Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic dietitian with a passion and interest in Paediatric Dietetics to join our forward-thinking and friendly paediatric Dietetic Team. Based at Dorset County Hospital (DCH), in Dorchester, the historic county town of Dorset, we are responsible for providing a dietetic service to children and young people who live in West Dorset, with the majority of our population living in Weymouth, Dorchester, Bridport and Blandford Forum, but also the surrounding rural area.
Although it would be ideal if you had some paediatric experience and/or are working at band 6 level, we would consider fast track to band 6 for a suitable band 5 candidate who is interested in a career in paediatric dietetics. We would also welcome colleagues who are returning to the profession. We are open to discussion regarding the final remit for this role in relation to the areas of cover within acute wards, outpatient clinics and home enteral nutrition caseloads.
Main duties of the job
We cover a variety of outpatient clinics including general dietetics, cystic fibrosis, home enteral nutrition patients. We provide a service to children from 0-18 years who are admitted to Kingfisher ward and will soon be providing a service to SCBU. The specific role of this post will be dependant upon further discussion with the successful candidate.
About us
The dietetic department in Dorset County Hospital is an expanding team who provide a seamless service to both acute and community services. Our Paediatric team are involved in multi-disciplinary clinics for children with diabetes, cystic fibrosis, coeliac condition, and allergy; this also involves regular combined working with tertiary services from Southampton. We hold several general paediatric dietetic clinics and provide a service to Kingfisher ward which admits children from birth to 18 years of age. We also have a special care baby unit. We provide a service to around 50 children and young people requiring home tube feeding. We are a friendly and supportive team and work closely with the team of approximately 13 paediatricians and the various children's nurses and therapy services. We also provide training placements for student dietitians.
The department has close links with the paediatric teams in Southampton and Salisbury. We work closely with the adult dietetic team in DCH who cover both acute and community services including nutrition support, oncology, diabetes, stroke and provide the regional kidney services. We also have an excellent team of supportive administrative staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent qualification as a dietitian
- Current registered dietitian status with HCPC
Desirable
- Post-registration training or experience in paediatric dietetics
- Post-graduate qualifications in paediatric dietetics including BDA paediatric modules 1 and 2
- Basic training in communication and behaviour change
- Clinical Supervisory Skills course
- Teaching qualification or experience of delivering education to groups
- Evidence of CPD
- Motivational interviewing or behaviour change course
- Child protection training
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 18 months - 2 years post registration experience
- Knowledge of the BDA and HCPC standards that govern dietetics.
Desirable
- Experience of working at Band 6 level
- Previous experience of paediatric dietetics
- Knowledge of child development
- Wide ranging clinical dietetic experience
- Experience of leading on a specified element of a service.
- Experience of training student Dietitians
- Sound clinical knowledge relating to paediatric dietetics
- Evidence of interest in paediatric dietetics
- Experience in training other healthcare professionals
- Experience of writing policy/guidelines
- Experience of conducting audit or research
- Experience of managing staff
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Able to implement the BDA Nutritional Care Process
- Competent written communication skills
- Evidence of using personalised care approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work alone and as part of the multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of excellent time management skills; flexibility, ability to prioritise work, use initiative to complete projects and meet deadlines
- Understanding of clinical governance as it relates to dietetic practice
- Understanding of confidentiality as it relates to dietetic practice
- A working knowledge of Microsoft and NHS computer systems including technology for delivery of virtual services
- Able to travel to community settings for outreach work
- Confident, self-motivated and innovative
- Flexible, able to set priorities and meet deadlines
- Able to deal with distressed patients/clients and carers
- Demonstrates a commitment to achieving a high standard of work
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to act as a mentor to student dietitians and clinically support/line manage junior staff
- An understanding of audit and research in relation to dietetic practice
- Ability to participate in a working from home rota
- Evidence of ability to use initiative but recognise limits
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent qualification as a dietitian
- Current registered dietitian status with HCPC
Desirable
- Post-registration training or experience in paediatric dietetics
- Post-graduate qualifications in paediatric dietetics including BDA paediatric modules 1 and 2
- Basic training in communication and behaviour change
- Clinical Supervisory Skills course
- Teaching qualification or experience of delivering education to groups
- Evidence of CPD
- Motivational interviewing or behaviour change course
- Child protection training
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 18 months - 2 years post registration experience
- Knowledge of the BDA and HCPC standards that govern dietetics.
Desirable
- Experience of working at Band 6 level
- Previous experience of paediatric dietetics
- Knowledge of child development
- Wide ranging clinical dietetic experience
- Experience of leading on a specified element of a service.
- Experience of training student Dietitians
- Sound clinical knowledge relating to paediatric dietetics
- Evidence of interest in paediatric dietetics
- Experience in training other healthcare professionals
- Experience of writing policy/guidelines
- Experience of conducting audit or research
- Experience of managing staff
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Able to implement the BDA Nutritional Care Process
- Competent written communication skills
- Evidence of using personalised care approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work alone and as part of the multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of excellent time management skills; flexibility, ability to prioritise work, use initiative to complete projects and meet deadlines
- Understanding of clinical governance as it relates to dietetic practice
- Understanding of confidentiality as it relates to dietetic practice
- A working knowledge of Microsoft and NHS computer systems including technology for delivery of virtual services
- Able to travel to community settings for outreach work
- Confident, self-motivated and innovative
- Flexible, able to set priorities and meet deadlines
- Able to deal with distressed patients/clients and carers
- Demonstrates a commitment to achieving a high standard of work
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to act as a mentor to student dietitians and clinically support/line manage junior staff
- An understanding of audit and research in relation to dietetic practice
- Ability to participate in a working from home rota
- Evidence of ability to use initiative but recognise limits
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).
