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Community Dietitian
The closing date is 27 May 2026
Ready for your next big step? We're looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and confident dietitian who's excited to make a real impact in the community. If you thrive working independently and love being part of a supportive, close-knit team, this could be the perfect role for you.
You will be joining a friendly, supportive team of 7 dietitians and 4 dietetic assistants, with dedicated secretarial and admin support. We hold regular team meetings and supervision, and there are plenty of opportunities for CPD to help you stay up to date for HCPC registration.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
The Community Dietitian role is a part-time position of 15 hours per week, for a period of 9 months to cover maternity leave within the team.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
This part time fixed-term community post is based in the beautiful coastal area of East Dorset, offering a varied and rewarding caseload across adults and children (aged 2+). No two days will look the same—you will be working in GP surgeries, outpatient clinics, care homes, and people's own homes, supporting individuals with a wide range of nutritional needs including overweight, malnutrition, IBS, food allergy/intolerance, selective eating. There is also the opportunity to work from home as part of our flexible working policy.
Professional Development
We will support you to take the lead in a specialist area of interest within the department, with training available if needed. You will also play a key role in supporting and supervising Dietetic Assistants and contributing to student training.
You will collaborate closely with colleagues across health and social care, and may attend safeguarding meetings, professional discussions, and team‑around‑the‑child or family meetings. There will also be opportunities to deliver training to other professionals in areas such as malnutrition and weight management.
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
For any queries, please contact philliparyan@nhs.net or nadine.hodgson3@nhs.net
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward‑looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.
Person Specification
Professional Requirements
* BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent qualification
* HCPC Registered
Business travel
* Subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act, must be able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
Experience
* Wide range of post registration dietetic experience e.g. diabetes, oncology, basic paediatrics, enteral feeding
* Paediatric work experience
* Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
* Committed to personal and professional development.
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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