Dietitian

York (North Yorkshire)

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Posted: 16 June

The role

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has risen for Band 5 Dietitian to join The Community Adult Eating Disorders Service.

Due to the fixed-term nature of the post, applications are welcomed from registered dietitians with an active HCPC registration, to support timely service delivery.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual who is able to work with the wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT), with our partners in Acute Trusts, and other important stakeholders.

The aim of our Specialist Eating Disorders Team is to provide non-judgmental timely support for adults and their families who may require specialist support to recover from an eating disorder, so they can build confidence enabling them to live their lives.

The service also embraces a culture of service user participation.

Wellbeing of colleagues and working collaboratively is essential as we see this as an important aspect to keeping our staff happy at work.

This post provides an opportunity to work as part of a broader and supportive team of Dietitians working within a specialist mental health and learning disabilities NHS Foundation Trust.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit

Main duties of the job

Promotes and maintains safety, privacy, and dignity of all service user in the delivery of person-centred care, recognising and respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs.

Undertakes dietetic assessments and develops dietary care plans ., identify and manage dietary intake for service users at risk of re-feeding syndrome.

Responsible for ensuring the highest professional standards and attitudes towards the care of service users are always maintained and that care is delivered in accordance with Guidelines, Access and Waiting Time Standards, and the Trust's Values and behaviours by all members of the team.

Assesses service user, including those with complex needs and develops, implements, and evaluates intervention plans as part of the MDT.

Provides updates and reports on service user progress at clinical meetings and makes recommendations to inform the clinical decision-making process regarding service user care as part of the MDT.

Maintain up to date knowledge and competency in the skills required to perform safely and effectively in the role. Undertake relevant training (including statutory and mandatory training) and be responsible for personal development agreed with the line manager and in line with the requirements of the AFC Knowledge and Skills Framework.

About us

Our Dietetic Team is the largest and most established Specialist Mental Health/LD dietetic team in the UK and has strong links with the British Dietetic Association. We have a robust clinical and management supervision structure and support and promote continued professional training and development.

Details

Date posted

16 June 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

346-NYA-094-26-A

Job locations

Huntington House

Jockey Lane

York

YO32 9XW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Appropriate professional qualification in dietetic role or pending

Current relevant registration with HCPC or pending

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) level 7 for international recruits

Desirable

Post graduate training in relevant specialist area

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a wide variety of dietetic practice areas whilst on student placements

Desirable

Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism

Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Knowledge

Essential

Awareness of professional standards and their application to practice

Understanding of the needs of service users with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities

Desirable

Knowledge of evidence- based practice in designated specialist area

Clinical risk assessment and application in practice

Skills

Essential

Record keeping and report writing

Collaborating with service users and carers/ families in accordance with principles of co-production

Good observational skills and ability to describe such observations verbally and in writing

Able to work flexibly and co operatively as part of a team

Delegates tasks appropriately

Apply latest research evidence and evaluative thinking in practice

Ability to adapt treatment using own initiative

Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers

Ability to work on own in a variety of settings using initiative appropriately

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to prioritise own workload

Completion of Preceptorship programme and Competency framework within 1 year of starting post or pending

Desirable

Experience of providing effective teaching, training

Experience of providing Clinical supervision

Experience of leading group sessions

Personal attributes

Essential

Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours

Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.

Able to engage with vulnerable people and work effectively in distressing and challenging circumstances

Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team

Able to use own initiative and make decisions independently as appropriate to the band

Committed to continual quality and service improvement

Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities

Committed to promoting a positive image of the Dietetic Service

Self aware and committed to professional and personal development. Able to reflect and critically appraise own performance and accept and respond positively to feedback from supervision

Other

Essential

Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need.

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