Job summary We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Dietitian or qualifying student dietitian to join the acute team within the experienced dietetic team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. The Trust and our Department are committed to the provision of outstanding patient care by outstanding people. We are a friendly and supportive department which encourages innovation and is committed to professional development of staff. Relocation expenses may be payable to the successful candidate providing eligibility criteria is met. This will be discussed with short-listed candidates during their interview Please visit the video link below to provide you with an insightas to why you should come and join our fantastic therapy department at MTW https://www.youtube.com/watch?vGhVNSbkYkX8 Main duties of the job You will be responsible for a varied and challenging caseload including general medicine, orthopaedics and care of the elderly. In addition, you will run regular outpatient clinics, contribute to the induction programmes for other health care professionals and participate in clinical audit. You will have the support of senior dietitians and have the opportunity to develop and enhance your dietetic skills in a variety of specialties including respiratory, stroke, gastroenterology and surgery. We have an established student training programme for A, B and C placements in which you will be involved and there will be opportunities to contribute to audits and service development. About us Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs. Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:o At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).o Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefitso Blue Light card eligibilityo And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below Date posted 25 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9359-25-0282 Job locations Tunbridge Wells Tonbridge Road Tunbridge Wells TN2 4QJ Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children) At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children) At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma or Degree in Dietetics Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council(HCPC) Desirable Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) or other body conferring professional insurance Experience Essential Experience of working with a variety of inpatients in the acute inpatient setting Experience of conducting outpatient clinics Experience working with groups of patients Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team Experience of teaching and training others Up-to-date clinical knowledge of the nutritional management of a variety of clinical conditions based on current best practice Good knowledge of national policies and procedures relating to nutrition and dietetics Good knowledge of the principles of clinical governance Desirable Clinical experience post graduation Experience of contributing to service development initiatives and participating in clinical audit Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit Skills Essential Excellent oral and written communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening and empathy skills Good analytical and reflection skills, and commitment to engage in CPD and the appraisal process Able to prioritise and manage own workload to achieve deadlines Ability to work independently and be self-motivated Good time management and organisational skills Good IT skills (Microsoft word, PowerPoint, data collection tools) Desirable Counselling skills or training in behaviour change techniques Use of dietary analysis packages Competent to use specialist equipment for anthropometric assessment Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma or Degree in Dietetics Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council(HCPC) Desirable Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) or other body conferring professional insurance Experience Essential Experience of working with a variety of inpatients in the acute inpatient setting Experience of conducting outpatient clinics Experience working with groups of patients Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team Experience of teaching and training others Up-to-date clinical knowledge of the nutritional management of a variety of clinical conditions based on current best practice Good knowledge of national policies and procedures relating to nutrition and dietetics Good knowledge of the principles of clinical governance Desirable Clinical experience post graduation Experience of contributing to service development initiatives and participating in clinical audit Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit Skills Essential Excellent oral and written communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening and empathy skills Good analytical and reflection skills, and commitment to engage in CPD and the appraisal process Able to prioritise and manage own workload to achieve deadlines Ability to work independently and be self-motivated Good time management and organisational skills Good IT skills (Microsoft word, PowerPoint, data collection tools) Desirable Counselling skills or training in behaviour change techniques Use of dietary analysis packages Competent to use specialist equipment for anthropometric assessment 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Address Tunbridge Wells Tonbridge Road Tunbridge Wells TN2 4QJ Employer's website https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)