Job Summary
Do you have a genuine passion for supporting people living with obesity? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated band 4 Dietetic Associate Practitioner to join our dynamic team within Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management.
The role will involve working with the Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to support patients to lose weight and improve their health and wellbeing. You will provide tailored, evidence-based Dietetic advice and support to patients who access the service. Clinical supervision and support will be provided by the Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management Dietitians.
This is a rewarding and challenging post. The postholder should ideally have experience of supporting patients living with obesity and complex health conditions. Excellent time management skills are essential, as is accurate record keeping within electronic patient records.
Main duties of the job
The ability to use a range of communication methods and behaviour change approaches are key attributes required for the role. The postholder should also have a good understanding of the complexity of obesity and the challenges associated with supporting people to implement dietetic changes.
You will be based in the vibrant, cultural city of Hull, which is continuing to thrive after being awarded City of Culture in 2017. The post will be based at Marfleet Health Centre in Hull; however, the successful applicant will also be expected to work from various other bases across the city.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact David Scott- Tier 3 Weight Management Advanced Specialist Dietitian on 07816645339 or email david.scott43@nhs.net.
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Date posted
06 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£26,530 to £29,114 a year pa/pr
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
810-7049195
Job locations
Marfleet Group Practice
Hull
HU9 5HH
Job Description
Responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Evidence of competencies appropriate to the job
* Relevant qualifications appropriate to the post
* Possession of relevant NVQ 3 qualification or equivalent health related
Knowledge Essential
* Excellent verbal communication and listening skills with patients/colleagues/carers
* Legible written communication skills
* A good understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to clinical and service area e.g. Mental Capacity Act
* Understanding of rehabilitation concepts
* Knowledge of multi-disciplinary working
* Able to co-ordinate a team of support staff
* Good organisational skills
* Ability to prioritise day-to-day activities with occasional input from the line manager
* Effective time management
* Able to work alone and as part of a team
Desirable
* Information technology skills
* Experience of group working
Experience Essential
* Previous experience as a therapy assistant or health care assistant
* Experience of working with people with physical and/or mental health problems
* Understanding of confidentiality
* Effective interpersonal and organisational skills
* Ability to communicate formally and informally
* Enthusiastic, motivated and able to work without direct supervision, prioritising own workload and using own initiative, knowing when to refer issues to the relevant registered professional
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.
Employer details
Employer name
City Health Care Partnership CIC
Address
Marfleet Group Practice
Hull
HU9 5HH
Employer's website
https://www.chcpcic.org.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr