Paediatric Team Lead Dietitian

NHS; Worcester; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dietitian to join the paediatric team at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, leading on cystic fibrosis. The role involves providing expert care for paediatric patients, managing a team, and contributing to service improvement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Friendly, supportive team

Commitment to personal development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with experience in paediatric care.
• Ability to lead a team and manage clinical caseloads.
• Commitment to personal development and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Lead the paediatric dietetic team and manage operational issues.
• Provide expert dietetic care for paediatric inpatients and outpatients.
• Develop clinical guidelines and educational materials.

Skills

Expertise in paediatrics

Team leadership

Clinical supervision

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dietitian to join our paediatric team and lead on cystic fibrosis. The post is based at Worcestershire Royal Hospital; travel to the Alexandra Hospital or other locations may be required. We are a proactive Dietetic department comprising 26 dietitians within specialty teams, with excellent links within MDTs in the Trust.

We Offer:

• A friendly, supportive team with excellent peer support and regular clinical supervision
• Department approved for student placements A, B, and C, with active staff participation in training
• Commitment to your personal development and CPD
• Worcestershire's accessible location near major road and rail networks, close to Birmingham, Stratford-Upon-Avon, the Malvern Hills, and the Cotswolds

Our department holds regular specialty and team meetings focused on quality improvement and CPD.

Main Duties

1. Act as an expert autonomous Dietitian to develop and contribute to the delivery and service improvement of the Paediatric Nutrition and Dietetic service for Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Trust.
2. Provide expert dietetic care for paediatric inpatients and outpatient clinics.
3. Lead the paediatric dietetic team, managing operational issues and staffing, providing supervision, support, and education.
4. Collaborate with the MDT to deliver high-quality inpatient and outpatient services.
5. Manage clinical caseloads, supervise, coordinate, and allocate work within the team.
6. Develop and review standards, policies, and resources related to paediatric dietetics.
7. Supervise and develop junior staff.
8. Lead specialist assessments and evidence-based management of complex paediatric cases.
9. Develop clinical guidelines, resources, and educational materials as a recognised expert in paediatrics.

About Us

Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large provider of acute and specialised hospital services across three sites: Kidderminster, Redditch, and Worcester. With over 7,000 staff, we are committed to delivering outstanding patient-centered care. Our objectives focus on providing the best services, experience, resource use, and people. We are proud to be a Timewise accredited employer committed to flexible working.

Details

Date posted: 20 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Location: Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, WR5 1DD