Job summary
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and dynamic Band 7 Dietitian to provide high-quality specialist dietetic input to adults with learning disabilities, their families and carers in Tower Hamlets.This post covers part of the clinical workload of our substantive full-time Band 7 Dietitian, whose hours are reducing to 0.6 WTE. The successful candidate will work closely with the existing Band 7 Dietitian and wider MDT to deliver timely, evidence-based nutritional care to a complex and diverse caseload.This is a fixed-term role for 3 years (0.4 WTE), with potential for flexible working patterns.
Main duties of the job
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Manage a specialist caseload of adults with learning disabilities requiring dietetic intervention, including those with obesity, malnutrition risk, swallowing difficulties, disordered eating or complex comorbidities.
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Provide tailored dietetic advice to service users, families, carers, and care providers in a range of settings (home visits, supported living, residential and nursing placements, day services).
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Develop and deliver accessible healthy eating resources and training in collaboration with the MDT.
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Contribute to MDT meetings, joint care planning, and safeguarding processes.
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Promote health equality and facilitate access to mainstream dietetic services where appropriate.
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Record and evaluate interventions using evidence-based outcome measures.
About us
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.
You will be part of a supportive, skilled and multi-disciplinary service comprising community nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, speech and language therapists, and social workers. The Tower Hamlets CLDS works closely with mainstream and acute services to promote inclusion and improve health outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.ELFT is an Outstanding-rated Trust with a strong reputation for Quality Improvement and professional development. You will have access to peer supervision across the Trust's dietetic network, as well as regular clinical supervision from the Professional Development Lead Dietitian.
Job description
Job responsibilities
(Condensed from full job description for advert full JD will be attached)
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Provide comprehensive nutritional assessment and treatment planning, including anthropometric, biochemical, clinical and dietary analysis.
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Deliver specialist weight management, nutrition support, dysphagia-related dietary modification, and interventions for complex eating behaviours.
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Liaise effectively with GPs, acute trusts, community teams and other health and social care providers.
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Lead the development of easy-read resources and culturally appropriate dietary materials.
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Provide education and training for carers, families, and professionals on diet and nutrition for people with learning disabilities.
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Participate in service development, audit, and quality improvement projects.
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Uphold HCPC and BDA professional standards, Trust policies, safeguarding requirements, and equality and diversity principles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
(Condensed from full job description for advert full JD will be attached)
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Provide comprehensive nutritional assessment and treatment planning, including anthropometric, biochemical, clinical and dietary analysis.
-
Deliver specialist weight management, nutrition support, dysphagia-related dietary modification, and interventions for complex eating behaviours.
-
Liaise effectively with GPs, acute trusts, community teams and other health and social care providers.
-
Lead the development of easy-read resources and culturally appropriate dietary materials.
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Provide education and training for carers, families, and professionals on diet and nutrition for people with learning disabilities.
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Participate in service development, audit, and quality improvement projects.
-
Uphold HCPC and BDA professional standards, Trust policies, safeguarding requirements, and equality and diversity principles.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualification/ Training
Essential
- A four-year undergraduate first or a two year post graduate degree in Nutrition & Dietetics
- UK registered with Health Professional Council
- Member of the British Dietetic Association
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a Dietitian
Desirable
- Experience of working within the community setting
- Relevant broad dietetic experience as a junior dietitian across a range of clinical areas
- Experience in the provision oral nutrition support (i.e. fortification, sip feeds)
- Experience in learning disability dietetics - understanding of individual needs, communication needs, co morbidities
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate training Dietetics
Desirable
- Post registration training or experience in psychological approaches to patient care i.e. CBT
Other
Essential
- Is able to demonstrate a good understanding of general dietetics
- Can demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills
- Is able to prioritise workload and is flexible in approach
- Is able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Can demonstrate different approaches to communicating, both as individuals and in groups
Person Specification
Education/ Qualification/ Training
Essential
- A four-year undergraduate first or a two year post graduate degree in Nutrition & Dietetics
- UK registered with Health Professional Council
- Member of the British Dietetic Association
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a Dietitian
Desirable
- Experience of working within the community setting
- Relevant broad dietetic experience as a junior dietitian across a range of clinical areas
- Experience in the provision oral nutrition support (i.e. fortification, sip feeds)
- Experience in learning disability dietetics - understanding of individual needs, communication needs, co morbidities
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate training Dietetics
Desirable
- Post registration training or experience in psychological approaches to patient care i.e. CBT
Other
Essential
- Is able to demonstrate a good understanding of general dietetics
- Can demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills
- Is able to prioritise workload and is flexible in approach
- Is able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Can demonstrate different approaches to communicating, both as individuals and in groups
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
East London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Community Learning Disability Service
2nd Floor Beaumont House
Mile End Hospital, Bancroft Rd
E1 4DG
Employer's website
https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
