Enteral Nutrition Support Worker | Dietetics & Care

NHS Scotland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland’s Tayside Nutrition and Dietetic Service is seeking a Dietetic Support Worker for a fixed-term/secondment until 31 October 2027. The role involves supporting patients reliant on tube feeding across home, care home and hospital settings, working with dietitians and multidisciplinary teams.

The post combines direct patient care, education, service development and administration, with training and professional development opportunities in nutrition and healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in health, social care or related setting is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Good IT skills would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient support in tube feeding and nutrition care.
• Provide education and training to patients and carers.
• Contribute to service improvement and administrative tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Interest in nutrition

Education

Experience in health or social care setting

Tools

IT skills

Job description

NHS Scotland’s Tayside Nutrition and Dietetic Service is seeking a Dietetic Support Worker for a fixed-term/secondment until 31 October 2027. The role involves supporting patients reliant on tube feeding across home, care home and hospital settings, working with dietitians and multidisciplinary teams.

The post combines direct patient care, education, service development and administration, with training and professional development opportunities in nutrition and healthcare.