Specialist Dietitian for Diabetes

NHS; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced Dietitian to join a dedicated team within the Nutrition and Dietetic Services. This role offers the chance to work with adults suffering from Diabetes, providing both outpatient clinics and home visits. The position allows for professional development through continuous education and clinical supervision. The organization values work-life balance and fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, making it a great place to make a meaningful impact on community health.

Benefits

NHS pension

Generous holiday allowance

Employee health and wellbeing services

Onsite nurseries

Childcare vouchers

Car schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in diabetes management and outpatient clinics.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face and virtual outpatient clinics.
• Support student training programs and deliver educational talks.

Skills

Diabetes Management

Patient Education

Clinical Supervision

Community Dietetics

Education

Degree in Dietetics

Registered Dietitian

Job description

Job summary

Are you an experienced Dietitian with a genuine interest in Diabetes? An exciting opportunity has arisen within Nutrition and Dietetic Services at Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust for a motivated individual to join our established team of Primary and Secondary Care Diabetes Dietitians as a Band 6 Community Diabetes Dietitian. This is a great opportunity to expand your community experience or consolidate your existing experience and skills working with adults with Diabetes.

Main duties of the job

The post is full time (37.5 hours per week) and the main remit of the post is to provide face-to-face or virtual outpatient clinics within the Wakefield and North Kirklees localities. The clinical duties include (but are not limited to) covering diabetes outpatient clinics, home visits, and care home provision. There are also opportunities to deliver talks and education to health professionals, patients, and other service users, as well as facilitating structured education. You will need to demonstrate your ability to work independently and as part of a team. The dietetic department is committed to CPD and clinical supervision. As we take A, B, and C students from Leeds Beckett University, the post holder will also be expected to support our student training programme.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work across patients' homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We are committed to continuous improvement, valuing our people and fostering a diverse, inclusive environment. We support work-life balance, and our staff networks promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. Benefits include NHS pension, generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services, onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car schemes, and more. If you value caring, high standards, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Date posted

30 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

000289

Job locations

Dewsbury & District Hospital, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 4HS

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key requirements

This post is suitable for dietitians already working in diabetes or non-specialist dietitians with sufficient experience looking to specialise or work in a different setting. It also suits individuals aiming to develop skills in service development, as we work to re-establish diabetes services across the area. For the right candidate, a band 5 to 6 training post may be considered, with set competencies to be met within an agreed timescale.

Person Specification

Qualifications: Essential (please click apply now to view the full person specification; there is no obligation to submit an application)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required through the Disclosure and Barring Service to verify any criminal convictions.