Community Dietitian

Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Dietitian to join our busy Community Nutrition & Dietetics Service in Barnsley, for 1 year from November 2026 ( fixed term contract ) on a part time basis (17.5hours/week). The post is varied and interesting, covering a range of community dietetics including community clinics, care homes and people who are housebound. The caseload includes nutrition support & general dietetics. Our team is friendly and welcoming, supporting each other to provide the best nutritional care for the people of Barnsley. You will need excellent team working, communication, organisation and time management skills, as well as be able to demonstrate a commitment to CPD. This is a community-based role; applicants must have a driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes. A contribution to the training of student dietitians is also expected. Visa sponsorship under the Health and Care Worker visa route can only be considered if the prorated salary meets the minimum threshold of £25,000, as required by the UK Visas and Immigration. Therefore, sponsorship is not possible due to the working hours. We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications. Main duties of the job As a Band 5 Community Dietitian you will: Manage a caseload requiring dietetic intervention in the community this may include a range of settings such as care homes, clinics and patients own homes. Be able to provide dietetic assessment and intervention for a range of conditions including nutrition support and general dietetics Work as a part of our team of dietitians and dietetic assistants. Have a patient centred approach in line with our Trust values Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service Possess excellent communication/interpersonal skills to negotiate and build rapport with patients, carers and families. Work with key members of multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide individualised advice, support & care plans to patients Demonstrate excellent time management, prioritisation & organisational skills Participate in education & staff development, clinical supervision and the delivery of dietetic student training All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients. We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form. About us We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative. Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers. We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities. Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust. Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible. Details Date posted 11 September 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9378-B2373 Job locations Cudworth LIFT Carlton Street Barnsley S Yorkshire S72 8ST United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities JOB SUMMARY This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed. The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments. KEY RESULT AREAS: Job Purpose 1. Assess patients, develop care plans, advise and monitor patients progr