Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Dietitian
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Dietitian
Dietetic Assistant (Fixed-Term, 12 Months) – The Royal Surrey Hospital
About The Role
A full-time, fixed-term opportunity (12 months) has arisen for an enthusiastic individual keen to develop their clinical dietetic skills, to join our proactive, multidisciplinary team of 46 at The Royal Surrey Hospital.
This role offers unparalleled experience supporting very experienced specialist dietitians and is ideal for those looking to launch or enhance their career in dietetics. Working alongside a visionary team, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow professionally in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Work within the established medical dietetic teams, providing multidisciplinary support to both inpatients and outpatients
- Assist in vital patient care, including MUST screening initiatives and multidisciplinary team (MDT) collaboration
- Contribute to service improvement projects by proposing efficiency enhancements with initiative and creativity
- Join our innovative audit and research culture, promoting clinical excellence in patient care
- Support dietetic student training, including work with University of Surrey and University of Winchester students
- Coordinate and contribute to clinical teaching and dissertation supervision for students
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Requirements
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a dietitian
- Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development
- Eagerness to develop clinical skills in a medical dietetics environment
- Strong initiative, proactive mindset, and enthusiasm for service improvement
Personal Attributes
- Passion for working in a supportive, friendly, and dynamic team
- Open to continuing education, mentorship, and collaborative leadership
Why Join The Royal Surrey Hospital?
Professional Growth & Support
- Part of a dynamic team embedded in forward-thinking research and audit practices
- Enhance knowledge through training with experienced dietitians
- Involvement in cutting-edge initiatives, including student mentoring and developing task-focused reports
Culture & Environment
- A clinically led, collaborative Trust, focusing on joined-up care across hospital and community services
- Regionally renowned for delivering specialist cancer care
- Exceptional CQC rating: Outstanding
Benefits
- Flexibility and opportunities through a Group Model partnership with Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals NHS FT, ensuring workforce development and a supportive approach to career growth
- Desirable locations across Guildford (main site), Haslemere, Milford, and Cranleigh, with home-based care options provided
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing package for our 5,000 colleagues
- Inclusive recruitment process with access to additional support (e.g., interview familiarisation visits, meeting recruiters early)
- Proud NHS institution integrating cutting-edge infrastructure and career advancement opportunities
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About Us
- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust represents outstanding patient care, innovation, and staff development
- A 5+ star-rated Trust with strong values of compassion and teamwork
- Last-accredited in 2022 for finance and governance
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Next Steps
- Interviews are in-person only – no remote/adaptive arrangements available
- Adverts may close early – apply as soon as possible
Career Enquiries
If you’d like detailed discussions or further information:
- Deputy Head of Dietetics: Nicola Porter
- Telephone: 01483 571122
- Additional Support Contact: Ext. 3229 (Liz Toft or Karen Mackie)
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