Paediatric Dietitian

Barts Health Nhs Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A large NHS healthcare provider is seeking a Paediatric Dietitian to join their team. The role involves providing dietetic services to paediatric inpatients and outpatients. Successful candidates will work within a dynamic team, with opportunities for professional development. The organization values inclusion and strives to create a supportive environment for all staff members.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or Dietitian at band 5 level.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of paediatric dietetics and research principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide dietetic service to paediatric inpatients and outpatients.
• Conduct research and audits for evidence-based practice.

Skills

Clinical Dietetics

Paediatric Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Research Skills

Education

Degree in Dietetics

Job description

Job title

Barts Health NHS Trust – Paediatric Dietitian

The closing date is 06 October 2025

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Overview

The post is suitable for a new graduate Dietitian, or a Dietitian currently working at band 5 level seeking paediatric experience. The role is in general paediatrics and based at the Royal London Hospital, with one day per week at Newham University Hospital. You will be trained in paediatric dietetics and will see inpatients and outpatients, with opportunities to develop experience in other paediatric specialities. You will join a large multidisciplinary team and will be supported to achieve learning and development needs, including Band 5 competencies. There is a strong emphasis on quality improvement, research, and CPD.

You will work within a dynamic paediatric dietetics service, collaborating with a large team of 31 Paediatric Dietitians across 3 acute sites and into the community, and as part of a broader team of Children's Therapists.

Main duties of the job

• Work with the paediatric dietetic team to provide an effective dietetic service to paediatric in-patients and outpatients at The Royal London Hospital and Newham University Hospital.
• Ensure that research and audit are undertaken regularly to ensure practice is evidence-based.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider in Britain. The organisation is on an improvement journey to become outstanding, with a focus on excellence, innovation, patient safety, and compassionate care. WeValue inclusion and strive to create an inclusive working environment where every staff member belongs.

Details

Date posted: 22 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £37,259 to £45,356 a year per annum inc

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 259-7497934RLH

Job locations

Royal London Hospital
London
E1 1FR

Employer details

Employer name: Barts Health NHS Trust

Address: Royal London Hospital, London, E1 1FR

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Specialist Dietitian, Jennifer Kearns, [e-mail]

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