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Join or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for thePrimary Care Dietitianrole atNHS 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for thePrimary Care Dietitianrole atNHS Job SummaryThe PCN is looking for a dietitian to be a part of the Diabetic HUB run from the PCN. The Diabetic HUB consists of nursing staff and a GP with special interests. The dietitian would support the HUB, integrating with the team by completing dietic reviews for patients who have had recent medication changes or interventions. The dietitian would also work closely with the pharmacist team to carry out medicine optimisation. Job SummaryThe PCN is looking for a dietitian to be a part of the Diabetic HUB run from the PCN. The Diabetic HUB consists of nursing staff and a GP with special interests. The dietitian would support the HUB, integrating with the team by completing dietic reviews for patients who have had recent medication changes or interventions. The dietitian would also work closely with the pharmacist team to carry out medicine optimisation.Main duties of the jobMain duties of the jobWe Are Looking For a Dietitian Who Is Keen To Work In This Fast Paced Environment As Part Of a Multidisciplinary Team. You Will:See patients in a clinic setting and manage your own waiting lists Have a regular community outpatient clinic in the outside health community and be a full part of the dietetic clinical community team. Develop weight management groups - which may be run on an ongoing basis by the postholder or a Therapy Assistant with appropriate supervision by the postholder. Scope the possibility of group education for patients with Diabetes Work with the catering team to meet the nutritional needs of men on special diets Write, monitor and update relevant processes, pathways and guidelines Train other members of the healthcare team as necessary. Be involved in service improvement Have the opportunity to engage in researchAbout UsSouthend East PCN is working towards being an Integrated Neighbourhood Team - working with lots of different professionals and organisations to work towards NHS Englands Framework.The PCN has its own building, situated in Shoebury, with a strong team made up of many different professionals. The PCN works closely with its member practices who always help when needed, and support the PCN in every way they can.DetailsDate posted24 July 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternPart-time, Flexible workingReference numberA5506-25-0005Job locationsNorton PlaceNess RoadSouthend-on-seaSS39DLJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesMain duties of the jobWe Are Looking For a Dietitian Who Is Keen To Work In This Fast Paced Environment As Part Of a Multidisciplinary Team. You Will:See patients in a clinic setting and manage your own waiting listsHave a regular community outpatient clinic in the outside health community and be a full part of the dietetic clinical community team.Develop weight management groups - which may be run on an ongoing basis by the postholder or a Therapy Assistant with appropriate supervision by the postholder.Scope the possibility of group education for patients with DiabetesWork with the catering team to meet the nutritional needs of men on special dietsWrite, monitor and update relevant processes, pathways and guidelinesTrain other members of the healthcare team as necessary.Be involved in service improvementHave the opportunity to engage in researchContribute to supporting the smooth running of the Primary Care Network.Attend meetings as required and any other local or regional meetings as requested by the PCN Manager or Clinical Director.Attend meetings with the other PCN ClinicalTeam for the purpose of reviewing the departmental activity and sharing general information.CommunicationCommunicate effectively with other team members;Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication;Enthusiastic about health promotion and lifestyle change.Personal and people developmentTake responsibility for own developmental learning and performance, including participating in supervision;Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development;Work with management on any new training requirements;To recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working in the primary health care team.Health, safety and securityUse the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines;Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks;Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring and maintaining of equipment and furniture within their area of responsibility;Use the computer monitor safely.Service improvementWork with colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other initiatives;Work closely with the whole PCN team at Southend East PCN.QualityAlert other team members to issues of quality and risk in the care of patients;Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems;Know the organisations policies, especially the whistle-blowing policy, available in the practice staff handbook;Be able to manage their own time effectively.Equality and diversityAct in ways that recognise the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures;Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers;Information processesMaintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and the PCN;Maintain accurate and contemporaneous electronic patient records on SystmOne;Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information.Duties And Responsibilities:Attend annual updates and mandatory training as required;Highlight any gaps in knowledge/training needs to their line manager to allow them the opportunity to offer support in order to fulfil the duties of this post;Act in a manner that safeguards children and/or vulnerable adults as applicable to the role;Work in line with organisational policies and procedural guidelines.This JD is not intended to be an exhaustive list of activities but rather an outline of the main areas of responsibility. The role is likely to evolve to meet the changing needs of the service.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialBSc Nutrition and dietetics degree or equivalentHCPC registeredDesirableMember of specialist interest groupWorking towards MSc or evidence of research qualificationExperienceEssentialPost registration training in specialist area/advanced diploma in dieteticsEvidence of CPD activity through portfolioMember of British Dietetic AssociationDesirableEvidence of service development and ability to use own initiative.Clinical educators courseSkillsEssentialExcellent communication skills.Ability to work in a team and unsupervisedGood teaching, supervisory and appraisal skills.DesirableExperience in working in the community /lone workingExperience in risk management.ARRS Requirements:has a BSc or pre-reg MSc in Dietetics under a training programme approved by the British Dietetic Association (BDA); is a registered member of the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC); is able to operate at an advanced level of practice; and has access to appropriate clinical supervision and an appropriate named individual in the PCN to provide general advice and support on a day to day basisJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesMain duties of the jobARRS Requirements:has a BSc or pre-reg MSc in Dietetics under a training programme approved by the British Dietetic Association (BDA); is a registered member of the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC); is able to operate at an advanced level of practice; and has access to appropriate clinical supervision and an appropriate named individual in the PCN to provide general advice and support on a day to day basisPerson SpecificationEssentialPost registration training in specialist area/advanced diploma in dietetics Evidence of CPD activity through portfolio Member of British Dietetic AssociationDesirableEvidence of service development and ability to use own initiative. Clinical educators courseEssentialBSc Nutrition and dietetics degree or equivalent HCPC registeredDesirableMember of specialist interest group Working towards MSc or evidence of research qualificationPerson SpecificationEssentialBSc Nutrition and dietetics degree or equivalent HCPC registeredDesirableMember of specialist interest group Working towards MSc or evidence of research qualificationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameSouthend East Primary Care NetworkAddressNorton PlaceNess RoadSouthend-on-seaSS39DLEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameSouthend East Primary Care NetworkAddressNorton PlaceNess RoadSouthend-on-seaSS39DLEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ Seniority levelSeniority level Entry level Employment typeEmployment type Part-time Job functionJob function Health Care Provider Industries Home Health Care Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NHS by 2x Get notified about new Dietitian jobs inMilford On Sea, England, United Kingdom . System Wide Dietetic Lead for PrescribingPoole, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Poole, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr