Paediatric Dietitian – Band 6 (Maternity Cover)

NHS; Harlow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Harlow seeks a Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian to deliver a comprehensive dietetic service to patients, manage a clinical caseload, and educate health professionals. The position requires a degree in nutrition, registration as a dietitian, and experience in paediatrics. The ideal candidate will work closely with the paediatric team and support student training, ensuring evidence-based practices in patient care. The role offers a chance to impact patient health positively and develop professionally within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Development opportunities

Focus on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Post registration training in paediatric dietetics is required.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary clinic is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide a dietetic service to wards, out-patient clinics, and enteral feeding patients.
• Manage a clinical caseload of paediatric patients requiring dietary treatments.
• Educate and train other healthcare workers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Knowledge

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Supervision

Education

Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent post-graduate qualification

Registered Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council

Job description

A leading health service provider in Harlow seeks a Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian to deliver a comprehensive dietetic service to patients, manage a clinical caseload, and educate health professionals. The position requires a degree in nutrition, registration as a dietitian, and experience in paediatrics. The ideal candidate will work closely with the paediatric team and support student training, ensuring evidence-based practices in patient care. The role offers a chance to impact patient health positively and develop professionally within a supportive environment.