Job summary Are you looking to work in a fast-paced, acute hospital environment? In a department where flexible working is supported? With colleagues who are forward thinking and innovative? Where you will be valued and encouraged to develop and succeed? Then we would love to invite you to apply for this position Due to internal promotion, an opportunity has arisen to join our friendly, enthusiastic and motivated team of dietitians and three dietetic assistants who together cover all clinical areas of the hospital. Our team have a strong ethos of support and working together. We have recently experienced a lot of internal promotions and have welcomed back old staff members that missed working with such a fantastic group of people. We have regular social events including shared lunches, summer picnics, baking competitions and holiday quizzes. We are committed to supporting the ongoing personal and professional development of our staff and you would be provided with regular CPD opportunities. The department is dedicated to student training and you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in facilitating student learning. From the day you arrive, we are committed to your continued success. Main duties of the job Some of your duties will include: 1. To work as an autonomous Dietitian providing assessment, management and educationfor patients requiring dietetic and nutrition intervention.2. To work closely with the dietetic and multi-disciplinary team.3. To assist and participate in training students and health care professionals on nutritionand dietetics.4. To participate in audit and service improvement projects. About us We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 a year per annum (pro rata for part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number 390-CSS-BA-9525 Job locations Basildon Nethermayne Basildon SS16 5NL Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for an enthusiastic dietitian with HCPC registration who has good communication skills and can demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion, and respect. Please refer to the job description and personal specification attached. You will be based at Basildon Hospital which entitles you to an additional 5% HCA fringe to your salary. Basildon Hospital is part of Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust and hosts several specialist clinical areas, including The Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, the Regional Vascular Unit as well as the regions Specialist Centre for Critical Care. You will be pleasantly surprised by the area, and travel could not be easier with excellent road and rail links as well as being close to three international airports. The train journey from London takes just 35 minutes, with just a short walk to the hospital. Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for an enthusiastic dietitian with HCPC registration who has good communication skills and can demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion, and respect. Please refer to the job description and personal specification attached. You will be based at Basildon Hospital which entitles you to an additional 5% HCA fringe to your salary. Basildon Hospital is part of Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust and hosts several specialist clinical areas, including The Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, the Regional Vascular Unit as well as the regions Specialist Centre for Critical Care. You will be pleasantly surprised by the area, and travel could not be easier with excellent road and rail links as well as being close to three international airports. The train journey from London takes just 35 minutes, with just a short walk to the hospital. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in Dietetics Registration with the HCPC Desirable Experience in a range of clinical specialties Member of British Dietetic Association Experience Essential Completed Student Training period or already employed in UK practice Experience of working within acute NHS settings Experience in multidisciplinary/multi-agency working Desirable Experience in dietetic outpatient settings Skills Essential Good written communication skills - demonstrated through application form Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in Dietetics Registration with the HCPC Desirable Experience in a range of clinical specialties Member of British Dietetic Association Experience Essential Completed Student Training period or already employed in UK practice Experience of working within acute NHS settings Experience in multidisciplinary/multi-agency working Desirable Experience in dietetic outpatient settings Skills Essential Good written communication skills - demonstrated through application form 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Basildon Nethermayne Basildon SS16 5NL Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)