Highly Specialist Acute Dietitian

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic band 7 Dietitian to join their Dietetic team as the clinical lead for acute services. The successful candidate will guide band 5 and 6 Dietitians, provide clinical expertise to diverse patient needs, and support nutrition efforts across wards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop training measures within the department, ensuring high-quality care and continuous improvement in a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading dietetic teams.
• Ability to manage complex patient caseloads.
• Strong commitment to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the dietetic team in patient assessments and management.
• Provide role modeling and expertise in dietetics.
• Support team development and training.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Leadership

Evidence-based practice

Training/mentoring

Job description

Position Overview

Due to maternity leave, we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated band 7 Dietitian to join our Dietetic team as clinical lead for the acute service at Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust for a fixed term of 12 months.

We are looking for experienced individuals to lead our band 5 and 6 Dietitians in the acute Dietetic team on both acute hospital sites. The successful candidate will provide clinical expertise using the latest evidence‑based practice to a wide variety of patients across all the wards. You will also clinically support the Nutrition Team and work collaboratively with our other clinical band 7 Dietitians to provide a high quality of care across all clinical areas.

The team is actively involved in dietetic student training placements and there is scope for the successful candidate to contribute significantly in this.

You will be part of a friendly, forward‑thinking and supportive team working in a fast‑paced, rewarding environment. High quality patient care is at the forefront of our decision making and we are enthusiastic about welcoming new ideas.

Informal discussions about this post are welcomed.

Key Responsibilities

• To lead the team in assessing, diagnosing, interpreting and managing a caseload of often complex patients.
• To be a role model for the team in driving expertise within this area.
• To support the team in their development and provide training within the hospital as needed.
• To complete audits to demonstrate clinical effectiveness and provide evidence in line with demand and capacity methodology.

Join us at the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

Our vision, “To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,” is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values – Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted – we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

This advert closes on Monday 26 Jan 2026.