Dietitian

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Dietitian with

strong clinical skills and an interest in neurological rehabilitation and

supporting patients with complex nutritional needs. The ideal candidate will

have excellent communication and organisational skills, experience in managing

dysphagia and enteral feeding, and the ability to work effectively as part of

an interdisciplinary team. A commitment to delivering high-quality,

patient-centred care is essential.

Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the

Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants

currently.

RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In

consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.

RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and

values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you

do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk.

The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental

sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.

disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the

recruitment process and in the workplace.

Main duties of the job

Role: Senior 2 Dietitian (Band

6 equivalent)

Department: Brain Injury Service (Dietetics)

Salary range: £35,402

• £46,693 (pro rata from FTE £41,489 - £54,721,

DOE)

Hours of work: 32 hours per week, part time

Contract type(s): Permanent

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Dietitian

to join our Dietetics Team at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability.

Primarily based within our Brain Injury Service (neuro-rehabilitation), you

will play a key role as a senior member of the interdisciplinary team,

contributing to the delivery of high-quality, holistic, patient-centred care.

The role will also involve providing support across our Ventilator and

Continuing Care Services as required.

Nutrition is a key priority at RHN, with many patients experiencing

dysphagia and complex nutritional needs. Approximately 70% of patients have

gastrostomy tubes, making enteral feeding a key part of the role. This is an

opportunity to develop your specialist skills while making a meaningful

difference to patients with complex neurological disabilities.

Our team are looking to hold interviews on Wednesday 11th

November 2026.

If you would like an informal conversation about the role

please contact Clinical Lead Dietitian Emma Craig on ecraig@rhn.org.uk .

Please note, all applications should include a cover letter.

Any applications without will not be considered.

About us

Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

• Generous annual leave
• Free counselling, therapy and mental wellbeing support
• Free on-site wellbeing activities, including weekly yoga and our monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)
• Free on-site parking a rarity in London!
• Access to wages early to help with unexpected costs Financial support, including low-interest loans and savings support
• Staff networks including Pride, Womens and Race Equality networks
• Cycle2Work, tech purchase support and Blue Light Card discounts
• Regular cultural and heritage events celebrating our diverse workforce

Details

Date posted

14 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£41,489 to £54,721 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

JOBPOSTING-3-853

Job locations

Putney

London

SW15 3SW

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Main Objectives of the role:

• Demonstrate an awareness of RHNs strategy, objectives and contribute to achieving them appropriately.
• To manage and prioritise own specialised clinical caseload and provide specialised, evidence based dietetic advice.
• Strive to improve efficiency and effectiveness across all areas of working within dietetics, and the wider interdisciplinary professional team whilst working within individual scope of practice, local policies and guidelines and HCPC and BDA code of conduct.
• To contribute to creating a culture where quality is at the heart of everything we do and it is delivered on all occasions, to the highest level, in line with our contractual obligations.
• To ensure all patients and residents are appropriately nourished thus promoting health and wellbeing and avoiding or correcting malnutrition
• To be a specialised resource within the Hospital and to other interested professionals outside this organisation, regarding artificial enteral nutrition and adapted oral nutrition for this particular patient population.
• To ensure that delivery of nutrition to the patients / residents in the organisation is done in an efficient and effective way collaborating with other disciplines and departments and being a key member of the MDT
• To be open to research and audit opportunities that may improve nutritional care of the patients or others outside this organisation

Please see attached the job description for more information.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.

Job responsibilities

Main Objectives of the role:

• Demonstrate an awareness of RHNs strategy, objectives and contribute to achieving them appropriately.
• To manage and prioritise own specialised clinical caseload and provide specialised, evidence based dietetic advice.
• Strive to improve efficiency and effectiveness across all areas of working within dietetics, and the wider interdisciplinary professional team whilst working within individual scope of practice, local policies and guidelines and HCPC and BDA code of conduct.
• To contribute to creating a culture where quality is at the heart of everything we do and it is delivered on all occasions, to the highest level, in line with our contractual obligations.
• To ensure all patients and residents are appropriately nourished thus promoting health and wellbeing and avoiding or correcting malnutrition
• To be a specialised resource within the Hospital and to other interested professionals outside this organisation, regarding artificial enteral nutrition and adapted oral nutrition for this particular patient population.
• To ensure that delivery of nutrition to the patients / residents in the organisation is done in an efficient and effective way collaborating with other disciplines and departments and being a key member of the MDT
• To be open to research and audit opportunities that may improve nutritional care of the patients or others outside this organisation

Please see attached the job description for more information.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.

Person Specification

Person specification: Essential and Desirable

Essential

• BSc Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent leading to registration with HCPC Evidence of continuing professional development
• To have wide experience of nutritional support particularly gastrostomy tube feeding
• Participation in audit and/or research
• Advanced communication skills both written and oral
• Advanced nutrition and dietetic knowledge
• Ability to work autonomously as well as in a multidisciplinary professional team
• DA membership or other appropriate indemnity insurance cover

Desirable

• Some experience supervising students or dietetic assistants.

Person Specification

Person specification: Essential and Desirable

Essential

• BSc Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent leading to registration with HCPC Evidence of continuing professional development
• To have wide experience of nutritional support particularly gastrostomy tube feeding
• Participation in audit and/or research
• Advanced communication skills both written and oral
• Advanced nutrition and dietetic knowledge
• Ability to work autonomously as well as in a multidisciplinary professional team
• DA membership or other appropriate indemnity insurance cover

Desirable

• Some experience supervising students or dietetic assistants.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

Address

Putney

London

SW15 3SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rhn.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

Address

Putney

London

SW15 3SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rhn.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

Main Objectives of the role:

• Demonstrate an awareness of RHNs strategy, objectives and contribute to achieving them appropriately.
• To manage and prioritise own specialised clinical caseload and provide specialised, evidence based dietetic advice.
• Strive to improve efficiency and effectiveness across all areas of working within dietetics, and the wider interdisciplinary professional team whilst working within individual scope of practice, local policies and guidelines and HCPC and BDA code of conduct.
• To contribute to creating a culture where quality is at the heart of everything we do and it is delivered on all occasions, to the highest level, in line with our contractual obligations.
• To ensure all patients and residents are appropriately nourished thus promoting health and wellbeing and avoiding or correcting malnutrition
• To be a specialised resource within the Hospital and to other interested professionals outside this organisation, regarding artificial enteral nutrition and adapted oral nutrition for this particular patient population.
• To ensure that delivery of nutrition to the patients / residents in the organisation is done in an efficient and effective way collaborating with other disciplines and departments and being a key member of the MDT
• To be open to research and audit opportunities that may improve nutritional care of the patients or others outside this organisation

Please see attached the job description for more information.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.

Person specification: Essential and Desirable

Essential

• BSc Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent leading to registration with HCPC Evidence of continuing professional development
• To have wide experience of nutritional support particularly gastrostomy tube feeding
• Participation in audit and/or research
• Advanced communication skills both written and oral
• Advanced nutrition and dietetic knowledge
• Ability to work autonomously as well as in a multidisciplinary professional team
• DA membership or other appropriate indemnity insurance cover

Desirable

• Some experience supervising students or dietetic assistants.