Locum Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian - Essex

Job Title: Specialist Paediatric Dietitian
Banding: Band 6
Location: Harlow, Essex
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 9 months
Hourly Rate: £25-26
Working Hours: Full-time or part-time considered, with 2 days remote working available

 

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian to join a busy paediatric dietetics service. This is an excellent opportunity to work across both outpatient clinics and inpatient ward settings, providing specialist nutritional support to children and young people with a range of clinical conditions. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred dietetic care while benefiting from a flexible working arrangement, including up to two days of remote working per week.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist dietetic assessment and treatment for paediatric patients in outpatient and ward settings.
• Manage a varied caseload, developing and implementing individualised nutrition care plans.
• Provide evidence-based nutritional advice to patients, families, and carers.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service development initiatives.

 

Qualifications and Experience

• HCPC registered Dietitian.
• Previous paediatric dietetics experience is essential.
• Experience managing outpatient and inpatient paediatric caseloads.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

 

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.

 

How to Apply

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Reasonable Adjustments

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