Paediatric Dietitian

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare facility in London is hiring a Band 5 Paediatric Dietitian to provide high-quality nutritional care for paediatric patients. The successful candidate will join a large team, engage in developing diet resources, and possess a passion for paediatric dietetics. The role requires a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, HCPC registration, and ideally experience in general dietetics. Competitive salary offered within a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Post-registration experience in general dietetics is ideal.
• Passionate about paediatric dietetics at a high clinical level.
• Ability to develop diet sheets and resources for patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dietetic services for inpatients and outpatients.
• Develop and manage a caseload under supervision.
• Teach healthcare professionals about nutrition.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Registered as a Dietitian with HCPC

Post-graduate Paediatric Dietetics Modules

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Go back Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Paediatric Dietitian

The closing date is 05 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Dietetic Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital as a Band 5 permanent Dietitian.

You will be working within a large department of over 70 staff who work across a wide range of clinical areas including Metabolic Medicine, Renal, Neurology, Ketogenic diets, Surgery/ITU, Oncology/BMT and Gastroenterology. The Dietitians are responsible for delivering high-quality nutritional care to Paediatric patients from birth to 19 years of age.

You will be developing and using specialised knowledge under supervision from Specialist Dietitians to manage a caseload within the Dietetic Team.

You will ideally have post-registration experience working in general dietetics, exceptional communication, organisation, and prioritisation skills. You will also be confident in Excel, Word and general computer skills. You will also possess a passion for paediatric dietetics and be looking to start your professional career at the highest clinical level.

Main duties of the job

• Responsible for the provision of a comprehensive and quality dietetic service for both inpatients and outpatients working to agreed standards, policies and procedures.
• Developing and using specialised knowledge under supervision from Senior Specialist Dietitians to manage a caseload in a specified clinical area.
• Development and updating of diet sheets and other educational resources for patients and healthcare professionals both within and outside the Trust.
• Close liaison with the diet service technicians and tasks to support the operation and functions of the Special Feeds Unit and Diet Kitchen.
• Teaching diet service technicians, dietetic assistants, nursing, medical and other healthcare professionals on all aspects of nutrition and dietary management through informal tutorials and formal study days and mandatory training.
• Freedom to act interpreting the Health Professions Council code of conduct and working to all agreed standards, policies and procedures within the department and the Trust.
• Assessment of the patient's needs and making clinical decisions regarding the necessary nutritional support and dietary interventions for all children in the caseload taking into account their diet history, growth and biochemical parameters and any relevant drug treatment

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

• Our Always values
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
• Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Registered as a Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Post-graduate Paediatric Dietetics Masters Modules (BDA/University of Plymouth)

Experience/Knowledge

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to contribute to the development of dietetic practice
• Ability to contribute to the development of dietetic practice E I/A Good written and oral presentation and communication skills
• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to adapt to news of working which is beneficial to the service
• Experience in research/audit /teaching

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

£37,259 to £45,356 a yearInclusive per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

271-CCS-7513358

Job locations

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust