Senior Specialist Dietitian Gynae-oncology

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health organization in Manchester seeks a Senior Specialist Dietitian for their newly created Gynae Oncology team. The role offers the chance to provide dietetic care across the cancer pathway, focusing on patients with complex needs while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have postgraduate experience, essential clinical skills, and be committed to furthering innovation and quality care within the service. This is a full-time, permanent role with a competitive salary and supportive departmental culture.

Qualifications

• Significant postgraduate clinical experience in relevant specialty.
• Experience in supervision of qualified staff and students.
• Evidence of continual professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dietetic care throughout the Gynaecology Cancer pathway.
• Support inpatients and outpatients with advanced ovarian cancer.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams for care delivery.

Skills

Nutritional screening

Management of severe and complex obesity

Preoperative nutrition

Complex artificial nutrition support

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

BSc. or MSc. in Dietetics

Clinical Educators Course

Postgraduate training in the specialist area

State registration via Health and Care Professions Council

Job description

Senior Specialist Dietitian – événement Gynae‑Oncology

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Dietitian with interest in Gynae Oncology to join our team. This newly created, full‑time, permanent position sits alongside a large Gynae Oncology Surgical Centre.

If you have expertise in complex nutrition support, gastrointestinal surgery, weight management, and you enjoy driving service development, this role could be ideal for you.

As this is a newly established dietetic service, you will have significant opportunities for innovation and multidisciplinary team working and development. You will collaborate closely with a large group of Gynae Consultants and Specialist Nurses, participate in ward rounds, MDT clinics, and research.

You will receive support from myself as Clinical Team Lead and join a team of eleven Senior Specialist Dietitians working together to strengthen our cohesive adult dietetic team.

If you think this job is for you, then please read on for further information about the job.

Main duties and responsibilities

The role will involve delivering dietetic care throughout the Gynaecology Cancer pathway, supporting both inpatients and outpatients. You will work with patients diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer who undergo bowel resections and have a high incidence of severe malnutrition and sarcopenia. Additionally, you will provide care for patients with endometrial cancer, many of whom experience obesity and comorbidities that influence treatment options.

Main duties of the job

To excel in this role, experience in the following areas is highly desirable:

• Nutritional screening
• Management of severe and complex obesity
• Preoperative nutrition
• Complex artificial nutrition support

You will be encouraged and supported to attend relevant national courses and conferences, contribute to research, and play an active role in further developing the Gynae Oncology dietetic service.

Department Culture and Support

The Dietetic Department at Manchester Royal Infirmary is made up of 29 dietitians, a dietetic assistant, and a dietetic apprentice. Our team provides and supports services across a wide range of specialties and tertiary centres, including:

• General Medicine and Surgery
• Gastroenterology and Colorectal surgery
• Hepatobiliary Medicine and Surgery
• Haematology
• Head and Neck Surgery
• Critical Care
• Renal

We pride ourselves on being a friendly, inclusive, and supportive team, dedicated to providing outstanding patient care and high-quality training for students. We use the Epic electronic patient record system, and we are committed to enhancing care quality through digital innovation. We actively promote a healthy work‑life balance, flexible working and a culture of civility. Regular team‑building sessions help us reflect on our goals and shape the future direction of the Department.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

Details

Date posted: 13 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full‑time

Reference number

349‑CSS‑7662258‑RL4

Job locations

• Manchester Royal Infirmary
• Oxford Road
• Manchester
• M13 9WL

Job description

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application.

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Diversity Matters

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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Certificate of Sponsorship

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UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

• Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trustительность>
• Address: Manchester Royal Infirmary, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL

Employer website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/

Person Specification

Qualification / Education (Essential)

• BSc. or MSc. in Dietetics or BSc. in relevant science plus Post Graduate Diploma or MSc in Dietetics
• Clinical Educators Course
• Completion of validated/nationally recognised post‑graduate training or equivalent in the specialist area
• Member of relevant clinical specialist interest group
• State registration via Health and Care Professions Council

Qualification / Education (Desirable)

• Registered member of the British Dietetic Association
• Audit and Research training to a post‑graduate level
• Completion of a post‑graduate management/leadership course

Knowledge and experience (Essential)

• Significant postgraduate clinical experience which includes a reasonable amount of time working in a post incorporating the relevant specialty, following post‑graduate experience as a Dietitian in a broad rotational post
• Experience of supervision of qualified staff, students and assistants
• Evidence of continual professional development to a specialist level
• Highly comprehensive specialist knowledge of dietetic assessment and treatment techniques
• Working knowledge of local and national policies and procedures e.g. British Dietetic Association/Health and Care Professions Council Code of Conduct/Ethics, Health and Safety, Infection Control, Equality and Diversity
• Experience of and commitment to interdisciplinary and multi‑disciplinary team working

Knowledge and experience (Desirable)

• Experience of managing less senior staff
• Knowledge of community and Intermediate Care services

Clinical Skills/Abilities (Essential)

• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
• Good organisational / planning / prioritisation skills
• Demonstrate complex body composition measurement skills
• Ability to motivate and negotiate to encourage reluctant and challenging patients
• Effective written communication skills e.g. clinical records, reports to other health care professionals and external agencies
• Well developed concentration, analytical and problem solving skills
• Able to work autonomously with ability to seek guidance appropriately with individuals or in a lựa setting