Job summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated practitioner to support the delivery of nutritional care for children who are tube-fed at home. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a registered dietitian, providing support to children and their families, ensuring that nutritional plans are followed, and that feeding is safe, effective, and personalised to each child's needs. We require someone to work up to 30 hours/week over 5 days (Mon-Fri) and will consider school hours. Key Responsibilities Act as a key point of contact for children who are tube fed and their families, offering guidance and reassurance on feeding practices, nutrition plans, and equipment usage Educate and train families and caregivers on the correct procedures for administering tube feeds, troubleshooting common issues, and maintaining feeding equipment Provide practical support, helping families to adjust to the tube feeding process and ensuring they feel confident in their child's care Support and monitor the implementation of individualised nutritional care plans, developed by the registered dietitian, for children with complex medical needs. Reporting any concerns to the dietitian Ensure that families have the necessary equipment and supplies Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to feeding equipment Liaise with schools and other care settings Communicate effectively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless care for each child Main duties of the job BAND 4 Please see attached job description and personal specification for full description of role, responsibilities and requirements. About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust: We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time, Term time hours Reference number 389-24-6711662 Job locations Nutrition & Dietetics Dept, Block C2, St Lukes Hospital Little Horton Lane Bradford BD5 0NA Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and personal specification for full description of role, responsibilities and requirements. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and personal specification for full description of role, responsibilities and requirements. Person Specification Other Essential Current UK Driving Licence AND access to own transport Aware that the post may require you to work across the Bradford locality in a variety of locations and settings (including schools) & will include some lone working. Experience Essential Teaching experience to either patients or staff Experience of working in a community or health setting (not necessarily in dietetic capacity) Desirable Experience of working as a dietetic assistant practitioner Experience of carrying out nutritional screening and dietetic assessments Skills Essential Good organisational and time management skills, able to use own initiative. Including independantcaseload management of a delegated caseload. Effective written and oral communication skills Team player, flexible, adaptable Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment, including emotional or aggressive patients and carers Able to assess, monitor and review basic patient treatment plans. Competent with a range of IT packages including Microsoft Office Communication skills including observation, listening, empathy, negotiating and empowering Able to work unsupervised where necessary Desirable Skills in electronic patient record keeping including SystmOne Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Knowledge of the roles of other professionals in community care settings and the principles of partnership working Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues. Ongoing evidence of learning and development Desirable Understanding of enteral tube feeding Language relevant to the population of Bradford District and Craven Knowledge of different cultural aspects (e.g food, culture, beliefs etc) around Bradford District and Craven Qualifications Essential Relevant Foundation degree, or BTEC higher diploma or QCF level V qualification in health studies or related subject Desirable Courses relevant to nutrition or dietetics Person Specification Other Essential Current UK Driving Licence AND access to own transport Aware that the post may require you to work across the Bradford locality in a variety of locations and settings (including schools) & will include some lone working. Experience Essential Teaching experience to either patients or staff Experience of working in a community or health setting (not necessarily in dietetic capacity) Desirable Experience of working as a dietetic assistant practitioner Experience of carrying out nutritional screening and dietetic assessments Skills Essential Good organisational and time management skills, able to use own initiative. Including independantcaseload management of a delegated caseload. Effective written and oral communication skills Team player, flexible, adaptable Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment, including emotional or aggressive patients and carers Able to assess, monitor and review basic patient treatment plans. Competent with a range of IT packages including Microsoft Office Communication skills including observation, listening, empathy, negotiating and empowering Able to work unsupervised where necessary Desirable Skills in electronic patient record keeping including SystmOne Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Knowledge of the roles of other professionals in community care settings and the principles of partnership working Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues. Ongoing evidence of learning and development Desirable Understanding of enteral tube feeding Language relevant to the population of Bradford District and Craven Knowledge of different cultural aspects (e.g food, culture, beliefs etc) around Bradford District and Craven Qualifications Essential Relevant Foundation degree, or BTEC higher diploma or QCF level V qualification in health studies or related subject Desirable Courses relevant to nutrition or dietetics 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 Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Nutrition & Dietetics Dept, Block C2, St Lukes Hospital Little Horton Lane Bradford BD5 0NA Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)