Community Paediatric Dietitian
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Carshalton, SM5 1JL
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
20 September 2026
16 days left
Job description
Are you passionate about supporting children and families to live healthier, happier lives? Do you enjoy working closely with parents, GPs, and other ...
The post for Community Paediatric Dietitian sits within Children's Services and the post holder will be responsible for the nutrition and dietetic management of community paediatric clients registered with a Sutton GP under the care of Sutton Health and Care. You will provide a dietetic service to a caseload of children with general dietetic requirements.You will be required to provide dietetic care to a caseload of children with general dietetic requirements and will advise their carers in a range of locations including clinic settings, special or mainstream schools or at home. This role is one of an autonomous practitioner but also involves joint liaison with other professionals involved with the child and their families both within health and other agencies.
Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.
The recruiting team reserve the right to close this advertisement early once applications reach maximum limit.
This role gives you the autonomy to manage your own caseload, backed up by the support of a close-knit team. You'll be part of an integrated care model that really does put patients at the centre. We'll support you with:
- Ongoing training and CPD opportunities (including ARFID).
- A collaborative, friendly MDT environment.
- NHS benefits, discounts and wellbeing support.
We're looking for someone who
- Is HCPC-registered with a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.
- Has experience in paediatric nutrition (bonus points if you've worked with infants and families in a community setting).
- Brings excellent communication skills and a person-centred approach.
- Is confident working independently but enjoys being part of a team.
If you're excited about using your dietetic skills to improve the lives of children and families, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today - or if you'd like to find out more, meet the team, or arrange an informal visit, please get in touch.
Qualifications and experience
Essential
- Degree in Dietetics/Post graduate qualifications
- Experience in Paediatrics dietetics
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- BDA member
- Member of BDA paeds group
Experience
Essential
- Significant years of post qualification experience with appropriate experience in paediatric dietetics or community dietetics
- Understanding of the importance of effective multidisciplinary working
Desirable
- Experience of audit and research
- Experience in training others
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Basic IT Skills: word, email, internet
Desirable
- Knowledge of basic audit and quality tools
- Understanding of enteral feeding in children
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Ability to deliver presentations and training as required
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
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
4 September 2026
Last checked
4 September 2026
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