Dietetic Assistant

Manchester Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a Dietetic Assistant to enhance nutritional care for patients. This role involves reviewing care plans, working with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to health promotion activities. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and possesses excellent communication skills. Opportunities for professional development are abundant within a supportive environment that fosters innovation and collaboration amongst healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Interest in nutrition is required.
• Flexibility and excellent organizational skills are necessary.
• Being proactive and enthusiastic is a must.

Responsibilities

• Review nutritional care plans for adult renal patients.
• Communicate with multidisciplinary healthcare team members.
• Contribute to patient education and health promotion campaigns.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Are you interested in developing your skills as a Dietetic Assistant? Whether you are starting out in your career, returning to the workforce or looking for a change in direction; if you have an interest in nutrition and a passion for helping people, this is the job for you!

What we need

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual who is interested in working in the hospital environment to ensure that our patients receive the best possible nutritional care. You will be welcomed into our friendly dietetic department and well supported by a dedicated clinical supervisor. You will have additional peer support from dietetic assistants working in our acute and rehab dietetic team at Manchester Royal Infirmary and at different hospital sites across Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for reviewing nutritional care plans for adult renal patients at Manchester Royal Infirmary. The role will involve communicating with members of the wider multidisciplinary team including doctors, nurses, allied health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists), pharmacists and the catering department.

There will be opportunities to contribute to patient education and staff training sessions. You will have a key role in delivering health promotion campaigns such as Dietitians Week, AHP (allied health professional) week, and Nutrition and Hydration week. You will support the dietitians and have responsibility for some administrative tasks to ensure the smooth and effective running of the department.

Although previous experience in health and care is not required it is favourable. We welcome people who are well organised, flexible, who have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and work well as part of a team.

About the Trust

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Contact

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Heather Spilsbury Job title: Clinical Dietetic Team Leader, RenalTeam Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 0161 276 4478