Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate dietitian to join the Paediatric Home Enteral Nutrition Service across Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham.



As a Band 5 Paediatric Home Enteral Dietitian, you will work under the guidance of a Specialist Paediatric Dietitian to assess and support children receiving enteral nutrition in their homes and community settings. You will provide evidence-based nutritional advice to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals, contribute to service development, and support departmental activities.



The role offers the potential for fast-track progression to Band 6, making it ideal for someone looking to grow within a supportive and innovative team.



As a Band 5 Paediatric Home Enteral Dietitian, you will independently manage a clinical caseload, providing evidence-based nutritional assessment and dietary advice to paediatric patients in their homes and community settings across Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham.



You will work closely with carers, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to develop, monitor, and adjust nutritional care plans. The role includes supporting safe discharge planning, contributing to service development, and delivering training to students and staff.



You will also assist in maintaining departmental resources and participate in clinical governance activities including audits and policy development



Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:



Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development



Widening access (anchor institution) and employability



Improving the experience of staff with disability



Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development



Making equalities mainstream



- Band 5 Dietitian (with Band 6 Progression Pathway)



We are offering an exciting opportunity for a proactive and compassionate Band 5 Dietitian to join our dynamic nutrition and dietetic team. This full-time role is designed to support professional development and progression to Band 6, with structured supervision and competency-based advancement.



Working under the guidance of a Specialist Dietitian, you will assess and monitor patients across a range of clinical settings, providing evidence-based nutritional support and education. You will contribute to multidisciplinary care, service development, and quality improvement initiatives. As you progress, you will be expected to demonstrate increasing autonomy, leadership, and clinical expertise, preparing for transition into a Band 6 role.

Main Responsibilities

Clinical Practice



Independently manage a clinical caseload, delivering safe and effective dietetic care within scope of practice .



Conduct nutritional assessments using anthropometric and clinical data, considering medical, social, and cultural factors .



Develop, monitor, and adjust individualised nutritional care plans based on outcome measures .



Communicate complex dietary advice clearly and empathetically to patients, carers, and professionals .



Participate in outpatient clinics and multidisciplinary team meetings.



Support safe discharge planning for patients on enteral tube feeding, liaising with internal and external agencies .



Provide cover for other clinical areas during staff absence, within competency.



Professional Development and Band 6 Progression



Join the LGT trust preceptorship programme



Engage in structured supervision and mentoring to support progression to Band 6 .



Demonstrate increasing autonomy in clinical decision-making and service delivery.



Reflect on practice and seek feedback to improve performance.



Identify development needs and actively pursue learning opportunities.



Contribute to service evaluation, audit, and quality improvement projects .



Education and Training



Support and supervise pre-registration dietetic students (after six months post-registration) .



Deliver training sessions to healthcare professionals and patient groups.



Develop and evaluate educational materials that are evidence-based and accessible .



Leadership and Advocacy



Act as an advocate for dietetics within the multidisciplinary team and wider community .



Contribute to local strategy and service development initiatives.



Demonstrate adaptability and leadership in a changing healthcare environment .



Governance and Compliance



Adhere to HCPC standards and Trust policies on conduct, ethics, and proficiency .



Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with data protection regulations.



Participate in mandatory training, CPD, and performance appraisal.



Uphold infection control, safeguarding, and health and safety standards.



Working Conditions



Respond to unpredictable work patterns and meet clinical deadlines .



Manage emotionally demanding situations including chronic illness, bereavement, and giving unwelcome advice .



Work in environments with occasional exposure to unpleasant smells and challenging conditions