Specialist Paediatric Dietitian
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | Eastbourne, BN21 2UD |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9374-26-0029 |
Summary
This is an exciting & innovative post working within paediatrics between primary & secondary care across East Sussex.Assistance for relocation and support with initialaccommodation is available please discuss at interview. There is also pastoral care support available to aid your smooth transition into living in East Sussex and working for ESHT. This post is maternity cover for a community paediatric post and we would welcome applications from candidates interested in working remotely, hybrid working or those happy to travel to and within East Sussex. To act as a lead and expert for the team and department concerning paediatrics - specific area to be discussed on appointment. To be responsible for the specialist nutrition and dietetic management of paediatric patients referred for nutritional advice in East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (including assessment and treatment) using specialist knowledge and skills. To independently manage and treat paediatric patients in the acute and community setting under the supervision of the Lead Paediatric Dietitian. The paediatric team forms part of our close knit & supportive Dietetic Department that includes over 40 clinicians & associated staff, supporting the specialities of paediatrics, diabetes, intensive care, inpatients, acute rehabilitation, general outpatients & community nutrition support. The department is also supported by our Primary Care Network (PCN) dietitians & we are also excited to be welcoming our first Trainee Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) Dietitians (Oncology & Integrated Discharge Team) and Dietetic Apprentices into the team in 2023.