Senior Specialist Dietitian for Oncology and Surgery
Senior Specialist Dietitian for Oncology and Surgery role at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
Overview
Job Summary: Are you an experienced Dietitian ready to take the next steps in your career? Are you keen to further develop your specialist knowledge, leadership and service development skills? Become a Senior Specialist Dietitian at UHBW where you will play a crucial role in leading, developing and delivering high-quality nutritional care to patients within Oncology and Surgery at Weston General Hospital.
Why Weston General Hospital
Weston General Hospital is part of UHBW, providing high-quality care to the community in Weston-super-Mare. The hospital collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and offers opportunities for professional development and clinical practice advancement.
What we offer
Access to CPD opportunities, specialist training, and leadership pathways; a supportive and collaborative environment; flexi time working; monthly protected time; monthly team breakfasts; excellent transport links to Bristol, Bath, and beyond. We support a healthy work-life balance with access to the Somerset coastline.
Role and Responsibilities
The Role
* Provide expert dietetic assessment and intervention for complex oncology and surgical cases.
* Work closely with consultants, specialist nurses, and the wider MDT to optimise patient outcomes.
* Lead and develop specialist dietetic services within oncology and surgery, influencing patient pathways and service delivery.
* Support the development of junior staff and students, sharing expertise and passion for dietetics.
* Contribute to research, service improvement projects, and policy development in specialist nutrition.
What We're Looking For
* HCPC registration and significant post-registration experience in dietetics.
* Specialist knowledge in oncology and/or surgery, with a passion for advancing nutritional care in these areas.
* Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide a dedicated team and others within the department.
* Ability to adapt quickly to established systems and contribute innovative ideas to enhance service delivery.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* HCPC registration
* Degree/postgraduate qualification in nutrition and dietetics
* Evidence of extensive postgraduate training relevant to post
* Clinical supervisory skills course
* Postgraduate diploma/MSc or equivalent evidence of advanced dietetic practice
* PENG Group Clinical Update Course and/or Behaviour Change Course
Desirable Qualifications
* BDA membership
* Teaching qualification
Knowledge and Experience
* Significant clinical experience in nutritional support/therapy in oncology and/or surgery, chronic disease management, and enteral nutrition support; substantial senior-level experience
* Experience of working in a multi-professional team
* Experience of training dietetic students at all grades
* Experience of audit and/or quality assurance
* Experience of supervising junior staff
* Experience of working in a multicultural setting
Desirable Knowledge
* Experience of producing protocols and procedures
* Experience implementing guidance or policy
* Research and development experience
Skills and Abilities
* Advanced communications skills (oral, written, interpersonal)
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Teaching/presentation skills for undergraduate to postgraduate levels
* Computer skills including databases, Excel, and dietary analysis programs
* Advanced analytical and clinical reasoning skills
* Behavioural and motivational interviewing skills
Aptitudes
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Ability to maintain effective working relationships across professions
* Flexibility; reflective practice; ability to process highly complex information
* Ability to deal with challenging behaviours of patients, carers and students
* Promotes professional interests
Disclosure and Sponsorship
This post requires safeguarding checks and is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for more information.
Details
Date posted: 28 August 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pa pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Weston General Hospital, Grange Road, Uphill, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 4TQ
Employer
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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