Specialist Paediatric Dietitian
The closing date is 28 May 2026
Are you looking for an opportunity to develop or advance your paediatric dietetic career? If you have some experience of paediatrics and would like the opportunity to develop your skills further or you are already working within paediatrics we would love to hear from you! We are looking for a full‑time permanent Band 6 dietitian to join our specialist paediatric team at University Hospitals Dorset.
The successful candidate would be providing cover to the general paediatric wards and general outpatient clinics. The role involves working with a wide range of paediatric in and outpatients and their families, including, but not limited to oncology, allergy, coeliac, weight management and enteral feeding. Some experience of working with a paediatric caseload is essential.
The role is currently based at Poole Hospital site of UHD. However we anticipate the relocation of services including the paediatric service to a brand‑new, purpose‑built women's and children’s unit on the Royal Bournemouth Hospital site, with an expected completion date in 2026/7.
We work very closely with the entire paediatric MDT, including consultants, specialist nurses, psychologists, ward and support staff as well as health visitors and children’s community nurses.
Interview date: 5th June 2026
Main duties of the job
This post offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal development. The department is committed to CPD and we offer a wide range of in‑house specialist training.
You will be invited to regular professional update meetings across the whole dietetic team and we are closely connected with our colleagues across Dorset holding a Dorset wide education and networking event twice yearly.
You will have the opportunity to work on audit and also be involved in student training. You will be very well supported in developing your skills and knowledge according to your needs by the specialist colleagues within each area.
We would love to hear from you if you have experience in paediatrics and would be very happy to have a conversation about specific areas of interest as well how your skill set fits with our service.
We are committed to flexible working and would be happy to offer this post as a job share so please get in touch if this is something you would like to explore.
Qualifications
* BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics or Post‑Graduate Diploma in Dietetics.
* Post‑Graduate Paediatric dietetic training.
Experience
* At least 1 year experience of working in paediatrics within the NHS.
* Experience of working as part of a paediatric MDT.
* Experience of advanced communication skills including motivational interviewing and encouraging behavioural change.
* Experience in giving clinical education to staff, students or assistants and giving constructive feedback.
Skills
* Up‑to‑date with evidence based professional practice and research.
* Able to present information, written and verbal, in a clear & logical manner.
* Ability to organise, prioritise & delegate.
* Able to cope in a stressful environment and with emotional or stressed patients and families.
* Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence based nutritional care in paediatrics.
Knowledge
* Sound knowledge of a wide range of paediatric dietetic practice areas (including but not limited to faltering growth, allergy, coeliac, oncology, and nutrition support).
* Evidence of paediatric related CPD, including attendance at post‑graduate courses.
Personal Attributes
* To be able to work successfully within a team.
* To be able to work autonomously within professional and trusts code of conduct.
* To be self‑motivated, flexible and reliable and to respond positively to change.
* To be empathetic and have the ability to have sensitive conversations.
* Excellent problem‑solving skills.
* Able to reflect on and appraise own performance.
* Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role.
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.
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