NHS
Specialist Bariatric Dietitian
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Job Description
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- BSc or Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
- HCPC registration
- Clinical supervisory skills training
- Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA)
- Behavioural skills training
- Intuitive eating training
- Motivational interviewing skills
- Experience of working within a surgical bariatric service
- Experience of working in a range of different specialist clinical areas specifically weight management services.
- Experience of supporting and assessing student dietitians
- Experience in conducting clinical audit and how this can impact a service
- Experience of working as part of an MDT
- Experience in delivering clinical education to staff, students or assistants and giving constructive feedback
- Research and publication experience
- IFSO accredited Bariatric Surgery course
- Involvement in quality improvement projects
- Formal teaching experience
- Ability in data collation and analysis skills
- Able to present information, written and verbal, in a clear, logical and concise manner
- Ability to organise, prioritise & delegate tasks
- Able to cope in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients & carers
- Up to date with evidence based professional practice and research
- Qualified to preform gastric band adjustments
- Kowledge of the dietetic and medical management of patients living with obesity
- Specialist knowledge of bariatric surgery procedures
- Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services
- Knowledge of psychological approaches to weight management and disordered eating
- To be able to work successfully within a team
- Ability to establish rapport and motivate people to encourage participation in treatment.
- Ability to take direction from team members and form positive relationships
- Able to reflect on and appraise own performance
- Ability to be flexible and to respond positively to change.
- Able to speak and write English as necessary to undertake the role
- BSc or Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
- HCPC registration
- Clinical supervisory skills training
- Member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA)
- Behavioural skills training
- Intuitive eating training
- Motivational interviewing skills
- Experience of working within a surgical bariatric service
- Experience of working in a range of different specialist clinical areas specifically weight management services.
- Experience of supporting and assessing student dietitians
- Experience in conducting clinical audit and how this can impact a service
- Experience of working as part of an MDT
- Experience in delivering clinical education to staff, students or assistants and giving constructive feedback
- Research and publication experience
- IFSO accredited Bariatric Surgery course
- Involvement in quality improvement projects
- Formal teaching experience
- Ability in data collation and analysis skills
- Able to present information, written and verbal, in a clear, logical and concise manner
- Ability to organise, prioritise & delegate tasks
- Able to cope in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients & carers
- Up to date with evidence based professional practice and research
- Qualified to preform gastric band adjustments
- Kowledge of the dietetic and medical management of patients living with obesity
- Specialist knowledge of bariatric surgery procedures
- Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services
- Knowledge of psychological approaches to weight management and disordered eating
- To be able to work successfully within a team
- Ability to establish rapport and motivate people to encourage participation in treatment.
- Ability to take direction from team members and form positive relationships
- Able to reflect on and appraise own performance
- Ability to be flexible and to respond positively to change.
- Able to speak and write English as necessary to undertake the role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced dietitian to join our team to support the surgical bariatric service. This is a fixed term contract to cover a secondment and previous bariatric experience is necessary. The role is mainly outpatient focussed with a mix of clinics and group work to support patients through tier 4 complex obesity services. The role is very well supported with a well established team in bariatric surgery, including exceptional leadership from the Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Bariatric Surgery who is a Specialist Dietitian.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic dietitian, with excellent communication and leadership skills and the ability to work well as part of a well established MDT team.
Additional contact information
Sarah Matthias - Senior Specialist Dietitian/Advanced Practitioner - Bariatric Surgery
Sarah Matthias2@nhs.net
This role requires HCPC Registration.
Base Location: Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: 15th January 2026
Main duties of the job
You will be a member of the UHD Dietetics Department, which consists of 25+ dietitians working across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch Hospitals within a variety of specialties that include Diabetes, Paediatrics and Oncology. The role will involve training of more junior staff and student dietitians.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
Details
Date posted
16 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
21 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
153-SP05339
Job locations
University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Technical Skills and Competencies
Essential
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Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
Language requirement
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
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Technical Skills and Competencies
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
Language requirement
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure 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).
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
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University Hospitals Dorset - All Sites
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
Employer's website
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