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Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
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Address: Southmead Hospital; Westbury-on-Trym; Bristol; Bristol; BS10 5NB
Contact Number: 0117 950 5050

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Ref: 339-MED9591-BAL Vacancy ID: 7849591

Diabetes Specialist Dietitian

Closed for applications on: 22-Apr-2026 12:19

Vacancy status: Closed

Closed for applications on: 22-Apr-2026 12:19

Location

Site: Southmead Hospital
Address: Southmead Road
Town: Westbury-on-Trym
Postcode: BS10 5NB
Major / Minor Region: Bristol

Contract type & working pattern

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Part time
Flexible working
Home or remote working

32 hours per week (Monday to Friday, approximately 8am-4pm, some home working could be considered once required competencies achieved and dependent on service requirements - exact details to be agreed.)

Salary

Salary: £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata for part time roles
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: (Band 6)

Specialty

Main area: Diabetes

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1^st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

To provide an effective, evidence-based dietetic service as a key member of the Diabetes Multidisciplinary Team (MDT).
Deliver outpatient clinics and structured education sessions for people with diabetes.
Conduct comprehensive assessments and reviews, including clinical history, biochemistry, anthropometry, nutritional assessment, social history, glucose data interpretation, medication history, other diagnostic tests etc.
Develop realistic, patient-centred, holistic nutritional care plans considering medical, social, cultural and psychological factors.
Support behaviour change using counselling and motivational approaches.

Achieve required competencies in line with organisational guidelines for non-medical prescribers and the BDA competency framework to make recommendations regarding diabetes medication adjustment where appropriate.
Initiate and support patients using diabetes technology (continuous glucose monitoring).
Order and interpret blood/urine tests and escalate abnormal results appropriately.

Deliver education and training to patients, carers, student dietitians and healthcare professionals.
Liaise with healthcare professionals within and beyond the Diabetes MDT as required to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Contribute to development and review of patient education resources, and nutrition-related guidelines, policies and procedures within the Diabetes Service.

Actively participate in Diabetes Service meetings, Clinical Governance meetings and to represent the Diabetes Specialist Dietitians on relevant working groups and committees at the NHS Trust.
Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional standards (HCPC and national guidelines).
Maintain evidence-based practice in line with current guidelines, ongoing Continuing Professional Development and HCPC registration requirements.
Participate in appraisal and performance review processes.

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

· As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

· The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.

· BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

· To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.

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· The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.

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Please note that if you apply for a position with this Trust, you may be contacted via Trac or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your Trac account and email accounts. We may also contact you by texting the mobile number, if provided, on the application form.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.

When providing employment reference details, please provide correct work-related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your referee must all be known to you in a line manager or professional lead capacity.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Person specification

Education / Training / Qualifications

Essential criteria

Course of study leading to registration as a dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Current registered dietitian status with HCPC
Training in communication and behaviour change
Clinical Supervisory Skills course

Desirable criteria

Have completed or be working towards a BDA validated post-graduate course, such as Diabetes Care course
BDA member of specialist group

Work Experience

Essential criteria

Have attained second gateway of Band 5 and have attained or be working towards first gateway of Band 6.
Experience of working in a range of clinical areas within the NHS, including diabetes
Experience of delivering education / training to groups

Desirable criteria

Experience of participating in audit & research
Experience of Outpatient work (clinics)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential criteria

Presentation and teaching skills
Competent written communication skills
Evidence of professional development plan and commitment to lifelong learning

Documents

Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Faye Cochrane
Job title: Senior Diabetes Specialist Dietitian
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 0117 414 6427
Additional information: If you would like to arrange an informal visit or you have further questions, please contact [email protected] or [email protected] (Lead Diabetes Nurse)