Community Dietetic Assistant Practitioner

£32,199 - £34,876 per annum inclusive of HCAS

Part-time - 26.25 hours per week

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We are currently looking for a Band 4 Dietetic Assistant Practitioner to join our dynamic, friendly Dietetic team who are patient-focused and thrive on providing quality care.

Proposed Interview date:
Monday 30th March 2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Community Dietetic Assistant Practitioner will support the Adult Dietetic Community Team within Lewisham. The Lewisham Dietetic service includes provision of a practice based service, weight management service and management of oral nutritional supplements (ONS) for patients in care homes, their own homes and in a clinic setting. This includes support, assessment, and ongoing reviews. The service to care homes will be comprehensive and include support to patients identified with malnutrition or obesity.

To support the Dietitian in the delivery ofhigh level, quality care and evidence-based interventions in line with local and national guidance

To support Dietetic intervention in both autonomous and multidisciplinary scenarios

To plan, provide and evaluate nutritional interventions within a framework laid down by the Dietitian, in group and individual settings

To supervise/support identified assistants and students

To undertake administrative duties as required

To manage a caseload, including self- directed planning and time management

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Assistant Practitioner role

Dietetics Team members work with other agencies and other health professionals to promote diet, nutrition and health through health promotion initiatives, campaigning, education and training.

Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.

Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details relating to this role.

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent knowledge acquired through "in house" training and experience of specific patient conditions and forms of therapy
• Evidence of Professional Development

• Member of British Dietetic Association (BDA)

• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Acknowledges own limitations and seeks advice from clinician when appropriate
• Ability to interpret clinical information/data
• Understanding of all areas of clinical governance including audit
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Ability to work with patients with complex communication needs and/or barriers to communication and understanding
• Understanding of professional issues and ethics, and their application to practice
• Ability to manage and prioritise work and clinical caseload.
• Knowledge of relevant national guidelines, frameworks and policies
• Valid driving licence and daily use of a vehicle. (Business Class insurance will be required).
• Excellent presentation skills, both written and oral
• Confident in the use of different equipment for accurate anthropometry (body measurements)
• Ability to supervise and manage junior…