Specialist Dietitian

Specialist Dietitian – Phoenix MCT (Band 6, Permanent, Full Time) Job Ref: 201-25-867 | Site: Newquay Integrated Health Hub, Truro Health Park, 6a Heathlands Liskeard (Applicant Choice) | Town: Newquay/Truro/Liskeard | Salary: £38,682 – £46,580 per annum (pro rata) | Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Closing: 09/12/2025 23:59 Job Overview We are excited to advertise a specialist eating disorders dietitian to join the children's and young people's eating disorder service based in Cornwall. This role is part of a close, supportive and containing team that is passionate about providing high quality care. Main Duties Maintain an individual caseload from referral to discharge, conducting routine and high priority assessments and dietetic interventions as appropriate, exercising autonomy. Liaise and provide advice, information and consultation to colleagues and other agencies. Undertake service governance activity, including research and audit as appropriate. Contribute to the screening of referrals and participation in the Eating Disorders Duty rota. Join consultant paediatricians to conduct MDT clinics for children and young people suffering with eating disorders. Eligibility This role is currently open only to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. Eligible organisations include: Cornwall Foundation Trust Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time. Person Specification Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or equivalent leading to Health Professions Council (HPC) Registration as a Dietitian A teaching qualification or experience of teaching groups. A wide range of post registration dietetic experience, including delivery of services in the community and some experience of working in mental health services. Specialist Dietetic Training at postgraduate diploma level or relevant equivalent experience gained through substantial advanced clinical practice. Essential Criteria Demonstrate an understanding of mental illness and how this may impact on the nutritional and dietetic needs of an individual. Ability to evaluate and report on complex data. Capability to work in highly stressful situations and manage distressing and highly emotive situations successfully. Showcase best dietetic practice for a range of conditions, assess success, and write reports. Ability to communicate with a wide range of people using differing media. Work independently and as part of a team. Desirable Criteria Advanced certificate in counselling skills or counselling experience. Membership of the British Dietetic Association Mental Health Group. Experience working with people with mental illness and eating disorders. Training and Development Opportunities Career conversations and individual development plans for succession planning and talent management. Protected CPD time for registered staff. Access to a dedicated central development fund supporting CPD for all staff. Leadership and management development programmes. Coaching and mentoring opportunities. Full clinical induction programme for operational skills. Access to a care certificate programme for band 1‑4 clinical staff. Individual professional development programmes. Benefits Suite of health and wellbeing initiatives to support our colleagues' physical and mental health. Free access to individual HARP portfolios to support revalidation for nursing staff. Free DBS checks where required. Discounts available from retailers, UK hotels and main attractions. Participation in the NHS Pension Scheme. Salary sacrifice car scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Trust reimburses all application costs for staff eligible to apply for EU settlement status. Application Process The Trust reserves the right to close this advert once a sufficient number of applications have been submitted. It is encouraged that you complete the application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment. If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process you will be contacted via TRAC.jobs email regarding interview details. Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust welcomes and values individuals with lived experience of mental or physical ill health joining our workforce. We aspire to have a culture that develops, promotes and supports lived experience roles throughout the organisation. If you are successful, you agree to Occupational Health accessing your health records from your current or previous employer to check the status of your inoculations and screening tests. Appointments are subject to full three-year satisfactory references; therefore please ensure you include correct contact details for your nominated referees, including email addresses. Any general recruitment queries, please contact our recruitment team on 01208 834644. #J-18808-Ljbffr