Job Summary
As part of the Nutrition and Dietetic Service providing care to a multi‑cultural and diverse population, deliver a high standard dietetic service in the community and acute mental health setting. Perform comprehensive dietetic assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions. Support patients with mental health needs to improve their physical health and well‑being. Undertake clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner, holding responsibility for own caseload of specialist and complex patients. Conduct evidence‑based audit and research projects to advance own and the team’s clinical practice. Be aware of line‑manager clinical governance issues. Contribute to health promotion activities within the service and wider Trust initiatives.
Main Duties
* Provide clinical dietetic service within designated mental health sites and help develop the nutritional service in those areas.
* Manage a safe and efficient caseload of patients through assessment and prioritisation.
* Give complex nutritional advice to patients, carers and clinicians based on clinical evidence.
* Contribute to the multidisciplinary team in decision‑making on all aspects of dietetic intervention.
* Translate complex scientific, medical, biochemical and nutritional information into simple, practical advice for individuals and carers, both one‑to‑one and in group settings.
* Communicate with other healthcare professionals regarding nutrition‑related prescriptions and management of patients, including the provision of information and education where necessary.
* Coordinate safe discharge‑planning and follow‑up of patients requiring artificial nutritional support in the community.
* Advise and liaise with catering staff concerning the dietary needs of specialist patients.
* Take ownership of organising and planning own clinical caseload, adjusting plans as situations change.
About Us
Collect accurate data for service reporting, audit and SLA monitoring, completing RiO/other patient‑based system data in a timely manner and fully complying with data quality requirements.
Keep patient and other confidential data secure in line with Trust policy.
Ensure the safe and competent use of equipment, through teaching and supervision of practice.
Be aware of Health and Safety aspects of work and implement any necessary policies, reporting accidents promptly to senior staff and ensuring equipment safety.
Support any Dietetic Service plans and comply with organisational and departmental policies and procedures, reviewing and updating them as appropriate.
Attend mandatory training and keep up to date with organisational requirements.
Undertake any other duties considered appropriate by the Service manager.
Details
* Date posted: 25 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
* Band: Band 6
* Salary: £44,485 to £52,521 per annum (Pro Rata) including HCAS
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 9 months
* Working pattern: Part‑time
* Reference number: 391‑NMUH‑7586412
* Job location: St Michael's Site, Gater Drive, Enfield, EN2 0JB
Job Responsibilities
* Maintain own competency through relevant CPD activities and a CPD portfolio.
* Apply evidence‑based practice, developing specialist dietetic knowledge of particular conditions and patient types and using critical appraisal skills to evaluate emerging evidence and research.
* Supervise student dietitians or dietetic support workers under senior staff supervision, as appropriate.
* Participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee and comply with agreed personal development programmes.
* Appraise the dietetic assistant where appropriate.
* Measure and evaluate own work through evidence‑based practice projects, audit and outcome measures, individually or with senior clinicians.
* Implement National, Service and Organisational policies and guidance relevant to the role.
* Liaise with catering services regarding individual patient requirements, resolving catering issues on wards or in the Day Hospital.
* Participate in any statutory inspections involving nutrition and dietetic standards.
Person Specification
Essential
* Education: BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics or Postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Nutrition and Dietetics.
* Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.
* Commitment to advanced clinical and professional development.
* At least 6 months of broad postgraduate dietetic experience, including experience in mental health.
* Experience in group work, working as part of a team, and providing both oral and enteral nutritional support.
* Broad clinical experience across a variety of areas, including inpatient nutrition support.
* Presentations to groups/teaching other Healthcare Professionals.
* Ability to prioritise, organise and work in a busy environment with excellent time‑keeping skills.
* Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes.
* Able to demonstrate a high level of clinical reasoning.
* Supportive of other staff and a strong team player.
* Good communication skills, able to present information (written and oral) clearly.
* Ability to apply behaviour change/motivational interviewing techniques.
* Fluent in written and spoken English.
Desirable
* Additional qualification or BDA‑accredited courses or equivalent in‑house training (e.g. PENG clinical update, membership of special interest group).
* Student training/supervisory skills.
* Active participation in an audit or project.
* Good IT skills.
* Driving licence / ability to drive to other sites.
Personal Qualities and Attributes
* Effective interpersonal skills, including assertiveness and negotiation.
* Positive attitude to change.
* Self‑motivated to achieve personal and professional goals to an excellent standard appropriate to the role.
* Ability to recognise and challenge unacceptable behaviour, acting appropriately using effective interpersonal skills.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Employer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: St Michael's Site, Gater Drive, Enfield, EN2 0JB
Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Home Health Care Services
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