Dietetic Support Worker - Inherited Metabolic Disorder B4

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Scottish Inherited Metabolic Disorders Service (SIMDS) as a Dietetic Support Worker. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support the care of infants, children and adults with inherited metabolic disorders across Scotland. The role involves assisting specialist metabolic dietitians with patient care, education, monitoring and service administration, helping to deliver a high-quality and compassionate service to patients and their families.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent - Fixed Term TBC

Royal Hospital for Children

36 Hours Per Week - Working 5 Days over 7

Key Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of specialist Metabolic Dietitians, you will support the nutritional care and monitoring of patients with inherited metabolic disorders. Duties include collecting and recording patient information, monitoring growth, dietary intake and blood results, supporting patients and families with practical dietary advice, preparing and delivering education sessions, organising clinics and patient activities, managing specialist nutritional products and stock, maintaining electronic patient records and databases, contributing to audits and service development activities, and providing administrative and clerical support to the wider metabolic dietetic team. The role requires close collaboration with patients, families, carers and healthcare professionals across a variety of clinical and community settings.

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

• Educated to SVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent experience in nutrition, catering or a health-related subject.
• Knowledge or experience of clinical nutrition or specialist dietary products.
• Basic cooking skills with a genuine interest in nutrition and dietetics.
• Experience working with and communicating effectively with children and families.
• Experience providing nutrition or dietary advice (desirable).
• Experience delivering or facilitating group education sessions (desirable).
• Experience in a healthcare, education or catering environment.
• Good IT skills, including use of databases, Microsoft Office and electronic record systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
• Ability to work flexibly across different settings and adapt to changing service demands.
  
  

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, 07866859991, Carolyn.Dunlop2@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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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.

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