Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated dietitian looking to work within the acute adult 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. This fixed term post provides the opportunity to work within specialist areas including gastroenterology and surgery, working closely with the Medical and Surgical Team Lead Dietitians and other Specialist Band 6 Dietitians. You will also be able to develop and take part in staff teaching and training, audits and evaluations and maintain your continuous professional development. The post includes providing support for our band 5 dietitians and our dietetic assistant practitioners . There will be opportunity to conduct and manage an exciting and dynamic outpatient clinic providing care to outpatients with varied nutritional concerns ranging from IBS to nutrition support. You will be an integral part of our friendly Dietetic Department and have excellent support from the wider Dietetic Team which includes Dietetic Assistant Practitioners and a dedicated Administration Team. You will have the opportunity to supervise 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 The interview date for this role is 8th September 2025. To provide specialist dietetic advice for patients who may require complex dietetic intervention and to monitor and adapt their treatment accordingly in an inpatient/outpatient setting. Work effectively as part of the MDT and alongside other Allied Health Professionals, Medical and Nursing Staff To regularly undertake audits and surveys of own practice/dietetic service 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 within the acute team You should be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with good time management skills and a commitment to evidence-based practice. For further information and/or an informal chat, please contact Emily Mullen Spencer (Medical Team Lead Dietitian) on 01226 432606 or email: emily.mullenspencer@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 04 August 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9163-1641E-08-25 Job locations Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description 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 Job Description 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 Qualifications Essential BSc or equivalent degree in Dietetics or Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics HCPC Registered Dietitian Desirable Evidence of other post-registration education and training, e.g. PENG Member of the British Dietetic Association Behaviour Change Skills Training Courses 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 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 Experience Essential Significant clinical post-registration dietetic experience, including specific experience of working in the acute hospital setting. Experience of complex nutrition support practices, including enteral and parenteral 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 Knowledge and Awareness Essential Knowledge of health and safety Knowledge of confidentiality. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc or equivalent degree in Dietetics or Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics HCPC Registered Dietitian Desirable Evidence of other post-registration education and training, e.g. PENG Member of the British Dietetic Association Behaviour Change Skills Training Courses 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 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 Experience Essential Significant clinical post-registration dietetic experience, including specific experience of working in the acute hospital setting. Experience of complex nutrition support practices, including enteral and parenteral 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 Knowledge and Awareness Essential Knowledge of health and safety Knowledge of confidentiality. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : Pogmoor Road, S75 2EP Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom