Job Description

Are you an experienced Dietitian ready to take the next steps in your career? Are you keen to further develop your specialist knowledge, leadership and service development skills? Become a Senior Specialist Dietitian at UHBW where you will play a crucial role in leading, developing and delivering high-quality nutritional care to patients within Oncology and Surgery at Weston General Hospital.



Why choose Weston General Hospital? Weston General Hospital is an integral part of UHBW, providing high-quality care to the vibrant community in the beautiful coastal town of Weston-super-Mare. With on-going investment, a commitment to innovation and strong links to leading specialist centres, Weston is an exciting place to advance your career.



Our friendly, multidisciplinary teams work closely together to deliver outstanding care, with a strong focus on professional development and pioneering clinical practice. Find out, more search YouTube for UHBW Adult Therapies.

What we offer:

Access to CPD opportunities, specialist training, and leadership pathways. A supportive and collaborative environment with a team passionate about patient care and professional growth. Flexi time working. Monthly protected time. Monthly team breakfast. Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with the stunning Somerset coastline on your doorstep, and excellent transport links to Bristol, Bath, and beyond. Find out more, search for UHBW Staff Benefits.



Previous applicants need not apply.

What we're looking for:

HCPC registration and significant post-registration experience in dietetics.



Specialist knowledge in oncology and/or surgery, with a passion for advancing nutritional care in these areas.



Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide a dedicated team and others within the department.



The ability to adapt quickly to established systems and contribute innovative ideas to enhance service delivery.

The role:

As a Senior Specialist Dietitian, you will be at the heart of nutritional care for oncology and surgical patients. You will:



Provide expert dietetic assessment and intervention for complex oncology and surgical cases.



Work closely with leading consultants, specialist nurses, and the wider MDT to optimise patient outcomes.



Lead and develop specialist dietetic services within oncology and surgery, influencing patient pathways and service delivery.



Support the development of junior staff and students, sharing your expertise and passion for dietetics.



Contribute to research, service improvement projects, and policy development in specialist nutrition.



If you're ready to make a difference and take the next step in your career, apply today or get in touch to find out more. We'd love to hear from you!



University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.



For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.