Job summary Farndale Ward is a busy 23 bedded Acute Medical Unit. Nutritional assistants are vital in helping patients with their diet and nutrition to help them get better. This position will involve supporting patients with their dietary needs and referring to Dieticians as needed. We are looking for Nutritional Assistants with: an interest in science and food an interest in people and their lifestyles a positive and motivating attitude an understanding approach patience organisation skills communication skills You do not need to have experience in this role as we will provide you with all the information you require but care experience is preferred. Main duties of the job You will be: Helping patients to choose their meals Assisting patients with meals and drinks Referrals to Dieticians and Speech and Language Team Weighing patients Any other Care Support Assistant tasks as required Ordering catering supplies for the ward About us At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development. An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees. Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 421-LTUCC-1960R Job locations Harrogate District Hospital Lancaster Park Road Harrogate HG2 7SX Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this position please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this position please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education to GCSE level or equivalent Care Certificate or required to undertake Care Certificate and complete within 12 weeks (pro rata for part time) Desirable NVQ level II in Health and Social Care Food hygiene certificate Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a caring profession Desirable Previous experience of working in a caring environment involving food, catering, nutrition Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education to GCSE level or equivalent Care Certificate or required to undertake Care Certificate and complete within 12 weeks (pro rata for part time) Desirable NVQ level II in Health and Social Care Food hygiene certificate Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a caring profession Desirable Previous experience of working in a caring environment involving food, catering, nutrition 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 Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Address Harrogate District Hospital Lancaster Park Road Harrogate HG2 7SX Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)