Lead with Compassion, Care with Purpose

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dietician to join the team on a part time basis. Salary for this role is £50k on a full time basis. However, this role is based on 16 hours per week pro rata £.

Waterloo Manor Hospital is the largest female personality disorder service in the United Kingdom, providing specialized assessment and treatment for women with complex mental health needs.

Job Purpose

• To assess, diagnose, and manage patients’ nutritional needs, providing evidence-based dietary advice to support recovery, improve health outcomes, and promote overall wellbeing.
• Clinical Assessment & Care
• · Assess patients’ nutritional status and dietary needs
• · Develop and implement personalised nutrition care plans
• · Monitor and review patient progress, adjusting plans as needed
• · Provide specialist advice for patients with conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and eating disorders
• Patient Support & Education
• · Educate patients, families, and carers on healthy eating and nutrition
• · Support behaviour change and promote long-term healthy habits
• · Deliver one-to-one consultations and group education sessions
• Multidisciplinary Working
• · Work closely with doctors, nurses, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals
• · Contribute to patient care plans and clinical reviews
• · Provide nutritional input during ward rounds and case discussions
• Documentation & Administration
• · Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• · Use electronic health systems to document care and outcomes
• · Prepare reports and contribute to audits or service evaluations
• Health Promotion
• · Support public health initiatives and nutritional awareness programmes
• · Develop resources such as meal plans, leaflets, and guidance materials

Person Specification

• Essential Qualifications & Skills
• · Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition
• · Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
• · Strong communication and counselling skills
• · Ability to interpret clinical data and apply nutritional science
• · Good organisational and time-management skills
• Desirable
• · Experience in a clinical or mental health setting
• · Knowledge of specialist diets (e.g. enteral feeding, weight management)
• · Understanding of psychological aspects of eating behaviours

Why Join Us?

• Access to mandatory training with opportunities for further professional development and career growth
• Auto enrolment Pension
• Career development opportunities
• Eligibility for blue light card