Job summary
- Main area
- Dietitian
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed Term/ Secondment from November 2026 to November 2027)
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 360-C-11813
- Employer
- West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Watford General Hospital
- Town
- Watford
- Salary
- £51,657 - £58,785 pa inc HCA
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 08/10/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Band 7 - Medical Dietitian, Nutrition and Dietetics
Band 7
Job overview
We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Dietitian to join the Dietetic Department at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, on a 12-months fixed-term basis.
As an integral part of the Multidisciplinary Team of Specialist Nurses and Consultants, you will take the advanced dietetic lead role in the provision of dietetic services to gastroenterology and medical inpatients at Watford General Hospital.
The successful applicant will be a source of clinical expertise for Dietetic colleagues and will take a clinical lead in the training of student Dietitians and the supervision of junior staff.
The interviews are scheduled to take place on 19th October 2026.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality expert assessment, management and education for patients requiring specialist dietetic and nutritional intervention, using evidence-based practice and working in accordance with best practice guidelines for acutely ill patients.
You will lead on research and development by initiating, planning and undertaking clinical audits and research projects to evaluate and develop the specialist dietetic service. You will also produce evidence-based resources, protocols, policies and guidelines.
The department is committed to providing a quality service, promoting evidence-based practice, audit and CPD. There are opportunities for training and development and clinical supervision, together with regular journal clubs and study sessions.
Working for our organisation
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact [email protected]
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Person specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential criteria
- Degree or post graduate diploma in nutrition/dietetics.
- HCPC registered dietitian.
Desirable criteria
- Member of BDA.
- Member of the BDA specialist group e.g. GIG.
Knowledge:
Essential criteria
- Post graduate study in specialist area of dietetics e.g. PENG course.
Experience:
Essential criteria
- Substantive post registration clinical experience.
- Experience in gastroenterology.
- Sound knowledge of current dietetic issues relating to management of critically ill patients.
- Involvement in relevant specialist interest group e.g. Gastroenterology Group, PEN Group.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of providing leadership to a clinical team.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Meghna Mapara
- Job title
- Therapy Team Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01923217200
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