Job summary
- Main area
- Weight Management
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 4
- Contract
- Bank: 3 months
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job share
- Job ref
- MC7167733
- Employer
- Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Croydon University Hospital
- Town
- Croydon
- Salary
- £17.48 £17.48 per hour (incl. WTD)
- Salary period
- Hourly
- Closing
- 09/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Tier 3 weight management Dietetic Therapy Practitioner (BANK)
NHS AfC: Band 4
Croydon is a busy, exciting and diverse place to work. The borough has one of the youngest populations in London and continues to grow.
Croydon Health Services cares for local people at Croydon University Hospital, Purley Memorial Hospital and in clinics and people’s homes all across the borough.
We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset and so through Listening into Action – our way of engaging staff - we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care.
Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud. #choosecroydon
Job overview
Job overview- BANK POST
The post holder will work as an integral part of the T3 obesity service, supporting the Tier 3 MDT in assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of evidence based weight management service to Croydon residents.
The post holder will work under direct supervision of a senior members of the MDT, and also work independently to deliver various elements of Tier 3 programme in accordance with agreed guidance/care pathways.
Under supervision and with training the post holder will be trained to participate triaging process.
The post holder will also be involved in delivering group sessions, motivational and assessments at various stages of the programme
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job - BANK post
1. To deliver dietetic support to patients and cares as required within the remit of the T3 pathway for Croydon Health Services NHS Trust.
2. To work alongside the T3 MDT and liaise with partner agencies to help utilise initiatives set up to support residents of Croydon.
3. Assist with specific projects or work areas as required by the Head of Dietetics and the MDT
4. Undertake teaching and education sessions to healthcare professionals and carers as directed by the pathway.
5. To regularly audit work to be able to promote the impact of the teaching on health outcomes.
6. To be responsible for the organisation and ordering of dietary resources and ancilliaries as required. Assist in the development of any new resources for the service.
7. To participate in Continuous Professional Development, clinical audit, in-service training, clinical supervision and attended any relevant internal and external training courses. To complete an annual Personal Development Plan and aim to achieve all objectives.
8. Communicate effectively with all members of the T3 MDT and the extended dietetic team at Croydon. When communicating with patients ensure consent is obtained, language is appropriate and respect patients religious, cultural and social needs
9. Manage and prioritise workload and time appropriately
Working for our organisation
Working at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is both challenging and fulfilling.
You’ll meet some of the most engaging and stimulating people in London who will push you to develop your skills, learn something new and reward you in equal measure.
With NHS workers in demand across London and the UK, you could apply for a job at any NHS Trust. If you want to make an impact, accelerate your learning and rise to the daily challenge of caring for a diverse community, then head for Croydon.
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is a modern healthcare organisation providing acute and community health services across the borough of Croydon.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes.
Working in Croydon does not come without its challenges. Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve.
If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that’s making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you’re looking for.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For details on job description and person specifications for role of the post of Bank band 4 Dietetic Therapy Practitioner please refer to attached on Trac
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Foundation degree/NVQ level 4 or equivalent in health/social care or science.
- Experience of healthcare/public sector/educational settings
Desirable criteria
- Teaching and training experience
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of nutrition and dietetics for the prevention and treatment of disease.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of applied nutrition, food skills and food system management
- Excellent record keeping and clear concise notes
- Evidence of self-directed learning and willingness to participate in CPD
- Demonstrate flexible approach
- Demonstrate compassion, kindness and respect for others
- Understand Clinical Governance
Desirable criteria
- Experience of delivering guidance to patient groups
- Experience of telephone and virtual consultations
- Experience of working in weight management/overweight and obese persons
- Experience of audit and research
- Experience using EMIS system
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
- Good oral and written communication skills with people from a variety of backgrounds e.g., via advocacy/interpreters
- Keyboard skills – data inputting, word processing, internet
- Able to prioritise work and able to work unsupervised when needed
Desirable criteria
- Experience of using Excel
Other Factors
Essential criteria
- Able to move supplies when needed and to bend, reach and sit for prolonged periods
- Able to perform admin duties effectively with minimal supervision
- Able to travel independently
- Able to work occasionally at evenings and weekends
- Confident
- Self-motivated
- Able to maintain effective working relationships with relevant colleagues
Desirable criteria
- Full clean UK driving license and access to own transport
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Nicky Saini
- Job title
- Head of Dietetics
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02084013095
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