Specialist Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian

We have a large caseload of over 250 children and young people with Diabetes and you will have opportunity to develop skills in working with this group of patients. You will have the opportunity to work closely with a team of paediatric diabetes specialist nurses, consultants and clinical psychologist. As part of your work with the diabetes team there will be the opportunity to be involved with group education sessions. Full training can be provided to develop or consolidate your skills in paediatric diabetes depending on your past experience.

We are looking for a passionate dietitian who is enthusiastic and wants to learn. You should have excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate the ability to work within a changing environment, commitment to team working. This post would suit either someone with some experience in paediatrics as specialist training can be provided, or a paediatric Dietitian wanting to further develop their skills in a paediatric hospital with a varied and challenging caseload. Regular supervision and support will be provided. You will also be expected to support students and junior members of the team with the guidance of the Clinical Lead.