Dietitian

Job Summary

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Are you a dedicated and compassionate professional looking for a rewarding role in a specialist mental health setting? We are currently seeking a Dietitian with Band 7 level experience to join our multidisciplinary team at Ivetsey Bank Hospital, a Tier 4 CAMHS inpatient service providing care for young people with complex mental health needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact by supporting our young people with their nutritional needs, contributing to their recovery, and working collaboratively with a skilled and supportive team.

Main duties of the job

At Ivetsey Bank Hospital, we take a holistic approach to care, ensuring that our young people receive the support they need in a positive and engaging environment. Our team prides itself on finding creative and innovative ways to enhance the therapeutic experience for our young people. Whether it's sensory-based activities, interactive group sessions, or outdoor therapies, we are always looking for new and engaging approaches that make a real difference in their recovery journey. By fostering an environment of curiosity and adaptability, we ensure that every young person receives individualised, dynamic, and effective care tailored to their unique needs.

If you are looking for a role where you can truly make a positive impact, in an organisation that values innovative and holistic approaches to care, apply now!

About Us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Date posted

12 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,699.50 to £48,223.50 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

008343

Job locations

Stafford - Ivetsey Bank Hospital

Stafford

Staffordshire

ST19 9QT

Job Description

Job responsibilities

What You'll Be Working:

Our standard working hours for this role are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Provide a high level of care to young people with dietetic and nutritional requirements
2. Formulate and implement plans for the formal nutritional treatment and/or management of patients within the wider multi-disciplinary team
3. Provide therapeutic care and health promotional/educational activities across the hospital
4. Use highly developed knowledge and skills in the implementation and planning of individual dietary treatment plans
5. Include young people and/or carers in the planning of care (at home or within the hospital setting)
6. Maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with professional standards and local Company policies
7. Supervise and co-ordinate workload for x1 Dietetic Assistant
8. Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights

What To Look Forward To:

1. 25 days plus bank holidays
2. Birthday off
3. Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e-learning and face-to-face training and development opportunities
4. Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
5. Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
6. A Nest Personal Pension account
7. Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
8. We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
9. Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
10. Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
11. ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

1. HCPC Registration
2. Member of The British Dietetic Association (BDA)

Experience Essential

1. Experience within a CAMHS setting
2. Excellent persuasive, motivational and empathic skills
3. Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to young people

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Stafford - Ivetsey Bank Hospital

Stafford

Staffordshire

ST19 9QT

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/