Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian — Flexible Part-Time Opportunity

West Herts Hospitals; Watford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Part-time hours

Job summary

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Paediatric Dietitian with diabetes expertise to join the Paediatric Dietetics team at Watford General Hospital. You will lead the Paediatric Diabetes service within a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role covers specialist clinics, group education sessions, and collaboration with colleagues across neonates, CF, allergy and gastroenterology.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent.
• HCPC Registered.
• Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA).
• Post Graduate Study in specialist area of dietetics e.g. paediatric course.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continue to develop the Paediatric Diabetes service within a multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to specialist diabetes clinics, lead group education sessions, and act as a source of expertise for colleagues and patients alike.

Skills

Clinical paediatric experience

Diabetes care knowledge

Education

Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics

HCPC Registered

Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA)

Postgraduate paediatric dietetics course

Job description

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Paediatric Dietitian with diabetes expertise to join the Paediatric Dietetics team at Watford General Hospital. You will lead the Paediatric Diabetes service within a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role covers specialist clinics, group education sessions, and collaboration with colleagues across neonates, CF, allergy and gastroenterology.