Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join the Nutrition and Dietetic paediatric team at King's College Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust in an essential clinical supporting role.
An opportunity has arisen to join the Nutrition and Dietetic paediatric team at King'sCollege Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust in an essential clinical supporting role.The post involves making and delivering special feeds for sick babies and children ofall ages on Saturdays and Sundays, following recipes provided by the paediatricDietitians. Other duties include stock control of nutritional products and cleaning ofthe feeds unit and its utensils.As the sole member of the Dietetic team present at the weekend, you will need to beself-motivated, reliable and be able to work on your own initiative. No previousexperience is required; as thorough training will be provided. Good numeracy,literacy, written and oral communication skills are essential as is the ability to followinstructions and protocols accurately.
Main duties of the job
The post involves making and delivering special feeds for sick babies and children of all ages on Saturdays and Sundays, following recipes provided by the paediatric Dietitians. Other duties include stock control of nutritional products and cleaning of the feeds unit and its utensils.
As the sole member of the Dietetic team present at the weekend, you will need to be self-motivated, reliable and be able to work on your own initiative. No previous experience is required as thorough training will be provided. Good numeracy, literacy, written and oral communication skills are essential as is the ability to follow instructions and protocols accurately.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post has one main function:
To provide a reliable feed preparation service to the Paediatric wards under the supervision of the Paediatric Dietitians. Responsibilities include the preparation of special feeds, ordering and maintaining adequate supplies to all childrens wards and cleaning of the Feed Preparation Unit.
You will report to the Childrens Dietitians and be an essential component of afriendly team comprising 12 paediatric dietitians and one other Dietetic Assistant,who works Monday to Friday.If you have specific questions about this post having read the Job Description andPerson Specification; then please contact either Helen Mortimer or Jenny ONeil,Specialist Paediatric Dietitians, on 0203 299 4434.Interviews will be carried out face to face. There will be a short practical test as partof the interview, for which full instructions will be provided on the day.Please note that this advert may close early if applicant numbers are high.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post has one main function:
To provide a reliable feed preparation service to the Paediatric wards under the supervision of the Paediatric Dietitians. Responsibilities include the preparation of special feeds, ordering and maintaining adequate supplies to all childrens wards and cleaning of the Feed Preparation Unit.
You will report to the Childrens Dietitians and be an essential component of afriendly team comprising 12 paediatric dietitians and one other Dietetic Assistant,who works Monday to Friday.If you have specific questions about this post having read the Job Description andPerson Specification; then please contact either Helen Mortimer or Jenny ONeil,Specialist Paediatric Dietitians, on 0203 299 4434.Interviews will be carried out face to face. There will be a short practical test as partof the interview, for which full instructions will be provided on the day.Please note that this advert may close early if applicant numbers are high.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- GCSE in English and maths minimum Grade C or equivalent
- Good understanding of the role as described in the job description
- Skills and Abilities
- Personal Attributes
Desirable
- Experience and Computer Skills
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- GCSE in English and maths minimum Grade C or equivalent
- Good understanding of the role as described in the job description
- Skills and Abilities
- Personal Attributes
Desirable
- Experience and Computer Skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
