Paediatric Dietitian – Band 5 / Band 6

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated Paediatric Dietitian (Band 5 or Band 6) to join our client's service in Northern Ireland.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated dietitian with paediatric experience to provide high-quality nutritional assessment, treatment and support to infants, children and young people across outpatient and community settings.

We welcome applications from experienced Band 6 Paediatric Dietitians with a strong background in managing complex paediatric caseloads, as well as Band 5 Dietitians with previous paediatric experience who are looking to further develop their clinical skills

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualised care plans for paediatric patients.
• Provide evidence-based dietary advice, patient education and behaviour change interventions.
• Support children and families with a range of nutritional and dietary conditions.
• Monitor nutritional progress and adapt interventions according to clinical needs.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure care is delivered in line with professional standards and best practice.
• Support families and carers to implement practical, sustainable dietary changes.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Dietetics.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Relevant paediatric dietetic experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Band 6 – Paediatric Dietitian

Applicants applying at Band 6 level should have experience in the assessment and management of:

• IgE and non-IgE-mediated food allergies.
• Selective or fussy eating and Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).
• Faltering growth and paediatric weight management.
• Enteral feeding.
• Coeliac disease.
• Iron deficiency anaemia.

Experience managing complex caseloads within outpatient and community settings is essential, alongside the ability to deliver effective behaviour change interventions and patient education.

Band 5 – Paediatric Dietitian

Band 5 applicants with previous paediatric dietetic experience are also welcome to apply. Candidates should be confident in providing face-to-face clinical care, conducting nutritional assessments and supporting children and their families with dietary advice and management plans.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work within a paediatric dietetic service in Northern Ireland.
• Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience and banding.
• Dedicated recruitment support throughout the process.
• Opportunity to utilise and develop your paediatric clinical expertise.

How to Apply

If you are an HCPC-registered Dietitian with paediatric experience and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this opportunity.

Please note that applicants must meet the relevant professional registration and eligibility requirements for the role.