Community Dietitian

Join to apply for the Community Dietitian role at NHS 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job Summary Community Dietitian – This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Dietetic service across the Borough of Waltham Forest while working within the Nutrition & Dietetic team. The post holder will consolidate and gain wider experience in a range of services including nutrition support, diabetes, health promotion and will also mentor students within NELFT. Newly qualified Dietitians will be fully supported via individual supervision sessions, adult team meetings and the NELFT preceptorship programme which lasts between 9–12 months. The candidate must have the following: HCPC registration Recognised Dietetic degree qualification or equivalent Clinical knowledge & experience across a variety of disease states and dietetic therapies Main Duties of the Job Effective organisational skills – to prioritise and manage own workload within time and financial constraints. Provide high‑standard nutrition and dietetic assessments, individual treatment programmes and maintain timely and accurate health information notes. Be part of the Nutrition & Dietetic team, providing a service across the Borough of Waltham Forest and NELFT. Review and produce care pathways, literature and make presentations to different audiences. Contribute to departmental activities such as audits, maintenance of an online resource hub and research to further own and team clinical practice. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless the applicant is an internal candidate part‑way through a probationary period or is currently a bank member of staff). High Cost Area Supplement – London This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum £4,108 and maximum £5,177 per annum pro rata). Person Specification Essential Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent, with HCPC, BDA membership NHS experience Membership in a British Dietetics Association specialist group Pre‑registration experience in relevant clinical settings Experience working as part of a multi‑disciplinary team Developing knowledge of current best practice in Nutrition & Dietetics Basic awareness of IT and IT skills Understanding legal responsibilities of the profession and the associated code of ethics Ability to present information orally and in writing in a clear and logical manner Desirable Post‑graduate training, clinical supervisory skills, CPD Experience of audit/research Good IT skills for producing presentations and online resources Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require a 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website. Job Details Date Posted: 02 December 2025 Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change Band: Band 5 Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year pro rata (plus HCAS) Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full‑time Reference Number: 395‑WF096‑25 Job Locations: Chingford Health Centre, York Road, London, E4 8LF London Employer Details Employer Name: NELFT North East London Foundation Trust Address: Chingford Health Centre York Road London E4 8LF Employer's Website: https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ Additional Information Disclosures regarding AI usage: Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, the application may be rejected due to confidentiality of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants needing support for a declared disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr