• Job Description

  Req#: C9180-25-0374?language=en&page=452&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are looking for suitably experienced Dietitians to work in a newly created 0.8 post (30 hours) mixing HPB oncology and lower GI Surgery specialist areas. You will be working within the Oncology and Gastro, Renal & Hepatology Specialist teams.

  You will be well supported by Senior Oncology and Gastro Dietitians and be involved in providing a service to all patients across the whole pathway, for HPB this includes inpatients and outpatients and all modes of treatment; chemotherapy / immunotherapy / major cancer surgery. For the lower GI service this includes a specialist gastro surgery clinic and input to a lower GI ward.

  Main duties of the job

  To act as part of the Dietetic Team and in conjunction with the Oncology / Gastroenterology Team, streamlining service and care regionally, where appropriate, in conjunction with the Band 7 and Band 8a Dietitians at Addenbrooke's and other external Units / agencies as appropriate.

  To work within a multi-professional framework and contribute to a first-class service through evidence-based clinical practice, management, education, research and audit.

  To set and work towards individual and team objectives that reflect corporate plans and work within the clinical governance framework.

  About us

  Our Trust

  Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

  CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

  Details

  Date posted

  02 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 6

  Salary

  £37,338 to £44,962 a year p.a. pro rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  180-B-253061-RE

  Job locations

  Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B

  Hills Road

  Cambridge

  CB2 0QQ

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  We are a large and growing dietetic team as we plan and prepare for the development of our new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital.https://www.cambridgecancer.org.uk/our-hospital/

  Our Dietetic Team of over 100 Dietitians covers a range of specialities including Cancer, Critical Care, Neurosurgery, Hepatology, Renal, Organ Transplants, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics, Diabetes, Cardiology and Obesity. We have a very active social committee and EDI group and regularly hold social events both inside and outside the hospital. In addition, the Trust also has social fitness centre on site.

  Our Oncology specialist MDTs are very inclusive and supportive and we have a strong presence within them.

  This is an onsite, clinical post at CUH. The department operates over the hours of 9-5 although there may be opportunities for some flexible working.

  We would consider to explore this position as a progression post for a suitably qualified Band 5 looking to develop towards a Band 6 within Oncology Dietetics. Please consider applying if you have experience at Band 5 level and would like to be considered, should this opportunity arise. However, this does not guarantee you will be shortlisted to interview in the event of large application numbers at Band 6.

  The Department has a thriving and well regarded Research Group and has supported staff with post graduate qualifications, offering junior staff or those new to research guidance and support in research skills development.

  Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) is an internationally renowned teaching hospital based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, housing Royal Papworth Hospital, Astra Zeneca, MRC and the Institute for Public Health; all linking with CUH.

  A number of our staff house share to make Cambridge a friendly and affordable location to start your Dietetic career. Newly appointed and existing staff can apply for a loan of up to £3000 to cover the cost of the deposit, any fees and contribution towards the first months rent.

  Check out our Twitter page to see what we are currently doing: @CUH_dietitians

  We would welcome visits from anyone interested in applying for these posts to meet the team and have a look around.

  We operate flexible working hours when it fits in with the clinical service.

  Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

  Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:

  • applied for a Graduate visa
  • or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment
  • or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

  The advert will close at midnight on 10th June 2025.

  Interviews are due to be held on 18th June 2025.

  Benefits to you

  At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

  On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

  CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

  Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

  We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  We are a large and growing dietetic team as we plan and prepare for the development of our new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital.https://www.cambridgecancer.org.uk/our-hospital/

  Our Dietetic Team of over 100 Dietitians covers a range of specialities including Cancer, Critical Care, Neurosurgery, Hepatology, Renal, Organ Transplants, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics, Diabetes, Cardiology and Obesity. We have a very active social committee and EDI group and regularly hold social events both inside and outside the hospital. In addition, the Trust also has social fitness centre on site.

  Our Oncology specialist MDTs are very inclusive and supportive and we have a strong presence within them.

  This is an onsite, clinical post at CUH. The department operates over the hours of 9-5 although there may be opportunities for some flexible working.

  We would consider to explore this position as a progression post for a suitably qualified Band 5 looking to develop towards a Band 6 within Oncology Dietetics. Please consider applying if you have experience at Band 5 level and would like to be considered, should this opportunity arise. However, this does not guarantee you will be shortlisted to interview in the event of large application numbers at Band 6.

  The Department has a thriving and well regarded Research Group and has supported staff with post graduate qualifications, offering junior staff or those new to research guidance and support in research skills development.

  Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) is an internationally renowned teaching hospital based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, housing Royal Papworth Hospital, Astra Zeneca, MRC and the Institute for Public Health; all linking with CUH.

  A number of our staff house share to make Cambridge a friendly and affordable location to start your Dietetic career. Newly appointed and existing staff can apply for a loan of up to £3000 to cover the cost of the deposit, any fees and contribution towards the first months rent.

  Check out our Twitter page to see what we are currently doing: @CUH_dietitians

  We would welcome visits from anyone interested in applying for these posts to meet the team and have a look around.

  We operate flexible working hours when it fits in with the clinical service.

  Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

  Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:

  • applied for a Graduate visa
  • or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment
  • or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

  The advert will close at midnight on 10th June 2025.

  Interviews are due to be held on 18th June 2025.

  Benefits to you

  At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

  On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

  CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

  Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

  We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • State Registered Dietitian
  • Appropriate degree/diploma to post graduate level such as Diploma in Advanced dietetic Practice or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
  • Evidence of CPD (portfolio)

  Desirable

  • Training / further study
  • Oncology / PEN group member

  Experience

  Essential

  • Evidence of good general acute experience in the NHS or comparable hospital systems
  • Evidence of researching and experiencing specialist dietetic areas including one or more the following: nutrition support, Oncology, Renal, Gastroenterology, Hepatology
  • MDT work
  • Evidence of the ability to research and produce project portfolios / work
  • Experience of giving talks / group education sessions on dietetic subjects
  • Demonstrable interest in Nutrition Support, Oncology, gastroenterology Dietetics

  Desirable

  • Experience in nutrition support / Oncology / Upper GI / Gastro / Surgery
  • Student Training experience
  • Proven development work in either speciality or can demonstrate the potential from transferable specialisms
  • Experience of developing and delivering staff and patient education programmes
  • Experience using electronic patient record

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Up to date with current general issues in Dietetics
  • Demonstrates good clinical practice
  • Good Knowledge of articial nutritional support
  • Demonstrates knowledge and interest in nutrition in Oncology and Gastroenterology

  Desirable

  • Appreciates own limitations

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to convey ideas clearly and simply
  • Evidence of the ability to be able to communicate clearly and professionally both in writing and verbally in the English language
  • Evidence of the ability to prioritise the needs of patients and colleagues
  • Evidence of working well in a team and demonstrates potential to work on own initiative
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to establish appropriate rapport with patients and staff
  • Ability to function professionally and intelligently in a clinical situation with many people present
  • Time management with organisational skills and able to manage busy workload
  • Be prepared to deal with sensitive and confidential issues
  • Be able to concentrate through emotional and distressing interviews
  • Computer Literate, knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Able to be adaptable to be able to learn new computerised programmes, e.g. EPIC
  • Pays attention to detail

  Desirable

  • Computer Literate, knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Able to interact with staff at senior level and all stakeholders

  Additional Requirements

  Essential

  • The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
  • Ability to undertake On-call duties
  • Works well under pressure

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • State Registered Dietitian
  • Appropriate degree/diploma to post graduate level such as Diploma in Advanced dietetic Practice or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
  • Evidence of CPD (portfolio)

  Desirable

  • Training / further study
  • Oncology / PEN group member

  Experience

  Essential

  • Evidence of good general acute experience in the NHS or comparable hospital systems
  • Evidence of researching and experiencing specialist dietetic areas including one or more the following: nutrition support, Oncology, Renal, Gastroenterology, Hepatology
  • MDT work
  • Evidence of the ability to research and produce project portfolios / work
  • Experience of giving talks / group education sessions on dietetic subjects
  • Demonstrable interest in Nutrition Support, Oncology, gastroenterology Dietetics

  Desirable

  • Experience in nutrition support / Oncology / Upper GI / Gastro / Surgery
  • Student Training experience
  • Proven development work in either speciality or can demonstrate the potential from transferable specialisms
  • Experience of developing and delivering staff and patient education programmes
  • Experience using electronic patient record

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Up to date with current general issues in Dietetics
  • Demonstrates good clinical practice
  • Good Knowledge of articial nutritional support
  • Demonstrates knowledge and interest in nutrition in Oncology and Gastroenterology

  Desirable

  • Appreciates own limitations

  Skills

  Essential

  • Ability to convey ideas clearly and simply
  • Evidence of the ability to be able to communicate clearly and professionally both in writing and verbally in the English language
  • Evidence of the ability to prioritise the needs of patients and colleagues
  • Evidence of working well in a team and demonstrates potential to work on own initiative
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to establish appropriate rapport with patients and staff
  • Ability to function professionally and intelligently in a clinical situation with many people present
  • Time management with organisational skills and able to manage busy workload
  • Be prepared to deal with sensitive and confidential issues
  • Be able to concentrate through emotional and distressing interviews
  • Computer Literate, knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Able to be adaptable to be able to learn new computerised programmes, e.g. EPIC
  • Pays attention to detail

  Desirable

  • Computer Literate, knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Able to interact with staff at senior level and all stakeholders

  Additional Requirements

  Essential

  • The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
  • Ability to undertake On-call duties
  • Works well under pressure

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B

  Hills Road

  Cambridge

  CB2 0QQ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B

  Hills Road

  Cambridge

  CB2 0QQ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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