Lead Paediatric Dietitian

Venture & Agents; Hereford; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Hereford is seeking a qualified paediatric dietitian to lead their dietetic service. This permanent, part-time role involves supervising staff, managing an outpatient caseload, and providing dietetic support to patients. Applicants should possess a relevant degree and current registration. Flexible working hours are available, and a competitive salary ranges from £47,810 to £54,710 per year pro rata.

Qualifications

• Current HCPC registration required.
• Proven experience working as a Dietitian.
• Experience with paediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Lead service development in the paediatric dietetic service.
• Manage an outpatient caseload and provide group education.
• Supervise and guide junior staff members.

Skills

Paediatric Dietetics knowledge

Dietary counselling skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Project leadership

Time management skills

Presentation skills

Interest in training

Education

BSc/MSc/PGDip in Nutrition and Dietetics

Relevant postgraduate award in Dietetics

Job description

Job Summary

This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified / experienced paediatric dietitian to take on this Band 7 role, leading the paediatric dietetic service at Wye Valley NHS Trust.

Responsibilities

• Lead on service development in the paediatric dietetic service working closely with other HCPs / stakeholders.
• Carry an outpatient caseload including HEF, 1:1 clinic appointments and providing group education as required.
• Provide dietetic support to the children's ward at The County Hospital.
• Provide supervision and guidance to the Band 6 paediatric dietitian.
• Support the wider dietetic service, supervising junior staff members and students.
• Role advertised as 30 hours; flexible working can be considered.

About Us

Wye Valley NHS Trust is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire NHS FT, the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.

Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys and run Hereford County Hospital and the community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster and Ross‑on‑Wye.

We are a progressive and forward‑looking trust with ambitious plans to improve quality and integrate patient pathways through close collaborative working with our partners to deliver the quality of care we'd want for our family and friends. More than 3,500 people work for the Trust.

Details

• Date posted: 25 November 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pro‑pro‑rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part‑time, Flexible working
• Reference number: 229‑IC‑7520722‑B
• Job locations: Hereford County Hospital, Union Walk, Hereford, HR1 2ER

Person Specification

Essential – Qualifications

• BSc/MSc/PGDip in Nutrition and Dietetics & Current HCPC registration
• Relevant postgraduate award in Dietetics e.g. Paediatric Course MSc module

Desirable – Membership

• BDA Member

Essential – Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Broad up‑to‑date knowledge and practical application of Paediatric Dietetics
• Able to communicate with clients using dietary counselling, motivational and negotiation skills
• Able to be flexible and adaptable in terms of working hours and work location
• Evidence of ability to lead on projects involving other members of the Dietetic Department/MDT
• Able to plan and prioritise own caseload using time‑management skills and adapt to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions
• Presentation and teaching skills
• Able to appraise own performance and that of others
• Interest in training student dietitians

Essential – Experience

• Proven experience working as a Dietitian
• Experience of working with paediatric patients with a range of conditions
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working

Desirable – Experience

• Experience of developing policies/procedures on areas of Paediatric Dietetics

Legal and Registration Requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

Wye Valley NHS Trust
Hereford County Hospital
Union Walk
Hereford
HR1 2ER
Website: https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/