Job summary
- Main area
- Rotational Dietitian
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 37.5 hours per week (Full time - 37.5 hours per week)
- Job ref
- 040-AHP095-0826
- Employer
- Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Grange University Hospital
- Town
- Cwmbran
- Salary
- £32,557 - £39,631 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/08/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Rotational Dietitian
Band 5
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Job overview
This vacancy sits within our comprehensive and supportive Rotation Programme. The post holder will work as a key member of the ABUHB Dietetic & Weight Management Service, fulfilling a vital role delivering dietetic care within inpatient settings, outpatient clinics and patient education groups. They will participate fully in the rotation philosophy, gaining maximum benefit from time spent in each speciality, from training and education provided and from mentoring by Specialist Dietitians. This is a great opportunity to build on current knowledge in a variety of dietetic specialities and settings
The post provides an opportunity to learn and develop skills in a supportive environment. Regular protected CPD time is included as part of an individual workplan. Clinical Supervision and Preceptorship are offered to all band 5 dietitians. As applicable, training opportunities to include BDA modules, MI training, teaching qualifications and specialist group education are supported and funded.
Staff within our Rotation Programme will be encouraged to engage in audit and research. We welcome participation in our annual ABUHB Dietetic Showcase event by either assisting in the organisation of the event, producing a poster of taking part in presenting.
Requests for part-time working may also be able to be considered
Main duties of the job
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a large mixed (acute and community) Health Board covering 5 local authority boroughs; Torfaen, Newport, Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly and Monmouthshire. In 2021 the Grange University Hospital was opened to provide specialist acute and critical care.
The Dietetic & Weight Management Service currently operates a varied Rotation Programme across the Health Board at the Grange University Hospital, our enhanced local general hospitals, community hospitals, primary care and public health settings. The successful candidate will be allocated to any vacant rotations we have available at the time, with opportunity to rotate again in April 2027
Please see an attached copy of the rotation directory for full details of what each rotation can offer.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description, Person Specification and a list of the rotations that form part of the Band 5 Rotation Programme - attached within the supporting documents
Person specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- BSc Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent qualification at degree level
- HCPC
Desirable criteria
- Clinical Educators Course with experience of using the BDA CAT tool
- BDA registration or equivalent
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
Experience
Essential criteria
- Post qualification experience in the relevant field
- Experience of presentations and teaching session skills
- Recent NHS Experience
Desirable criteria
- Some experience of a large scale catering establishment
Other
Essential criteria
- Able to develop and plan, setting priorities and meeting deadlines
- Able to deal with distressed patients / clients and carers
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
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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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Emma Jenkins
- Job title
- Deputy Head of Nutrition & Dietetics
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07773187130
- Additional information
Please contact us via the above details, if you have any queries about this post.
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