Nutritional Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £24,465.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24465.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | Halifax, HX3 0PW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9372-26-0127 |
Summary
Assist the patients in eating and drinking and ensure all patients have their needs met with the support of the ward team. Keep accurate and timely records at ward level which do not require the expertise of the dietician or qualified nurse. Participate in audit with guidance from the team. Encourage and assist patients to take prescribed snacks, nourishing drinks and supplements and document as directed by the dietician. Contribute to the moving and handling of the patient following appropriate training and education. Assist all patients with food related issues and promote discussion with the dietetic team. Weigh and measure patients as requested and as per nutritional risk assessment.