in supporting behavior changes and diet modifications. Join a team that values communication and collaboration, providing essential dietetic care to a diverse population. If you are eager to make a difference in people's lives and thrive in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Family-Friendly Policies

Training and Development Opportunities

Support for Candidates with Disabilities

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others with health goals and diet.
• Experience in supporting individuals with diet and behavior changes.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in achieving their health and nutrition goals.
• Assist in the delivery of dietetic care in community and hospital settings.

Skills

Communication Skills

Administrative Experience

Nutrition Knowledge

Behavior Change Support

Education

Relevant Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

Undergraduate Dietetic Placement

Tools

IT Skills

Social Media Management

Job description

Support Worker in Fife

We are seeking a Support Worker to join our team in Fife. If you are passionate about helping others achieve their health goals, we would love to hear from you.

Join our friendly and dynamic team as a Dietetic Support Worker within the Diabetes & Weight Management team. This role is ideal for individuals interested in nutrition, weight management, and type 2 diabetes. You will have opportunities to develop skills in supporting individuals with diet and behaviour changes. Excellent communication skills and administrative experience are essential.

The Nutrition & Clinical Dietetic Service

This service covers Fife and provides a range of Dietetic Care to children and adults in community and hospital settings. It is organized into clinical teams including Acute, Diabetes & Weight Management, Mental Health & Learning Disabilities, Nutritional Support, Older People, and Infant Nutrition & Paediatrics. The service also includes specialist Dietitians in Health Promotion, Food & Health Teams, and non-prescribing Dietitians working with oral nutritional supplements.

The Dietetic Service offers placements for undergraduate and graduate Dietetic students, involving staff in program delivery and organization. New graduates participate in a rotation across various teams to support their development. The service provides regular training, and has good administrative, IT, social media, and online resources.

Interested in this role?

We would love to hear from you. For informal enquiries, please contact Laura Logan, Clinical Lead Dietitian, Diabetes & Weight Management, Lynebank Hospital at 01383 623623 ext: 20267 or via email at [e-mail].

Additional Information

NHS Fife is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of society. We ensure all employees have the right to work in the UK. We support flexible working, family-friendly policies, and make reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or long-term conditions.