Advanced Clinical Specialist Dietitian- HEF and Nutritional Support

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  • Macclesfield, Cheshire
  • £47,810-54,710 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
At East Cheshire NHS Trust, we recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance in sustaining happy and healthy colleagues. We are open and committed to supporting flexible working, have a varied Health and Wellbeing offer and are driven in supporting staff in both their personal and professional development.We recognise the importance of working collaboratively with our staff and our community; ensuring high quality patient-centered care is at the heart of all we do, and our local population receives the best care in the right place.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 7 dietitian to join our HEF and Nutritional Support Community team at East Cheshire NHS Trust on a permanent contract. Part time, flexible working, and job share applicants are very welcome to apply.We would love to hear from you if you are looking for an innovative and supportive team to gain experience and progress your career with.This post is band 7Hours per week: 37.5Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.Main duties of the jobTo act as an advanced clinical specialist responsible for the triage, assessment and treatment of HEF (Home Enteral Feeding) patients and community prescribing support patients.To carry a specialist caseload specific to HEF (Home Enteral Feeding) patients and community prescribing support patients as well as the treatment of complex patients across these areas.To work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team, to access and act upon relevant diagnostic tests and make relevant onward recommendations as necessary.To act as the lead clinician within the defined HEF (Home Enteral Feeding) patients and community prescribing support specialistarea, supporting the Nutrition and Dietetic Team Manager with the operational delivery andservice development of the HEF (Home Enteral Feeding) patients and community prescribing support services within East Cheshire NHS Trust.To act as an advanced clinical specialist providing clinical line management and supervision, for more junior staff within the HEF (Home Enteral Feeding) patients and community prescribing support setting for nutrition & dietetics services.About usIt is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.DetailsDate posted26 Awst 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £54,710 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number209-A-25-7417647Job locationsMacclesfield DistrictGeneral HospitalVictoria Road, MacclesfieldSK10 3BLJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.We look forward to receiving your application. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.We look forward to receiving your application.Person SpecificationQuallificationsEssential
  • HCPC registration
  • Relevant professional degree / diploma
  • Attendance at masters level post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area
  • Clinical Educator training
  • Membership of a relevant professional body & related specialist sub-groups
KnowledgeEssential
  • Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area
  • In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area
  • Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in the specialist area
SkillsEssential
  • Ability to lead junior colleagues
  • Highly advanced communication and listening skills
  • Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
  • Audit skills
  • Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Proactive, takes own initiative
  • Supportive team member
Desirable
  • Critical appraisal
  • Presentation skills
ExperienceEssential
  • Proven post registration experience, in the relevant specialism
  • Experience of planning and completing audit & research
  • Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff
  • Experience of undertaking projects
Specific Job RequirementEssential
  • Prior experience working in the NHS - with a broad range of NHS dietetics specialisms
  • Proven ability to manage complex patient issues including dementia and ensure safe and timely discharge of patients
  • Commitment to specialism as evidenced by CPD (continual professional development) and attendance at special interest groups
Other Role RequirementsEssential
  • Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person SpecificationQuallificationsEssential
  • HCPC registration
  • Relevant professional degree / diploma
  • Attendance at masters level post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area
  • Clinical Educator training
  • Membership of a relevant professional body & related specialist sub-groups
KnowledgeEssential
  • Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area
  • In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area
  • Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in the specialist area
SkillsEssential
  • Ability to lead junior colleagues
  • Highly advanced communication and listening skills
  • Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
  • Audit skills
  • Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Proactive, takes own initiative
  • Supportive team member
Desirable
  • Critical appraisal
  • Presentation skills
ExperienceEssential
  • Proven post registration experience, in the relevant specialism
  • Experience of planning and completing audit & research
  • Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff
  • Experience of undertaking projects
Specific Job RequirementEssential
  • Prior experience working in the NHS - with a broad range of NHS dietetics specialisms
  • Proven ability to manage complex patient issues including dementia and ensure safe and timely discharge of patients
  • Commitment to specialism as evidenced by CPD (continual professional development) and attendance at special interest groups
Other Role RequirementsEssential
  • Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

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