Location
Braintree, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Type
Full Time
Salary (£)
27,485 – 30,162 per year
About Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
They’ve built their reputation on compassionate, high quality care, working closely with communities to deliver specialist services. Their team thrives on collaboration, where each professional’s skills are valued and every role makes a real difference. By joining them, you’ll be part of a trust that puts people first, supporting both service users and staff to grow.
Job details
Benefits
- Structured development – gain practical training and support from senior Dietitians
- Career growth – opportunities to expand skills and knowledge in specialist areas
- Supportive team – work alongside professionals who value collaboration
- Flexible working settings – gain experience across varied environments in Essex
- NHS pension scheme – secure and reliable financial planning for the future
Requirements
- Willingness to undertake dietetic training and develop computing skills
- Relevant paid or voluntary health or social care experience
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a team
- Organisational skills to manage records and time effectively
- Confidence to travel independently across Mid and West Essex
- Understanding of professional conduct and commitment to learning
Salary Details
This role offers a salary between £27,485 and £30,162 per year depending on experience.
About the Role
This Dietetic Assistant Therapy Practitioner role is about more than day-to-day tasks, it’s about impact. You’ll gather essential information during assessments, support adults with learning disabilities, and help shape care plans that improve health and wellbeing. Every visit, every conversation, every bit of advice you share will help people live healthier lives. You’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team that values initiative, reliability, and compassion. The Trust will guide you to build your confidence in nutrition and therapeutic approaches, while encouraging your growth at every step.
Key Responsibilities
- Gather information to support dietetic assessments and reviews that inform care
- Support adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex health needs to reach their goals
- Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver joined-up care
- Deliver advice or training to carers so they can provide consistent support
- Keep accurate clinical records that ensure safe and effective care
- Use initiative in consultation with Dietitians to meet specific needs of service users
- Manage time and attendance responsibly to provide reliable support
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement.
Equal Opportunity Statement
They’re committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Every applicant will be considered fairly, regardless of background, and all staff are expected to uphold the Trust’s values.
Employer Details
- Company Name: Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Braintree, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
- Contact: HR Recruitment Team
Reference Number
12345
How To Apply
Interested in shaping better health outcomes in Essex with a supportive team behind you? Apply now and take the next step in your career.
