Job summary Are you interested in promoting good nutrition and hydration in older adults? Thrive on the opportunity to educate others in nutrition? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to become part of the Dietetic Team in Powys, as a Dietetic Support Worker. You will be part of a new project to develop Nutritional Pathways for people who are living with Frailty. Following appropriate training, your role would support the delivery of high-quality nutritional care to patients with frailty as a part of the Dietetic Team. Under supervision, you will support patients to meet their nutritional needs by developing and providing care plans with a focus on 'Food First' or other nutrition related issues. Other roles may include group education sessions to nursing and care staff with some administrative responsibilities. Opportunities to be part of audit and to work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team is encouraged. We welcome applicants who want to embrace flexible working opportunities with strong communication skills, a compassionate nature, and a genuine interest in promoting health and well-being among older adults. Main duties of the job To deliver community-based nutrition intervention for service users in a variety of settings under the direction of appropriate senior qualified staff. To nutritionally assess and provide nutritional care plans to patients in a variety of settings under the direction of appropriate senior qualified staff. To manage telephone calls appropriately and relay messages accurately and in a timely fashion. To represent the Dietitians at events and meetings as appropriate. To participate at team meetings. To work safely and appropriately in an unsupervised capacity as part of the Dietetic team. To undertake activities alone within the community setting in accordance with the Lone Worker Policy. About us Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being. To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum (pro rata if part time) Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 070-ACS010-0225 Job locations Newtown Hospital Llanfair Rd Newtown SY16 2DW Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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. THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER. Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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. THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject or significant skills, knowledge and experience equivalent to level 3 Good knowledge of Nutrition and Health Desirable Level 3 Diploma in Dietetic Support or working towards this Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Certificate or working towards this Knowledge of special diets Aptitudes and abilities Essential Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good interpersonal skills Numerate - able to do simple calculations Ability to work with people with diverse social needs in community settings Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines Ability to use full range of Microsoft packages or similar Ability to work independently and as part of a team Basic cooking skills Desirable ability to speak welsh Experience Essential Experience working with people Experience of working in a team Desirable working with people in community groups experience supporting therapists experience delivering presentations to groups experience dealing with confidential or sensitive data Values Essential Commitment to learning and development Ability to empathise and motivate other Essential Ability and willingness to travel across Powys as required by role Adaptable and willing to work flexibly to meet needs of service Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject or significant skills, knowledge and experience equivalent to level 3 Good knowledge of Nutrition and Health Desirable Level 3 Diploma in Dietetic Support or working towards this Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Certificate or working towards this Knowledge of special diets Aptitudes and abilities Essential Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good interpersonal skills Numerate - able to do simple calculations Ability to work with people with diverse social needs in community settings Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines Ability to use full range of Microsoft packages or similar Ability to work independently and as part of a team Basic cooking skills Desirable ability to speak welsh Experience Essential Experience working with people Experience of working in a team Desirable working with people in community groups experience supporting therapists experience delivering presentations to groups experience dealing with confidential or sensitive data Values Essential Commitment to learning and development Ability to empathise and motivate other Essential Ability and willingness to travel across Powys as required by role Adaptable and willing to work flexibly to meet needs of service 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 Powys Teaching Health Board Address Newtown Hospital Llanfair Rd Newtown SY16 2DW Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)