Dietitian Assistant
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Priory Hospital Southampton
Compensation: £9,855 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Southampton is looking to recruit a Dietitian Assistant to join the team. This is a 15 hours per week role.
Set within beautiful, landscaped gardens, Priory Hospital Southampton’s tranquil environment offers therapeutic and recovery-focused residential treatment for those suffering from a number of mental health conditions. We can support adult males and females with acute mental health needs, as well as eating disorders.
Priory’s acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas.
What you\'ll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Dietician Assistant, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.
* Support dietitians in planning and preparing nutrition programs and meal plans.
* Assist with gathering and organizing patient dietary information and medical histories.
* Help educate clients on proper nutrition and healthy eating habits under supervision.
* Prepare materials and resources for nutrition counseling sessions.
* Monitor inventory of dietary supplies and ensure proper food storage and hygiene standards.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you\'ll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
Candidates should have a background or interest in nutrition, dietetics, or a related health field, with prior experience in a healthcare or food service environment being an advantage. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to work well in a team. Basic knowledge of dietary guidelines and food safety practices is preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and some positions may require certification or coursework in nutrition or dietetics.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
* Free on-site parking
* Supplemented meals
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
* Enhanced maternity pay
* Contributory pension scheme
* Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
* Access to development opportunities
* Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
* Leadership & management development
* Long service award
* Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.
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