Job overview We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Community Dietitian to join our supportive Community Dietetics Team. This role is ideal for someone eager to develop specialist skills in the dietary management of Type 2 and gestational diabetes while making a real impact in the community. You will manage your own caseload, providing high‑quality 1:1 consultations across outpatient, community and remote settings, as well as delivering engaging group education sessions. Strong communication and behaviour‑change skills will help you empower patients to better understand and self‑manage their diabetes. We are seeking a Dietitian who is keen to learn, proactive in improving practice and passionate about enhancing patient experience. You will contribute to service development through audit, evaluation and use of patient feedback, and work closely with diabetes specialist colleagues and the wider MDT. If you are compassionate, proactive and ready to make a real difference to people living with diabetes, we would love to hear from you. Advert Responsible for a defined clinical case load of adult patients, with Type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes who may have other clinical conditions and needs. To be a confident dietetic practitioner for patients seen in outpatient clinics, in their own home or in care homes. Provide advice by telephone and other digital services such as video consultations as appropriate to patients. Provide group education sessions to patients with diabetes and other medical conditions and work with other health professionals to ensure advice is appropriate to meet patient’s needs. Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively with patients, families and carers to ensure understanding of condition and enable patients to self-manage their diet. This requires persuasive, motivational and counselling skills to overcome barriers to change. Liaises with community teams, diabetes specialist team and staff to provide an integrated approach to patient care. Identifies areas for improvement or efficiency and actively participates in the development of the service to patients in the community and to diabetes care. Contributes as a team member of the department and participates in department developments, clinical governance issues, clinical audits, projects and professional development meetings. Working for our organisation At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool! We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see job description and person specification for full details and contact Julia Frank if you would like to discuss the role further. Please note - Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa's) should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK