Specialist Dietitian (Rotational) | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in the UK is seeking HCPC registered dietitians for a Band 6 rotational programme in Southampton. You will work in various clinical settings, providing critical nutritional support and gaining experience in an acute hospital environment. The position encourages professional development and offers a supportive workplace culture. If you have a strong interest in nutrition and excellent communication skills, we invite you to apply before the closing date on Dec 4, 2025.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in acute hospital settings sought.
• Proven clinical skills and relevant experience.
• Must be able to manage a busy, complex caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist dietetic services in the acute hospital setting.
• Work on a rotational basis in various clinical settings.
• Supervise junior dietitians and dietetic assistants.

Skills

Nutrition support

Communication skills

Empathic nature

Ability to work in MDT

Flexibility

Education

HCPC registered dietitian

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

We are looking for HCPC registered dietitians who are keen to develop their experience in the acute hospital setting to join our Band 6 rotational programme in our adult dietetic team. Our programme includes 7 rotations (current posts in general surgery & hepato‑biliary (HPB) surgery). Part‑time/flexible working will be considered.

You will join our Band 6 rotational programme, working as a key member in the relevant team and alongside senior dietitians to gain an in‑depth knowledge of the following specialities:

• Gastroenterology
• General surgery
• Acute medicine (acute medical unit, general medicine and hepatology)
• Oncology
• Hepato‑biliary (HPB) surgery
• High dependency and critical care

We hold regular internal CPD sessions and you will have the opportunity to engage in service evaluation, service improvement and clinical research.

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

You will:

• Be responsible for the provision of a specialist dietetic service in the acute hospital setting.
• Work in a variety of clinical settings on a rotational basis including inpatient gastroenterology wards, gastroenterology outpatient clinics, acute surgical and oncology wards, radiotherapy and chemotherapy units, the acute admissions unit and acute medical wards, high dependency and critical care units.
• Be a key member of the multidisciplinary teams and attend multidisciplinary meetings.
• Provide nutritional support to patients including management of oral nutrition support, enteral feeding, and home enteral feed discharges.
• Complete competencies relevant to each rotation.
• Supervise and support junior dietitians, dietetic assistants, and student dietitians.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for dietitians who wish to develop their experience in an acute hospital setting, with a keen interest in nutrition support and evidence of relevant, clinical skills and experience. Flexibility and the ability to prioritise and manage a busy, complex caseload is essential. You must have excellent communication skills as well as an empathic nature. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work within an MDT as a specialist dietitian and have the confidence to present and discuss your professional opinion with colleagues. With a varied and interesting caseload, this post requires a dynamic, assertive person with an excellent breadth of knowledge and good rapport building skills.

This advert closes on Thursday 4 Dec 2025.