Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Dietitian who would like to work as part of a team delivering a wide range of nutrition and dietetic care within the Stroke Pathway in Cornwall. This vacancy is for a permanent Band 6 inpatient Dietitian post (17 hours per week) working in Camborne Redruth Community Hospital.
The remit will be to contribute to the service under the guidance of the lead dietitian, professional lead and operational manager. This will require input to patients and staff across a large geographical community area through one-to-one consultations and the engagement of multi-professional colleagues in the implementation of practice. You will also be responsible for the supervision and management of dietetic assistants, band 5 Dietitians and contribute to student placements. This role is open to applicants currently completing Return to Practice and awaiting HCPC registration.
Responsibilities
* To work as a senior autonomous practitioner providing dietetic support and advice to patients and Health Professionals with a wide clinical remit.
* To manage junior staff and support the lead and professional Dietitians.
* To contribute to policy development.
* To develop appropriate resources as required.
* To keep accurate records in accordance with CFT and Health Professions Council regulations/policy.
About us
We\'re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people\'s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you\'ll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust, including doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff. We work in people\'s homes, in community clinics and bases, with some staff working from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner. Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. In the summer and during other holidays, lots of people visit the area, increasing demand for our services.
Details
Date posted: 11 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year Pro Rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 201-25-630-A
Job locations: Camborne Redruth Community Hospital, Barncoose Terrace, Redruth, TR15 3ER
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Qualifications and experience
* Current professional Registration - HCPC.
* Diploma/Degree in Dietetics.
* Specialist Dietetic Training at Post graduate diploma level or relevant equivalent experience gained through substantial advanced clinical practice.
* A teaching qualification or experience of teaching groups.
* Actively participate in, and record, CPD activities and in-service training.
Skills and knowledge
* An ability to evaluate and report on complex data
* Demonstrate an understanding of stroke and how this may impact on the nutritional and dietetic needs of an individual.
Ability and teamwork
* An ability to demonstrate best dietetic practice for a range of conditions.
* An ability to assess success and write reports.
* An ability to communicate with a wide range of people and using differing medias.
* An ability to work effectively within teams
Disclosures
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.
UK registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Camborne Redruth Community Hospital
Barncoose Terrace
Redruth
TR15 3ER
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