Job summary THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST. Are you interested in nutrition, health and weight management, and looking to develop your skills in an exciting role? Then come and join our dynamic Dietetic team based in North Wales A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Dietetic Assistant to facilitate the delivery of the Level 2 Adult Weight Management Service across Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB). The service aligns to the All Wales Weight Management Pathway at Level 2, and offers evidence based opportunities for people in North Wales who wish to lose weight to improve their health. Main duties of the job The Dietetic Assistant will support the Dietitians in their development, implementation, delivery and evaluation of best practice in relation to the Level 2 Weight Management Service across the Health Board, working as an integral member of, and in partnership with multi-agency teams. The current team includes a Service Lead, Team Lead Dietitians, Specialist Dietitians, Dietetic Assistants and Admin support, working across the Health Board. You will also remain a key member of the wider dietetic team, joining an enthusiastic and friendly team of over 80 dietitians and assistants delivering services in acute and primary care, and public health and delivering clinical placements for students. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-ACS142-0325 Job locations Clwyd Alyn Building 72 Ffordd William Morgan St Asaph LL17 0JD Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3 e.g. NVQ related to Health & Social Care, or working towards, (or equivalent); Documented evidence of participation in training activities Desirable Membership of professional body and/or special interest group. Degree in nutrition related subject. Experience / Knowledge Essential Understanding of the role of the Dietitian. Relevant experience working within health, social or education settings. Basic knowledge of some conditions that could impact upon nutrition and weight in adults, relevant to the role. Self-motivation for Continued Professional Development Desirable Experience in working directly with people. Experience in clinical and/ or catering establishment. Basic knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance. Awareness of Health & Safety legislation & practices. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3 e.g. NVQ related to Health & Social Care, or working towards, (or equivalent); Documented evidence of participation in training activities Desirable Membership of professional body and/or special interest group. Degree in nutrition related subject. Experience / Knowledge Essential Understanding of the role of the Dietitian. Relevant experience working within health, social or education settings. Basic knowledge of some conditions that could impact upon nutrition and weight in adults, relevant to the role. Self-motivation for Continued Professional Development Desirable Experience in working directly with people. Experience in clinical and/ or catering establishment. Basic knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance. Awareness of Health & Safety legislation & practices. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Clwyd Alyn Building 72 Ffordd William Morgan St Asaph LL17 0JD Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)