Specialist Paediatric Dietitian

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider in Birmingham is seeking a qualified Dietitian for a part-time role to support infants and children in general paediatrics. The successful candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team, providing leadership to junior staff and managing a diverse caseload. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged, and the position is fixed term for 6 months. Applicants will need post-registration clinical paediatric experience and a passion for working in a specialist hospital setting.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Visa sponsorship for eligible roles

Qualifications

• Post-registration clinical paediatric dietetic experience gained in an acute or community setting.
• Ambition and suitability to work in a specialist tertiary hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide dietetic support to infants and children in general paediatrics teams.
• Contribute to ward rounds and MDT meetings.
• Provide leadership and supervision to 2 Band 6 Dietitians and a Dietetic Assistant.
• Manage a general paediatric caseload, including inpatients and outpatient clinics.

Skills

Clinical paediatric dietetic experience

Leadership ability

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Dietitian

Job description

Overview

Flexible working arrangements may be considered and are encouraged at discussion with the recruiting manager.

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Dietitian to join our friendly and supportive team of Paediatric Dietitians.

The post holder will work alongside a Band 6 Dietitian, a Dietetic Assistant and the multidisciplinary team to provide dietetic support to infants and children within the general paediatrics teams, delivering high‑quality and safe care.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a Band 6 Dietitian, a Dietetic Assistant and the MDT to provide dietetic support to infants and children in the general paediatrics teams.
• Contribute to ward rounds, MDT meetings and attend paediatric clinics.
• Provide leadership and supervision to 2 Band 6 Dietitians and a Dietetic Assistant.
• Assist with service development and improvement within the paediatric dietetic service.
• Manage a general paediatric caseload, including inpatients and dietetic‑led outpatient clinics.

Qualifications

• Qualified Dietitian with post‑registration clinical paediatric dietetic experience gained in an acute or community setting.
• Demonstrated ambition and suitability to work in a specialist tertiary hospital setting.

Working Conditions & Benefits

• 0.5 WTE part‑time fixed term for 6 months (days may be agreed with the successful candidate).
• Flexible working arrangements are possible.
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles in line with current UKVI regulations – please confirm eligibility before applying.

Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We understand that some applicants may choose to use AI tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process.

Trust Overview:
Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust was established in 2017 to deliver world‑class physical and mental health care for women, children and families. We are a leading specialist paediatric centre and a dedicated women’s hospital, and we are committed to creating the best place to work.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality.