Location:
Leeds LS12, Remote (Primary location is Leeds with remote work options available)
Type:
Full-Time
Salary (£):
£35,392 – £42,618 per year
About Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust:
Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. They also offer specialized inpatient services in York and across the UK. The Trust has a strong focus on teaching, research, and development, in collaboration with local universities, positioning them as a center of excellence in these areas.
Job Details
Benefits:
- 27 to 33 days of annual leave
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Employee wellbeing support
- Career development and training opportunities
- Exclusive discounts and payment schemes for cars, extra leave days, and more
Requirements:
- Registered Dietitian with experience in Communication Skills
- Ability to manage a diverse caseload, including weight management, diabetes, nutrition support, and enteral feeding
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
- Familiarity with supporting people under a holistic health and social care model
- Ability to work closely with various health and social care partners, including private and voluntary sectors
Salary Details:
The role offers a salary range of £35,392 to £42,618 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
About the Role:
The Specialist Learning Disability Dietitian will be an integral part of the Community Learning Disabilities Team, focusing on improving the health and well-being of individuals with learning disabilities across Leeds. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team that includes Dietitians, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Nurses, Psychologists, and Medics. The Dietitian will manage their own caseload, addressing a range of dietetic needs and working closely with health and social care partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a diverse caseload of dietetic needs, including weight management, diabetes, and nutrition support
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members to provide holistic care
- Delivering training and education sessions for service users, carers, and other healthcare professionals
- Participating in clinical and managerial supervision, AHP forums, and Trust-wide dietetic meetings
- Contributing to service development and research activities within the Trust
The Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles, making this an opportunity for qualified professionals who require a visa to work in the UK.
[Equal Opportunity Statement]
Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
