Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated dietitian looking to work within the paediatric dietetic team at Barnsley Hospital. We welcome applications from band 6 Dietitians, or from established band 5 Dietitians who are ready to step up to a more senior level or work in a different area of interest.
This permanent post specialises in paediatrics, with a focus on supporting home enteral feeding and promoting nutrition within this area. It also provides the opportunity to work within specialist areas of paediatrics, including neonatal nutrition and a range of common childhood health conditions.
You will work with local and tertiary centre dietitians and health care teams. You will also be able to develop and take part in staff teaching and training, and maintain your continuous professional development. The post includes providing supervision for our band 5 dietitians and support staff.
You will be an integral part of our friendly Dietetic Department and have excellent support from the wider Dietetic team which includes Dietetic Assistant and Assistant Practitioners and a dedicated Administration team.
You will have the opportunity to lead student dietitians on their placements and support junior members of your team in their training and development. We are a proactive department where personal continuing development is promoted, therefore attendance on study days is offered in line with identified learning needs.
Main duties of the job
To provide specialist dietetic advice for patients who may require complex dietetic interventions, and to monitor and adapt their treatment accordingly in an inpatient/outpatient setting.
Work effectively as part of the MDT
To regularly undertake audits and surveys of own practice/dietetic service and may be required to participate in research.
To provide a key role in service development and service changes, including policy development and proposal of new specialist services.
Provide regular supervision for Band 5 dietitians
You should be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with good time management skills and acommitment to evidence-based practice.
For further information and/or an informal chat, please contact Jeannine Mitchell or Hannah Verity-Collier on 01226 432606 or email:jeannine.mitchell@nhs.netorHannah.verity-collier@nhs.net
About us
We reserve the right to close positions early
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
Details
Date posted
12 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9163-2532E-09-25
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Significant clinical post-registration dietetic experience in a wide range of conditions, including specific experience of working in the acute hospital setting.
• Experience of complex nutrition support practices, including enteral nutrition practices.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team/agency working.
• Commitment to delivering dietetic student training.

Desirable

• Attended Clinical Supervisory Skills Course
• Experience of training student dietitians
• Experience in paediatric dietetics

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Plan and prioritise patient work load and operational workload. Demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Assessment and analysis of complex paediatric dietetic problems. Develop appropriate interventions, monitor, evaluate and adapt dietetic treatment as required.
• Able to plan, deliver and evaluate training/education programmes to student dietitians, students from other disciplines and a variety of NHS and non-NHS staff groups.
• Skilled in behavioural change and counselling techniques.
• Computer literate e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Able to work independently and on own initiative

Knowledge and Awareness
Essential

• Knowledge of health and safety & confidentiality.

Qualifications
Essential

• BSc or equivalent degree in Dietetics or Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics
• HCPC Registered Dietitian
• Post registration, accredited training/education in paediatric dietetics

Desirable

• Member of the British Dietetic Association.

Values based questions
Essential

• In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
• In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Significant clinical post-registration dietetic experience in a wide range of conditions, including specific experience of working in the acute hospital setting.
• Experience of complex nutrition support practices, including enteral nutrition practices.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team/agency working.
• Commitment to delivering dietetic student training.

Desirable

• Attended Clinical Supervisory Skills Course
• Experience of training student dietitians
• Experience in paediatric dietetics

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Plan and prioritise patient work load and operational workload. Demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Assessment and analysis of complex paediatric dietetic problems. Develop appropriate interventions, monitor, evaluate and adapt dietetic treatment as required.
• Able to plan, deliver and evaluate training/education programmes to student dietitians, students from other disciplines and a variety of NHS and non-NHS staff groups.
• Skilled in behavioural change and counselling techniques.
• Computer literate e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Able to work independently and on own initiative

Knowledge and Awareness
Essential

• Knowledge of health and safety & confidentiality.

Qualifications
Essential

• BSc or equivalent degree in Dietetics or Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics
• HCPC Registered Dietitian
• Post registration, accredited training/education in paediatric dietetics

Desirable

• Member of the British Dietetic Association.

Values based questions
Essential

• In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
• In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job

Skills Required