Community and Practice Development Dietitian - Community Dietetics

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Dietitian to join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as a Community and Practice Development Dietitian. In this highly rewarding role, you will combine expert clinical practice with leadership in practice development, quality improvement, education and research.

You will work collaboratively across community and clinical services to support evidence-based care, enhance patient outcomes and influence service innovation. As part of one of the UK's largest NHS organisations, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of dietetic practice, support workforce development and contribute to delivering outstanding person-centred care across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Part-time, Permanent
• You will be based at Pollok Health Centre
• Working Pattern: 2 days per week
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a specialist clinical caseload using advanced dietetic knowledge and complex clinical decision-making skills
• Lead and support practice development initiatives to promote evidence-based and patient-centred care across dietetic services
• Design, implement and evaluate quality improvement projects, clinical audits and service developments
• Provide expert advice, training and professional support to dietitians, support workers and multidisciplinary colleagues
• Develop, coordinate and quality assure undergraduate and postgraduate student dietetic placements
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement best practice guidance and innovative models of care
• Promote a culture of continuous professional development, research and clinical excellence across the service

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent qualification
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Master's degree, postgraduate study or equivalent relevant experience
• Significant senior-level clinical experience within the NHS, including complex decision making and autonomous practice
• Experience of leading clinical audit, service evaluation, quality improvement and/or research projects
• Experience of developing and delivering training, education and support for staff and students
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, facilitation and team-working skills, with the ability

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

• If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
• For an informal discussion, please contact: Michelle Wardrop, Community Manager, Dietetics, on 07484471472 or Michelle.wardrop@nhs.scot
• Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
• This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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