Job summary

To take a lead role in the dietetic assessment and treatment of intestinal failure patients.To undertake a complex clinical caseload to a high professional standard using specialist knowledgefrom evidence based practice.To work with other Highly specialist dietitians to develop and evaluate the dietetic service to patientswithin this clinical areaTo work with other health professionals e.g. GP's, doctors, nurses, district nurses, physiotherapists,occupational therapists, pharmacists and speech and language therapists to provide optimalnutritional care

Main duties of the job

To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients, and to organise this efficiently and effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.

To provide specialist IF dietetic support in IF clinic. Plan, coordination and evaluation of the dietetic service provided to patients in a designated area.

To attend ward rounds and multidisciplinary meetings as appropriate to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.

Decide priorities for own work area, balancing other patient related and professional demands, and ensure that these remain in accordance with specialty.

To ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients on nutrition support and liaise with appropriate internal and external agencies.

Attend staff meetings and participate in discussions concerning the running of the nutrition and dietetic service.

Participate in the planning and achievement of dietetic department objectives.

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire- to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack.

Details

Date posted

07 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience Pro Rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

236-SUR-P354-26

Job locations

Salford Royal Hospital

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc. or MSc. in Nutrition and Dietetics Or BSc. in relevant science followed by Post Graduate Diploma or State Registration in Dietetics

Knowledge, skills and experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of working clinical in the field of dietetics. Knowledge of nutritional needs and nutritional assessment in a range of clinical conditions

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Working knowledge of a range of clinical conditions and current best practice for dietetic management

Desirable

• Good presentation skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc. or MSc. in Nutrition and Dietetics Or BSc. in relevant science followed by Post Graduate Diploma or State Registration in Dietetics Knowledge, skills and experience Essential Knowledge and experience of working clinical in the field of dietetics. Knowledge of nutritional needs and nutritional assessment in a range of clinical conditions Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential Working knowledge of a range of clinical conditions and current best practice for dietetic management Desirable Good presentation skills

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.

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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. 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Royal Hospital

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Royal Hospital

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)