Dietetic Support Worker – Inherited Metabolic Disorder

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Are you passionate about nutrition and making a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people and adults living with complex health conditions? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a motivated and compassionate Dietetic Support Worker Inherited Metabolic Disorders to join our specialist Nutrition and Dietetics team based at the Royal Hospital for Children. This unique and rewarding role will support patients and families managing inherited metabolic disorders, providing practical education, dietary support and administrative assistance as part of a highly specialised multidisciplinary service. Working within NHSGGC, one of the largest NHS organisations in the UK, you will have the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge, work alongside expert clinicians and contribute to life-changing care for patients across the West of Scotland.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Full-time, fixed-term 12 months
• You will be based at the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow
• Working flexibly 5 days over 7
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Support Dietitians in the assessment, monitoring and dietary management of patients with inherited metabolic disorders
• Communicate with patients, parents and carers regarding blood monitoring results, dietary management and specialist nutritional products
• Assist with the planning and delivery of clinics, patient activities and educational sessions for children, adults and families
• Monitor dietary intake, weight, biochemical results and compliance with prescribed nutritional treatments and report findings to the Dietitian
• Organise appointments, follow up non-attenders and support the administration of specialist clinics
• Manage stock control and ordering of specialist medical foods, supplements and educational resources
• Collect, record and analyse clinical and audit data while maintaining accurate electronic patient records
  
  

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Educated to SVQ Level 3 or HNC in Nutrition, Catering, Health or a related subject or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience working within a healthcare, education, nutrition or catering environment
• Demonstrable interest in nutrition with practical food preparation and basic cooking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage confidently with children, families and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Good IT skills including experience using databases, spreadsheets and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while demonstrating empathy, flexibility and a patient-centred approach to care
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Carolyn Dunlop, Lead Advanced Dietitian - IMD on 07866859991 or carolyn.dunlop2@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

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