West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Band 7 - Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian, Nutrition and Dietetics
The closing date is 23 November 2026

Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Paediatric Dietitian with a specialist interest in diabetes to join our friendly and supportive Paediatric Dietetic team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

You will become part of a supportive team of three Paediatric Dietitians within a wider department of 17 dietitians, covering a range of specialisms including neonates, cystic fibrosis, allergy and gastroenterology.

The team provides dietetic input across inpatient and outpatient services at Watford General Hospital.

Current clinics run on Tuesdays at Hemel Hempstead Hospital and Fridays at Watford General Hospital.

This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in paediatric diabetes care within a dynamic and supportive team.

Main duties of the job
In this role, you will lead and continue to develop the Paediatric Diabetes service within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.

You will contribute to specialist diabetes clinics, lead group education sessions, and act as a source of expertise for colleagues and patients alike.

About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net. If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Details
Date posted: 09 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £51,657 to £58,785 a year inc HCA pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 360-C-11505-B
Job locations: Cross Site, WD18 0HB, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
The department actively supports the training and supervision of student dietitians and offers development opportunities for other healthcare professionals.

There is potential for external course funding and ongoing professional development through our partnership with the University of Hertfordshire.

We are committed to delivering a quality, evidence-based service and encourage innovation, audit, and continuous learning through regular CPD activities, journal clubs, and study sessions.

Person Specification
Education and qualifications:

• Essential: Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent.
• Essential: HCPC Registered.
• Desirable: Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA).
• Desirable: Post Graduate Study in specialist area of dietetics e.g. paediatric course.

Knowledge:

• Essential: Specialist knowledge of managing children with diabetes, in Neonatal Unit, Cystic Fibrosis, cardiac babies, gastroenterology, and food allergies.

Experience:

• Essential: Post registration clinical experience.
• Essential: Experience in paediatrics.
• Essential: Up to date knowledge of all aspects of paediatrics management of children with diabetes.
• Essential: Extensive clinical experience of working with children with diabetes and their families/carers.
• Essential: Involvement in relevant specialist interest group e.g. paediatric group.

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.

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

Employer details
Employer name: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address: Cross Site, WD18 0HB, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Therapy Team Lead Dietetics and Speech Therapy, Meghna Mapara, meghna.mapara@nhs.net, 01923217200

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