Job summary
Highly Specialised Paediatric Dietitian- Neuromuscular Dietitian (Research and Clinical), Band 7Fixed term - 30 hours
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 position within the neurosciences team at the worldfamous Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, NHS Foundation Trust. Our neurosciences team covers acute inpatient neurology, inpatient and outpatient neuromuscular and the ketogenic diet service and is the principal provider of specialist epilepsy services, both emergency and elective, for London (North of the Thames) and the surrounding counties. The department also provides a national and international service for the management of rare and complex paediatric neurological conditions. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work as part of a fantastic MDT team and alongside a team of highly specialised dietitians providing a high-quality clinical service toneuromuscular patients, in and outpatients across the paediatric age range 0-19 years.
We are looking for a dynamic individual with research experience and either previous neuromuscular experience or substantial general paediatric experience who wants to further develop their skills and become a specialist dietitian within the highly rewarding area of neurosciences.
If you would like further information please contact Zoe Simpson, Advanced clinical Practitioner leads for neurology, neuromuscular and ketogenic diet (Zoe.simpson@gosh.nhs.uk)
Main duties of the job
To work within a multidisciplinary team involved in the patient's care providing a research and quality clinical service to in and outpatients care to patients with neuromuscular conditions across the paediatric age range 0-21 years. A You will work within the neuroscience dietetic team who cover neurology, epilepsy, ketogenic diet and neuromuscular.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Registered as a Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Additional masters level training in area related to dietetics or healthcare
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in general paediatric knowledge
- Significant experience working in clinical paediatrics at band 6/7 level including neurology.
- Ability to provide weekend cover of the service
- Ability to contribute to the development of dietetic practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of neuromuscular conditions e.g. spinal muscular dystrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good communications skills including written and oral presentation and communication skills
- Excellent computer literacy and the ability to use different programmes e.g.: Word, excel
- Strong team working with many health care professionals
- Good time management
- Ability to adapt to new ways of working which is beneficial to the service
Desirable
- Experience in research/ audit/ teaching
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Registered as a Dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Additional masters level training in area related to dietetics or healthcare
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in general paediatric knowledge
- Significant experience working in clinical paediatrics at band 6/7 level including neurology.
- Ability to provide weekend cover of the service
- Ability to contribute to the development of dietetic practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of neuromuscular conditions e.g. spinal muscular dystrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good communications skills including written and oral presentation and communication skills
- Excellent computer literacy and the ability to use different programmes e.g.: Word, excel
- Strong team working with many health care professionals
- Good time management
- Ability to adapt to new ways of working which is beneficial to the service
Desirable
- Experience in research/ audit/ teaching
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Stree
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
