Job summary 37.5 hours per week. Job share/ part-time working considered. 12 month fixed term post with potential to be extended. Are you passionate about reducing malnutrition and improving continuity of care for patients across inpatient stroke and neurology settings? Do you want to be part of an enthusiastic, supportive, high performing MDT supporting patients with complex nutritional needs within Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust? Main duties of the job To be a specialist dietitian within inpatient Stroke and Neurology settings, including the Hyperacute and Acute Stroke Unit and Stroke Rehabilitation The prime function of the role is to provide clinical expertise in supporting the delivery of high standards of dietetic care for patients with stroke and neurological impairments to maximise their nutritional requirements at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust To manage own caseload and to provide a high standard of assessment, management, treatment and advice to meet the needs of patients. To work with other members of the Multidisciplinary team in the development of the service. To represent the Dietetic Team and contribute to the development of the wider Therapy service within Clinical Therapies. About us DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ communities. We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers. Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Pro Rata Per Annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 272-6973400 Job locations Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster DN2 5LT Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential Degree in Dietetics or Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics Relevant Post Registration training in specialist area HCPC UK Registered Dietitian Desirable Post graduate study in appropriate clinical and non-clinical areas Membership of the British Dietetic Association Membership of relevant special interest groups Keyboard and internet skills Knowledge and Experience Essential Clinical experience of working with a broad range of patients across of a variety of settings Understanding of professional ethics and application in practice Evidence of ongoing CPD Desirable Development and delivery of training programmes / nutritional initiatives Experience of training dietetic students and assistants 2 years post registration experience in dietetics education and research skills Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to work to deadlines and use own initiative Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues Able to cope with difficult situations Motivated and enthusiastic Seeks to develop an understanding of different groups and individuals and ensures equitable and appropriate treatment for all Effective presentation skills Conveys written information clearly and accurately to a wide range of recipients Speaks confidently, conveying clear messages to a wide range of listeners Well organised methods of working Ability to facilitate projects and initiatives Desirable Ability to acknowledge own limitations and seek assistance / support as appropriate Flexible / adaptable / innovative Behaviour change motivational interviewing skills Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential Degree in Dietetics or Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics Relevant Post Registration training in specialist area HCPC UK Registered Dietitian Desirable Post graduate study in appropriate clinical and non-clinical areas Membership of the British Dietetic Association Membership of relevant special interest groups Keyboard and internet skills Knowledge and Experience Essential Clinical experience of working with a broad range of patients across of a variety of settings Understanding of professional ethics and application in practice Evidence of ongoing CPD Desirable Development and delivery of training programmes / nutritional initiatives Experience of training dietetic students and assistants 2 years post registration experience in dietetics education and research skills Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to work to deadlines and use own initiative Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues Able to cope with difficult situations Motivated and enthusiastic Seeks to develop an understanding of different groups and individuals and ensures equitable and appropriate treatment for all Effective presentation skills Conveys written information clearly and accurately to a wide range of recipients Speaks confidently, conveying clear messages to a wide range of listeners Well organised methods of working Ability to facilitate projects and initiatives Desirable Ability to acknowledge own limitations and seek assistance / support as appropriate Flexible / adaptable / innovative Behaviour change motivational interviewing skills 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 Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT Address Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster DN2 5LT Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)