Paediatric Dietitian

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice options for nursery (

Car lease schemes

Staff discounts

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 paediatric dietitian to join our paediatric team in Exeter. You will manage a small inpatient caseload on a 26 bedded children's ward and participate in general paediatric outpatient clinics with supervision from experienced colleagues.

The role offers opportunities to develop MDT training, contribute to improving nutrition support on the ward, and work in a supportive, inclusive NHS trust with a focus on staff

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or early career paediatric dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small inpatient caseload on a 26 bedded children's ward and support general paediatric outpatient clinics.
• Respond to adhoc queries from parents or the MDT and contribute to MDT training and development.

Job description

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role You will be responsible for a small inpatient caseload on our 26 bedded children's ward, as well as general paediatric outpatient clinics and responding to adhoc queries from parents or the MDT. There will be opportunity to develop training for MDT colleagues and contribute to work to improve provision of food/supplements on the paediatric ward. You should expect lots of supervision and support from specialist and experienced colleagues, with shadowing and cover opportunities. Working Pattern: 37.5 Hours per week Monday to Friday

Are you a newly qualified or early career dietitian whose passion is paediatrics? South west native or eager to explore the joys of West Country living? We have the job for you! The paediatric dietitians at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital are eagerly searching for a highly motivated Band 5 paediatric dietitian to develop, support and encourage.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust., Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state‑of‑the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start-with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there. Salary is not the only financial benefit You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme