Job summary We are currently welcoming applications for a full-time Dietetic Assistant Practitioner to join our developing Dietetic team. This full-time post is an exciting opportunity for someone who has an interest in mental health and nutrition. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Prior experience of working in the mental health and/or social care field, together with health care professionals and interacting with service users and carers is desirable along with a keen interest in nutrition and its importance in health and wellbeing. You will need to be proficient using computers including Microsoft Office software and have experience managing databases and therefore have proficient numeracy skills, along with strong organisational and prioritising skills. This position offers opportunity to further develop these skills and more in a supportive environment. Main duties of the job The post is based at The Harbour, Blackpool which is a 154 bedded Adult Mental Health Inpatient unit. The team comprises of speech and language therapists and occupational therapists and is led by a multidisciplinary management team. We work closely with colleagues in community dietetics and eating disorder services in order to provide the best care for service users. The successful candidate must be able to effectively manage their own time, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. An interest in working with mental health inpatients and their families is essential.As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south. About us Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care. The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area. Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview. For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT. Date posted 10 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 351-FYL591-MF Job locations The Harbour Blackpool FY4 4FE Job description Job responsibilities For more details on this vacancy please review the attached job description and person specification. For an informal discussion please contact Margaret Michael (AHP Associate Director)Email: margaret.michaellscft.nhs.uk or Sushma Kamat (Specialist Mental Health Dietitian)Email: sushma.kamatlscft.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities For more details on this vacancy please review the attached job description and person specification. For an informal discussion please contact Margaret Michael (AHP Associate Director)Email: margaret.michaellscft.nhs.uk or Sushma Kamat (Specialist Mental Health Dietitian)Email: sushma.kamatlscft.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English Foundation Degree in Nutrition or equivalent Knowledge Essential Knowledge and interest in nutrition Experience Essential Experience of working in a hospital environment or with patients/carers. Experience of working in a clinical setting. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English Foundation Degree in Nutrition or equivalent Knowledge Essential Knowledge and interest in nutrition Experience Essential Experience of working in a hospital environment or with patients/carers. Experience of working in a clinical setting. 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. Employer details Employer name Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Address The Harbour Blackpool FY4 4FE Employer's website https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)