About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has risen for Band 5 Dietitian to join The Community Adult Eating Disorders Service.
Due to the fixed-term nature of the post, applications are welcomed from registered dietitians with an active HCPC registration, to support timely service delivery.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual who is able to work with the wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT), with our partners in Acute Trusts, and other important stakeholders.
The aim of our Specialist Eating Disorders Team is to provide non-judgmental timely support for adults and their families who may require specialist support to recover from an eating disorder, so they can build confidence enabling them to live their lives.
The service also embraces a culture of service user participation.
Wellbeing of colleagues and working collaboratively is essential as we see this as an important aspect to keeping our staff happy at work.
This post provides an opportunity to work as part of a broader and supportive team of Dietitians working within a specialist mental health and learning disabilities NHS Foundation Trust.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Main duties of the job
Promotes and maintains safety, privacy, and dignity of all service user in the delivery of person-centred care, recognising and respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs.
Undertakes dietetic assessments and develops dietary care plans e.g., identify and manage dietary intake for service users at risk of re-feeding syndrome.
Responsible for ensuring the highest professional standards and attitudes towards the care of service users are always maintained and that care is delivered in accordance with Guidelines, Access and Waiting Time Standards, and the Trust's Values and behaviours by all members of the team.
Assesses service user, including those with complex needs and develops, implements, and evaluates intervention plans as part of the MDT.
Provides updates and reports on service user progress at clinical meetings and makes recommendations to inform the clinical decision-making process regarding service user care as part of the MDT.
Maintain up to date knowledge and competency in the skills required to perform safely and effectively in the role. Undertake relevant training (including statutory and mandatory training) and be responsible for personal development agreed with the line manager and in line with the requirements of the AFC Knowledge and Skills Framework.
About us
Our Dietetic Team is the largest and most established Specialist Mental Health/LD dietetic team in the UK and has strong links with the British Dietetic Association. We have a robust clinical and management supervision structure and support and promote continued professional training and development.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Appropriate professional qualification in dietetic role or pending Current relevant registration with HCPC or pending International English Language Testing System (IELTS) level 7 for international recruits
Desirable
Post graduate training in relevant specialist area
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a wide variety of dietetic practice areas whilst on student placements
Desirable
Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge Essential
Awareness of professional standards and their application to practice Understanding of the needs of service users with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities
Desirable
Knowledge of evidence- based practice in designated specialist area Clinical risk assessment and application in practice
Skills Essential
Record keeping and report writing Collaborating with service users and carers/ families in accordance with principles of co-production Good observational skills and ability to describe such observations verbally and in writing Able to work flexibly and co operatively as part of a team Delegates tasks appropriately Apply latest research evidence and evaluative thinking in practice Ability to adapt treatment using own initiative Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers Ability to work on own in a variety of settings using initiative appropriately Ability to work under pressure Ability to prioritise own workload Completion of Preceptorship programme and Competency framework within 1 year of starting post or pending
Desirable
Experience of providing effective teaching, training Experience of providing Clinical supervision Experience of leading group sessions
Personal attributes Essential
Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers. Able to engage with vulnerable people and work effectively in distressing and challenging circumstances Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team Able to use own initiative and make decisions independently as appropriate to the band Committed to continual quality and service improvement Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities Committed to promoting a positive image of the Dietetic Service Self aware and committed to professional and personal development. Able to reflect and critically appraise own performance and accept and respond positively to feedback from supervision
Other Essential
Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need.
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 Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address Huntington House
Jockey Lane
York
YO32 9XW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)