Dietitian

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Dietitian The closing date is 16 April 2026 An opportunity to work as part of the award winning CONNECT service, for a 12 month secondment or temporary post. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting adults with eating disorders in the community as well as providing cover on the specialist inpatient ward. You will be responsible for supporting other professionals within the service with regards to nutrition and dietetic provision. You will offer one to one and group nutritional interventions to support patients in their recovery. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will have access to supervision from experienced dietitians and work collaboratively with members of the MDT including occupational therapy, psychology, nursing and psychiatry. You will have the opportunity to access training and development in the latest evidence-based practice including MANTRA. Attendance at local and regional eating disorder supervision groups is supported within this role. There will be opportunities to deliver training to other members of the team and support others in delivering nutrition-based interventions. The successful candidate will join an innovative team of dietitians who have active involvement in contributing to local and national guidance. There are strong links with local universities and teaching hospitals which provide opportunities for training and development. About us The Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT) is the main provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services in Leeds. We also provide specialist inpatient services in York and some highly specialised services across the country. As a teaching trust with strong links to local universities, we are a centre of excellence for teaching, research and development. There are many benefits of working for LYPFT including fantastic employee wellbeing support, 27 - 33 days annual leave, flexible working and remote working arrangements, the NHS Pension Scheme, coaching, support and opportunities for career development and training and education support alongside a range of exclusive discounts and payment schemes including for cars, extra leave days and more NHS Discount Offers. We also have a bank department, offering variety of roles in nursing, allied health professions, healthcare support worker and administration clerical. Permanent employees are automatically added to bank. Applicants should be aware that individuals requiring a visa to work in the UK, the Trust only provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles (this does not include Healthcare Support Workers). This is an essential requirement, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you do not meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa. Job responsibilities You will be responsible for supervising and supporting other professionals within the service with regards to dietetic provision. You will also represent dietetics within the local team Clinical Governance Council. You will also have the opportunity to provide training, advice and support to Dietitians outside of the service in line with MEED guidelines within Acute Hospitals across West Yorkshire. The post holder must hold a HCPC registration. The successful candidate will have experience of working with adults with an eating disorder. Applications are welcomed from candidates who wish to apply for a position on the basis of a smarter (Hybrid) or flexible working arrangement. Dont delay, apply now! Like to know more first? Talk to Beth Gripton, Lead Dietitian on 07973638124 beth.gripton@nhs.net or Dean Caldwell White dean.caldwell-white@nhs.net 07504048690 Person Specification Qualifications Knowledge * Formal behaviour change course and/or demonstrate an understanding of motivational interviewing/behavioral change approach * Willingness to undergo training to support the pre-registration of Dietitians * Knowledge of the clinical complexities working with people with Eating Disorders, clinical experience/interest in working in a mental health setting 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. Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr