Specialist Eating Disorders Dietitian (Paediatrics)

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Wonford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated professional to manage and lead paediatric dietetic services. The role involves overseeing the implementation of service developments and formulating policies within a specialist caseload area. Successful candidates will have expertise in nutritional management and a commitment to evidence-based best practices. This position offers 22.5 hours per week with a focus on maintaining a work-life balance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days paid annual leave rising to 33

Flexible working schemes

NHS Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing a dietary service in a paediatric setting.
• Ability to contribute to service developments and implement policies.
• Expertise in evidence-based nutritional practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a specialist caseload within the paediatric specialty.
• Oversee implementation of service developments and policy formulation.
• Provide expertise in nutritional management for paediatric patients.

Skills

Nutritional management for paediatric patients

Service development expertise

Policy formulation

Job description

Overview

The postholder will lead, manage and develop this specialist caseload within the paediatric specialty. They will contribute to the wider development of the dietetic service and nutritional provision within the RDUH Trust, working closely with the Nutrition and Dietetic Service Manager and the dietetic team. They may be required to deputise for the Nutrition and Dietetic Service Manager or Paediatric Dietetic Clinical Lead in their absence.

The postholder will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of service developments and the formulation of policies, guidelines and procedures in their specialist caseload area. This includes maintaining, updating and developing nutrition and diet literature and resources in a non‑biased, evidence‑based best practice manner. They will be a source of expertise in the nutritional management of paediatric patients within the Trust.

Working Pattern & Application Details

Working Pattern: 22.5 hours per week Monday – Friday (shift pattern to be confirmed upon completion of induction).

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed.

For further information please contact April Stevens – Specialist Eating Disorders Dietitian (Paediatrics) – 01392 406063 or [e-mail].

Diversity & Inclusion

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications, days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we’ll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family‑friendly policies. If you’re starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

Benefits include access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups; extensive staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options; salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes; the NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK); cycle‑to‑work scheme; and national discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.