Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered Dietitian to lead the Nutrition and Dietetic Team and service at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells (MTW) NHS Trust.
As the Clinical Manager for this service you will provide supportive operational, clinical and professional leadership and management, and maintain a clinical caseload within an agreed area of specialism. This post will ensure the provision of a high quality, responsive professional leadership.
You will also work alongside the Clinical Director of Therapies and other Clinical Managers on operational and strategic planning and development of the therapy service
This role will provide you with excellent professional and personal development opportunities
The Dietetic service provides specialist services across the acute Trust including: an acute inpatients and outpatient service, stroke, bariatrics, adult diabetes, oncology and paediatrics.
You will be required to lead on the development and implementation of patient-centred pathways and other service improvement initiatives.
We are a friendly, supportive and innovative department with a commitment to patient-centred care and best practice.
If this sounds like an exciting step within your career, then we would love to read your application or have the opportunity to discuss this with you further
Main duties of the job
Please visit the video link below to provide you with an insight as to why you should come and join our fantastic therapy department at MTW!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhVNSbkYkX8
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?
We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
o At least 27 days of annual leaveplus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).o Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefitso Blue Light card eligibilityo And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level.(Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please emailmtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.netif this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level.(Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please emailmtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.netif this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Allied Health Professional with HCPC .
- Degree in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent
- Recognised management / leadership qualification or equivalent experience.
- Communication skills training
- Clinical Supervisory Skills Course
- Further training in areas of clinical speciality
Desirable
- BDA Membership
- Counselling qualification
Experience and knowldge
Essential
- Post graduate experience at a senior band or with a good variety of managerial and clinical experience
- Experience of managing and leading staff
- To have relevant staff training experience
- Evidence of multi-agency and partnership working
- Clinical audit experience
- Supporting the development of others
- Extensive and sound clinical knowledge of all areas of specialist dietetic provision based on current best practice.
- High level of clinical expertise within speciality area of competence
- Knowledge of current issues and research relating to dietetics.
- A clear understanding of Clinical governance issues and controls assurance standards
- A clear understanding of the modernisation agenda and the role of the Allied Health Professions have within the NHS plan to influence service development and achieve targets
- Full understanding of HCPC statement of Conduct.
Desirable
- Budget management experience
- Service development experience including the writing of business cases
Skills
Essential
- Ability to operate at a strategic overview level
- Sound influencing and negotiating skills
- Ability to chair and lead MTW working groups
- Excellent communication skills including written and presentation.
- Proven ability to function as part of a team
- Ability to work independently and be self motivated
- Audit skills
- Ability to critically appraise and reflect on situations
- Skilled in time management prioritising workload and self management
- Good range of specialised Nutrition and Dietetics skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Allied Health Professional with HCPC .
- Degree in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent
- Recognised management / leadership qualification or equivalent experience.
- Communication skills training
- Clinical Supervisory Skills Course
- Further training in areas of clinical speciality
Desirable
- BDA Membership
- Counselling qualification
Experience and knowldge
Essential
- Post graduate experience at a senior band or with a good variety of managerial and clinical experience
- Experience of managing and leading staff
- To have relevant staff training experience
- Evidence of multi-agency and partnership working
- Clinical audit experience
- Supporting the development of others
- Extensive and sound clinical knowledge of all areas of specialist dietetic provision based on current best practice.
- High level of clinical expertise within speciality area of competence
- Knowledge of current issues and research relating to dietetics.
- A clear understanding of Clinical governance issues and controls assurance standards
- A clear understanding of the modernisation agenda and the role of the Allied Health Professions have within the NHS plan to influence service development and achieve targets
- Full understanding of HCPC statement of Conduct.
Desirable
- Budget management experience
- Service development experience including the writing of business cases
Skills
Essential
- Ability to operate at a strategic overview level
- Sound influencing and negotiating skills
- Ability to chair and lead MTW working groups
- Excellent communication skills including written and presentation.
- Proven ability to function as part of a team
- Ability to work independently and be self motivated
- Audit skills
- Ability to critically appraise and reflect on situations
- Skilled in time management prioritising workload and self management
- Good range of specialised Nutrition and Dietetics skills
Desirable
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).
