HEN and Community Dietitian
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Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust HEN and Community Dietitian
The closing date is 15 November 2026
Job summary
Are you looking for your next step in dietetics? Do you have a good mixed dietetic background with experience in nutrition support? We are looking for an enthusiastic dietitian to work as part of our HEN team for a fixed term of 12 months to cover maternity leave. The job role is varied, including working as part of a multidisciplinary HEN team, working closely with our HEN nurse specialist supporting enterally fed patients in the community. You will also have your own general outpatient clinic and a GP clinic, being based at our Basingstoke site. Being able to work both independently and being a team-player is essential for this role.
We are a friendly team of over 20 dietitians, 2 nutrition nurses, dietetic assistants and excellent admin support across our 2 main sites. We support students from the University of Surrey and the University of Winchester on their placements, and there are opportunities to become involved in training other healthcare professionals.
Main duties of the job
This band 6 clinical specialist dietitian works as an autonomous practitioner with a caseload of complex patients within a team structure. Working closely with multidisciplinary professionals and patients and their families / carers to empower and support patients at home with enteral feeding, this role requires excellent communication skills.
Regular general outpatient clinics, and regular inpatient work at Alton Community Hospital
About us
Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.
Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.
We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.
The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.
Your Next Career Move Made Easier - Accommodation May Be Offered
We understand relocating can be a big step. Hampshire Hospitals may be able to provide accommodation options for successful candidates, depending on availability. If this something you would like to explore please contact Southern Housing on 02080 360017
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
251-FCSS7967-HEN
Job locations
Basingstoke
Aldermaston Road
Basingstoke
RG24 9NA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To practice autonomously and manage a caseload of patients primarily in community settings including nursing homes, residential homes and patients homes.
Working closely with other members of the MDT
Regular general outpatient clinics, and regular inpatient cover providing a an inpatient service to Alton Community Hospital, including to patients who are not necessarily receiving nutritional support.
Please see job description for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
To practice autonomously and manage a caseload of patients primarily in community settings including nursing homes, residential homes and patients homes.
Working closely with other members of the MDT
Regular general outpatient clinics, and regular inpatient cover providing a an inpatient service to Alton Community Hospital, including to patients who are not necessarily receiving nutritional support.
Please see job description for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered as a Dietitian with the HCPC UK
- Minimum BSc in Nutrition / Human nutrition or equivalent
Desirable
- Post graduate study in a relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Good background in general dietetics in NHS
- Experience of nutrition support in the UK
- working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- membership of a relevant specialist interest group
Skills
Essential
- advanced communication skills
Desirable
- involved in audit or quality improvement work
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered as a Dietitian with the HCPC UK
- Minimum BSc in Nutrition / Human nutrition or equivalent
Desirable
- Post graduate study in a relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Good background in general dietetics in NHS
- Experience of nutrition support in the UK
- working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- membership of a relevant specialist interest group
Skills
Essential
- advanced communication skills
Desirable
- involved in audit or quality improvement work
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
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basingstoke
Aldermaston Road
Basingstoke
RG24 9NA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basingstoke
Aldermaston Road
Basingstoke
RG24 9NA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
HEN team lead
Clare Elliott
01962824614
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
251-FCSS7967-HEN
Job locations
Basingstoke
Aldermaston Road
Basingstoke
RG24 9NA
United Kingdom
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