Specialist Paediatric Dietitian

Are you looking for an opportunity to develop or advance your paediatric dietetic career? If you have a strong interest in paediatrics and would like the opportunity to develop your skills in this area or you are already working within paediatrics we would love to hear from you! We are looking for a full-time permanent Band 6 dietitian to join our specialist paediatric team at University Hospitals Dorset.

The successful candidate would be providing cover to the general paediatric wards and general outpatient clinics. The role involves working with a wide range of paediatric in and outpatients and their families, including, but not limited to oncology, allergy, coeliac, weight management and enteral feeding. Some experience of working with a paediatric caseload is desirable.

The role is currently based at Poole Hospital site of UHD However, we anticipate the relocation of services including the paediatric service to a brand-new, purpose-built women’s and children’s unit on the Royal Bournemouth Hospital site, with an expected completion date in April 2027.

We work very closely with the entire paediatric MDT, including consultants, specialist nurses, psychologists, ward and support staff as well as health visitors and children’s community nurses.

Interview date: Wednesday 4th November 2026

This post offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal development. The department is committed to CPD and we offer a wide range of in-house specialist training.

You will be invited to regular professional update meetings across the whole dietetic team and we are closely connected with our colleagues across Dorset holding a Dorset wide education and networking event twice yearly.

You will have the opportunity to work on audit and also be involved in student training. You will be very well supported in developing your skills and knowledge according to your needs by the specialist colleagues within each area.

We would love to hear from you if you have a strong interest or experience in paediatrics and would be very happy to have a conversation about specific areas of interest as well how your skill set fits with our service.

We are committed to flexible working and would be happy to offer this post as a job share so please get in touch if this is something you would like to explore.

Please call Kirsty on 07919305640 during office hours or email kirsty.horsley@nhs.net

Base Location: Poole Hospital (Moving to RBH April 27)

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Kirsty Horsley Job title: Paediatric Dietitian Email address: kirsty.horsley@uhd.nhs.uk Telephone number: 07919305640