Job summary
Are you interested in a career in the field of Secure Inpatient Service dietetics? We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Registered Dietitian to join our team of Dietitians working within a specialist mental health and learning disabilities NHS Foundation Trust. This exciting post provides an opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills within the Secure Inpatient Service and includes working with patients with mental health problems, learning disabilities and autism in an inpatient setting. Previous mental health experience is desirable but not essential as we can help develop your knowledge and skills, provide training, and support your progression, in this specialist field of dietetics.

Our Dietetic team is the largest mental health, learning disability and autism team in the UK, with strong links to the British Dietetic Association. We have dietetic services in Adult Eating Disorders, Adult Mental Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Services for Older People and Secure Inpatient Services. We are supported by our Professional Head of Dietetics and large group of experienced Lead Dietitians and Clinical Specialists. Further support for the post will be provided through regular clinical supervision; attendance at Speciality Group Meetings and Dietetic learning Networks; our Preceptorship Programme; and the Band 5 Peer Support Network.

Main duties of the job
This post has a strong emphasis on the management of Obesity, Obesity related comorbidities, Disordered eating, Refeeding syndrome. The post holder will have the opportunity to participate in policy development, audit, research activities, pathway development, staff and student training.

About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care, our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

Details
Date posted: 04 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata, per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 346-FMH-125-26
Job locations: Roseberry Park Hospital, Middlesbrough, TS4 3AF, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main responsibilities will include completing clinical work independently and as part of an MDT, with a strong focus on Obesity, Obesity related comorbidities, Disordered eating, Refeeding syndrome. Ensuring working within 4 pillars of practice with opportunity to participate in policy development, audit, research activities, pathway development, staff and student training.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Appropriate professional qualification in dietetic role or pending
• Current relevant registration with HCPC or pending
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) level 7 for international recruits

Desirable

• Post graduate training in relevant specialist area

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working in a variety of practice areas whilst on student placements or postgraduate

Desirable

• Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism
• Experience of working in Multidisciplinary Team

Knowledge
Essential

• Awareness of professional standards and their application to practice
• Understanding of the needs of service users with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities

Desirable

• Knowledge of evidence-based practice in designated specialist area
• Clinical risk assessment and application in practice

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.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Roseberry Park Hospital, Middlesbrough, TS4 3AF, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Lead Forensic Dietitian, Dale Crookes, dale.crookes@nhs.net, 07554229262

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