Dietitian (Rotational)

Transformationunitgm; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS trust in Sheffield as a rotational dietitian. This role offers diverse experiences across various hospital sites, focusing on providing high-quality dietetic services. Ideal for newly qualified professionals eager to develop their skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing packages

Financial support systems

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Suitable for newly qualified dietitians.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dietetic services as an independent practitioner.
• Participate in training and education of dietetic students.
• Assist in operational management of the department.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Counseling

Motivational Skills

Education

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics

Post Grad Diploma in Dietetics

Job description

Main area: Dietetics. Grade: NHS AfC Band 5. Contract: 12 months (two fixed-term posts to cover secondments). Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week. Job ref: 190-0264-DIR

Employer: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Employer type: NHS. Site: Northern General Hospital. Town: Sheffield. Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 pa/pro rata for part-time staff. Salary period: Yearly. Closing date: 27/05/2025 23:59. Interview date: 05/06/2025

About the NHS AfC Band 5 Role

We are committed to supporting our staff in balancing work and home life, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated. We offer career development opportunities, flexible working, good annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing packages, and financial support systems. Joining us also provides access to savings options via salary sacrifice schemes and discounts with retailers and service providers.

Job Overview

Join an innovative, high-profile dietetic team. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic rotational dietitian at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. Our dietetic team includes over 50 Dietitians, dietetic assistants, and admin staff across three hospital sites and Sheffield community. Sheffield Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country.

This rotational role offers experience across different hospital sites including Northern General Hospital, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Weston Park Oncology Centre, and community settings. You will gain broad experience in acute teaching hospital and community environments, working on medical, surgical, or oncology wards, and outpatient clinics. We are involved in dietetic student training with Sheffield Hallam University.

Applicants should possess a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics (or equivalent) and be HCPC registered. Dietetic students eligible for HCPC registration upon graduation are also encouraged to apply. Excellent communication and team working skills are essential.

CPD is actively encouraged, with opportunities for accredited post-registration courses and in-house training.

Main Duties

• Provide high-quality dietetic services to a clinical caseload as an independent practitioner.
• Contribute to evidence-based clinical and teaching practices.
• Assist in the operational management of the department with supervisors and team leaders.
• Support clinical governance, resource management, and equipment maintenance.
• Participate in training and education of dietetic students.

Working for Sheffield Teaching Hospitals

We value and respect our staff and the community we serve. The Trust is a leader in NHS research and provides excellent benefits, including professional development and policies supporting work-life balance.

This is a fixed-term contract for up to 12 months. It may be extended or end early due to internal or external secondments. The contract status will be reviewed according to legal obligations.

Secondments require prior approval from your current line manager.

Additional Information

See attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details. When applying, clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc Nutrition and Dietetics or relevant degree with Post Grad Diploma in Dietetics
• HCPC registration

Experience

• Suitable for a newly qualified dietitian
• Evidence of independent working
• Knowledge of nutritional needs and assessments in hospital in/outpatients
• Competent in calculating nutritional requirements and setting up enteral feeds

Skills and Knowledge

• Commitment to professional development
• Basic counselling and motivational skills
• Ability to manage caseloads with changing priorities
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently
• Understanding of confidentiality and accurate documentation
• Proficiency with IT packages and developing educational resources
• Knowledge of clinical governance and evidence appraisal
• Ability to handle work pressure and maintain safety standards

Personal Qualities

• For one rotation, the ability to undertake home visits and transport equipment, preferably with a valid driver’s license or access to transport.

Applicants should read the guidance on using AI technology. Ensure application forms are truthful and complete. Applications are submitted via the Trac system, and communication will be through email. Successful applicants will have their information transferred to NHS records. Ensure to check spam folders for emails.

The Trust encourages applications from all community sections, supporting equality and diversity. Assistance in applying can be obtained from HR departments. Employment checks include identity, eligibility, references, qualifications, DBS, and occupational health.

For more information, visit our website and social media pages.

Certifications and Disclosures

You must have UK professional registration. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020, requiring a DBS disclosure.