Advanced Paediatric Dietitian
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Lancaster, LA1 4RPView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 November 2026
14 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunityhas arisen for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Advanced Paediatric Dietitianto jointhe Nutrition and Dietetic Service in Uni...
The post will cover both inpatient and outpatient work and you will responsible for managing a complex caseload covering a wide range of clinical areas including nutrition support, enteral feeding, gastroenterology, food allergies and feeding problems for infants, children and young people. We work very closely with the entire paediatric MDT, including consultants, specialist nurses, ward and support staff as well as health visitors, children's community nurses and speech and language therapists.This post offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal development. You will have the opportunity to lead on audit and also be involved in student training. We can offer flexible working patterns and working days/hours. Applicants must be HCPC registered dietitians.
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Successful candidate is required to attend assessment centre for face to face interview
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.
Education and Qualifcations
Essential
- HCPC Registered Dietitian
- BSc Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics approved by the British Dietetic Association
- Post graduate Paediatric Dietetic Qualification(s)/Experience
Desirable: - Leadership / Management Qualification; - Accredited training in risk assessment & management
Experience
Essential: - Post registration experience at Specialist or above level in Paediatric Dietetics; - Experience as a supervisor / mentor of registered and student dietitians
Desirable: - Leadership and first line management experience.; - Research and clinical audit experience
Skills, ability and knowledge
Essential
- Dietetic knowledge, skills and experience at specialist level or above.
- Ability to work autonomously and set own prioriries.
- Supervisory and appraisal skills
- Ability to build effective working relationships and teams
- Advanced assessment, observation, evaluation and reporting skills.
- Knowledge and in depth understanding of current best practice in Paediatric Dietetics
- Detailed knowledge of health and social care legislation and guidelines e.g. Department of Health documents, National Clinical Guidelines and their application to Dietetic practice.
- Detailed knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application.
- Written and oral communication skills in English sufficient to communicate effectively with patients.
- Ability to manage work pressures and identify when support is required.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work flexibly
- Ability to travel between the Trust sites as required
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, innovative, flexible
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
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First seen
20 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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