Job summary
We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Dietitian or qualifying student dietitian to join the acute team within the experienced dietetic team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
The Trust and our Department are committed to the provision of outstanding patient care by outstanding people. We are a friendly and supportive department which encourages innovation and take part in research. We are committed to professional development of staff and take pride in enabling our staff to develop their professional interests - offering opportunities to experience a range of specialties including bariatrics, stroke, diabetes, paediatrics and oncology.
Relocation expenses may be payable to the successful candidate providing eligibility criteria is met. This will be discussed with short-listed candidates during their interview
Please visit the video link below to provide you with an insightas to why you should come and join our fantastic therapy department at MTW!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhVNSbkYkX8
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for a varied and challenging caseload including general medicine, orthopaedics and care of the elderly. In addition, you will run regular outpatient clinics, contribute to the induction programmes for other health care professionals and participate in clinical audit.
You will have the support of senior dietitians and have the opportunity to develop and enhance your dietetic skills in a variety of specialties including respiratory, stroke, gastroenterology and surgery. You will have regular supervision and the opportunity to attend relevant external training courses. We have an established student training programme for A, B and C placements in which you will be involved and there will be opportunities to contribute to audits and service development.
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.
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.
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
- BSc.(Hons) or Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics or equivalent qualification or qualifying student
- Current state registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) - or qualifying student
Desirable
- Member of the British Dietetic Association
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working with a variety of inpatients in the acute inpatient setting in NHS, or equivalent
- Experience of conducting outpatient clinics
- Experience working with groups of patients
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Up-to-date clinical knowledge of the nutritional management of a variety of clinical conditions based on current best practice
- Good knowledge of national policies and procedures relating to nutrition and dietetics
- Good knowledge of the principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience post graduation
- Experience of contributing to service development initiatives and participating in clinical audit
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit
- Experience of teaching and training others
Skills
Essential
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Good analytical and reflection skills
- Able to prioritise and manage own workload to achieve deadlines
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Good IT skills (Microsoft word, PowerPoint, data collection tools)
Desirable
- Counselling skills or training in behaviour change techniques
- Use of dietary analysis packages
- Competent to use specialist equipment for anthropometric assessment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc.(Hons) or Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics or equivalent qualification or qualifying student
- Current state registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) - or qualifying student
Desirable
- Member of the British Dietetic Association
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working with a variety of inpatients in the acute inpatient setting in NHS, or equivalent
- Experience of conducting outpatient clinics
- Experience working with groups of patients
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Up-to-date clinical knowledge of the nutritional management of a variety of clinical conditions based on current best practice
- Good knowledge of national policies and procedures relating to nutrition and dietetics
- Good knowledge of the principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience post graduation
- Experience of contributing to service development initiatives and participating in clinical audit
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit
- Experience of teaching and training others
Skills
Essential
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Good analytical and reflection skills
- Able to prioritise and manage own workload to achieve deadlines
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Good IT skills (Microsoft word, PowerPoint, data collection tools)
Desirable
- Counselling skills or training in behaviour change techniques
- Use of dietary analysis packages
- Competent to use specialist equipment for anthropometric assessment
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
