We are looking for a dietitian to work in primary care in Havering PCN. This is an in-person role.We support and help dietitians become first contact dietitians (FCDs).First Contact Dietitians are qualified autonomous clinical practitioners working in GP practices who can assess, diagnose, treat, and manage dietetic problems and undifferentiated conditions, and where appropriate, to discharge a person without a medical referral.FCDs are a key multidisciplinary team member in primary care and support reducing GP workload. FCDs working in this role can be accessed directly by self-referral or staff in GP practices can direct patients to them to establish a rapid and accurate management plan to streamline pathways of care.Main duties of the jobThe dietitian will be a highly skilled, senior practitioner able to operate at an advanced level of clinical practice, with expert knowledge in the management of patients dietary issues and conditions. They will work as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) within the PCN.The dietitian will provide person centred interventions for the patient from initial clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of their care within set patient groups. They will demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care for patients within the general practice. They will work collaboratively with the general practice MDT to meet the needs of patients, support the delivery of policy and procedures, and provide dietetic leadership as required.The role requires the dietitian to work in-practice, and work closely with a forward thinking and passionate multi-disciplinary team.The PCN is looking for a dietitian who can support their patients with:
Knowledge and expertise around diabetes is essential
Experience with weight management
Frailty and nutrition support
Experience with conducting groups
About usPrimary Care Dietitian is England's only national independent specialist first contact dietitian provider who is purely focused on supporting NHS Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and their GP practices to deliver high-quality and tech-enabled NHS primary care dietetic solutions.Through our talented team, who are supported by experienced and Health Education England trained FCP clinical supervisors, we have been commissioned by NHS Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to deliver an integrated and local dietetic service.You can find out more about our team here: https://www.primarycaredietitians.co.uk/aboutWhether you are a Band 6 with 3 years post-graduate experience stepping up into this post or a seasoned Band 8a moving into primary care for the first time, we are proud to offer a supportive environment for all of our team members with 4 hours of protected CPD time every week.DetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractFixed termDuration9 monthsWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference numberE0364-25-0013Job locationsDoctors Surgery17 Berwick RoadRainhamEssexRM13 9QUThe Surgery9 Glanville DriveHornchurchEssexRM11 3SZDoctors Surgery1 Harlow RoadRainhamEssexRM13 7UPRainham Health ClinicUpminster Road SouthRainhamEssexRM13 9ABJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinical Practice
Assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patients, taking responsibility for the management of a caseload
Develop and make use of your full scope of clinical practice, including skills relating to supplementary prescribing and investigation when trained to do so
Manage complex interactions, including working with patients with psychosocial and mental health needs, referring to social prescribing when appropriate
Deliver programmes of supported patient self-management, in ways that facilitate behavioural change, optimise individuals' health, nutrition, fulfilment of personal goals and independence, and that minimise the need for pharmacological interventions
Provide care which is tailored to the individual needs. This would include, appraising the impact of individuals' clinical status on their general health, well-being, employment status
Support patients to set their own goals and be confident in their approach to self-management where appropriate.
Evidence, Research, and Development
Develop relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN supporting the integration of pathways in primary care
Work as part of an MDT in a patient facing role, using your expert knowledge of dietetics, to create stronger links for dietetic services through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation skills
Support research and audit programmes to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of our service
Streamline the pathway of care by providing a responsive service so that patients receive timely access to care
Leadership
Lead, manage and contribute to service delivery
Implement all aspects of effective clinical governance for own practice, including undertaking regular audit and evaluation, supervision and training
Communicate effectively and appropriately, with patients and carers, complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis, pathology, prognosis and treatment choices supporting personalised care
Facilitating learning
Provide feedback and support to other PCN clinical team members on appropriate referral criteria
Critically reflect on own practice and continue to develop your skills.
Key skills and attributes
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment
Strong clinical problem-solving and analytical skills, including ability to identify when to refer a patient to another service or for diagnostics
Ability to critically reflect on your own professional developmental needs, and is motivated to progress your clinical development (with support)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work cohesively with a wider team
Able to follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies/procedures and codes of conduct
Office skills including the use of IT programmes, databases and other modern/tech based ways of working and collaborating
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinical Practice
Assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patients, taking responsibility for the management of a caseload
Develop and make use of your full scope of clinical practice, including skills relating to supplementary prescribing and investigation when trained to do so
Manage complex interactions, including working with patients with psychosocial and mental health needs, referring to social prescribing when appropriate
Deliver programmes of supported patient self-management, in ways that facilitate behavioural change, optimise individuals' health, nutrition, fulfilment of personal goals and independence, and that minimise the need for pharmacological interventions
Provide care which is tailored to the individual needs. This would include, appraising the impact of individuals' clinical status on their general health, well-being, employment status
Support patients to set their own goals and be confident in their approach to self-management where appropriate.
Evidence, Research, and Development
Develop relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN supporting the integration of pathways in primary care
Work as part of an MDT in a patient facing role, using your expert knowledge of dietetics, to create stronger links for dietetic services through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation skills
Support research and audit programmes to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of our service
Streamline the pathway of care by providing a responsive service so that patients receive timely access to care
Leadership
Lead, manage and contribute to service delivery
Implement all aspects of effective clinical governance for own practice, including undertaking regular audit and evaluation, supervision and training
Communicate effectively and appropriately, with patients and carers, complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis, pathology, prognosis and treatment choices supporting personalised care
Facilitating learning
Provide feedback and support to other PCN clinical team members on appropriate referral criteria
Critically reflect on own practice and continue to develop your skills.
Key skills and attributes
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment
Strong clinical problem-solving and analytical skills, including ability to identify when to refer a patient to another service or for diagnostics
Ability to critically reflect on your own professional developmental needs, and is motivated to progress your clinical development (with support)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work cohesively with a wider team
Able to follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies/procedures and codes of conduct
Office skills including the use of IT programmes, databases and other modern/tech based ways of working and collaborating
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Fully HCPC and BDA registered practicing Dietitian
Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in dietetics
An up-to-date understanding of Health Education Englands Roadmap to Practice
Desirable
Completion of some level 7 MSc learning
Previous clinical experience of first contact triage clinical work; even if in the private sector or freelance
Previous experience of using EMIS / SystmOne
ExperienceDesirable
Experience with working with individuals with Type 2 Diabetes
Experience with working with frail and elderly patients or in care homes
Experience in weight management
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Fully HCPC and BDA registered practicing Dietitian
Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in dietetics
An up-to-date understanding of Health Education Englands Roadmap to Practice
Desirable
Completion of some level 7 MSc learning
Previous clinical experience of first contact triage clinical work; even if in the private sector or freelance
Previous experience of using EMIS / SystmOne
ExperienceDesirable
Experience with working with individuals with Type 2 Diabetes
Experience with working with frail and elderly patients or in care homes
