Dietetic Therapy Assistant Practitioner Role in London with Sponsorship, Apply Now

Location
London, United Kingdom

Type
Full-time

Salary (£)
31,081 to 33,665 per year

About Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
At Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, they’re leading some of the most innovative care in the UK. Their teams are proud to deliver patient-first services across a wide range of specialties, including cardiac and transplant therapy. If you’re looking for UK job opportunities that actually make a difference, this is the place to be. The atmosphere is busy, collaborative, and full of heart.

Job details

Benefits

• Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
• Immediate start jobs UK in a well-supported hospital environment
• Supportive work environment with built-in mentorship and team training
• Chance to work with cutting-edge transplant therapy teams
• Direct patient impact with a strong focus on oral nutrition and allergy care
• Leadership in inventory and audit roles that grow your skillset

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, or equivalent NVQ/BTEC
• At least 2 years’ experience as a Dietetic Assistant in healthcare
• Hands-on understanding of nutritional tools like MUST
• Knowledge of food allergies and oral nutritional products
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid IT skills and ability to work independently when required
• Team experience with a willingness to learn and adapt
• Interest in career growth within healthcare nutrition and therapy services

Salary Details

The salary range for this Band 4 position is £31,081 to £33,665 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

About the Role

This is more than an assistant role—it’s about standing at the heart of nutritional care. As a Dietetic Therapy Assistant Practitioner, you’ll be embedded in the Cardiothoracic and Transplant Therapy team. From assessing patients’ nutritional needs to arranging community support after discharge, your work will touch every step of a patient’s journey.

You’ll work closely with dietitians and other clinicians to provide tailored care, while also handling essential inventory and stock control duties. Your input keeps patients nourished and care plans on track—and that ripple effect is huge.

Key Responsibilities

• Support stable inpatients with nutritional plans, including food allergy care
• Perform dietary screenings and update patient assessments
• Manage dietetic feed stock, supplier orders, and inventory
• Coordinate discharges, ensuring community and GP follow-up
• Contribute to health promotion education and team-wide audits
• Liaise with catering departments and suppliers to ensure smooth operations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check, due to direct patient involvement and access to sensitive information.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re committed to building a team that reflects the community they serve. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Employer Details

• Company Name Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
• Address London, United Kingdom
• Contact Available upon request

Reference Number
DTA-GSTT-0725

How To Apply
If you’re ready to step into a role where nutrition meets care, where the work is fast-paced but the team’s got your back, Apply now. Let your skills grow in a place that values what you bring.