Job summary
- Main area
- Dietetics
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity leave cover)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 223-SAD-021
- Employer
- The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Corridor G, William Farr House
- Town
- Shrewsbury
- Salary
- £47,810 - £54,710 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/01/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Highly Specialist Acute Dietitian
NHS AfC: Band 7
Job overview
Due to maternity leave, we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated band 7 Dietitian to join our Dietetic team as clinical lead for the acute service at Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust for a fixed term of 12 months.
We are looking for experienced individuals to lead our band 5 and 6 Dietitians in the acute Dietetic team on both acute hospital sites. The successful candidate will provide clinical expertise using the latest evidence-based practice to a wide variety of patients across all the wards. You will also clinically support the Nutrition Team and work collaboratively with our other clinical band 7 Dietitians to provide a high quality of care across all clinical areas.
The team is actively involved in dietetic student training placements and there is scope for the successful candidate to contribute significantly in this.
You will be part of a friendly, forward thinking and supportive team working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment. High quality patient care is at the forefront of our decision making and we are enthusiastic about welcoming new ideas.
Informal discussions about this post are welcomed.
Main duties of the job
- To lead the team in assessing, diagnosing, interpreting and managing a caseload of often complex patients
- To be a role model for the team in driving expertise within this area.
- To support the team in their development and provide training within the hospital as needed.
- To complete audits to demonstrate clinical effectiveness and provide evidence in line with demand and capacity methodology.
Working for our organisation
Join us at the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person specification
Education
Essential criteria
- Degree in Dietetics
- HCPC registered
- Member of BDA
Experience
Essential criteria
- Extensive experience in relevant clinical area
- Experience in audit and outcome measures
- Ability to demonstrate leadership skills
- Evidence of service development
- Evidence of teaching and presentation skills
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD
- Ability to demonstrate current relevant NHS Strategy
- Significant understanding of clinical governance
- ability to demonstrate advanced level of clinical reasoning
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
- Sarah Thomas
- Job title
- Team Manager - Dietetics
- Email address
- [email protected]
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Anchorage Avenue
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
- Telephone
- 01743 492402
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