Paediatric Dietetics Assistant Practitioner – Growth & Education

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Onsite nursery

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Dietetic Assistant Practitioner to join the Paediatric Dietetics Team. You will support dietitians in inpatient wards, clinics and home enteral feeding services, collecting growth data and providing practical dietary guidance.

The role covers clinical and administrative tasks, with development opportunities across clinical settings and multidisciplinary teams in Exeter. Training, buddy schemes and regular appraisals are provided.

Qualifications

• Vocational qualification at Level 4 or 5 in healthcare is essential.
• Experience or training as an Assistant Practitioner is preferred.
• Interest in nutrition and working with paediatric patients is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist dietitians with growth measurements and data collection.
• Support patient education and dietary advice under supervision.
• Monitor enteral feeds and assist with dietary analysis.
• Provide direct patient contact within protocols and care plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Level 4 or 5 vocational qualification in healthcare

Diploma for Assistant Practitioners in Healthcare

Foundation Degree / BTEC Higher / HND

Job description

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Dietetic Assistant Practitioner to join the Paediatric Dietetics Team. You will support dietitians in inpatient wards, clinics and home enteral feeding services, collecting growth data and providing practical dietary guidance.

The role covers clinical and administrative tasks, with development opportunities across clinical settings and multidisciplinary teams in Exeter. Training, buddy schemes and regular appraisals are provided.