Dietetic Support Worker | University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	05 May 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£25,760 - £27,476 per annum, pro rata for part time roles
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	04 June 2026
Location:	Bristol, BS2 8HW
Company:	University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7986052/387-DT8907-GW-A

Summary

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Adult Dietetic Service at Bristol Royal Infirmary. This role offers a varied and rewarding experience, working both with the inpatient nutrition and dietetic team at the BRI and the Adult Metabolic Team supporting patients across the South West.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone keen to build experience and develop their skills in patient care. You will spend three days a week supporting dietitians on the wards and two days working alongside the Adult Metabolic Team, gaining exposure to a wide range of clinical areas. Therefore you will need good communication skills & methodical approach to work.

Below is a link to the British Dietetic Association to find out more about Dietetic Support Workers and what they do: Support workforce - BDA

You will be part of a friendly, inclusive and supportive team that values learning, development and well being. We offer:
• A rolling in‑service training programme delivered by dietetic and multidisciplinary colleagues
• Regular supervision and support to help you grow in confidence and competence
• Flexible working to support work–life balance
• A positive team culture

The DSW works under supervision to help dietitians deliver a nutrition and dietetic service for patients and their carers, including healthcare professionals. They also help to support implementation of food & nutrition policies and guidance into practice across the Trust.

As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

Click on this link to find out about our values https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/p/about-us/our-trust-values

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University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, with over 13,000 staff delivering more than 100 clinical services across 10 sites in South West England. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, we are proud to provide high‑quality, patient‑centred care, supported by innovation and research. Our hospitals are based across Bristol and Weston, offering an excellent quality of life. UHBW is committed to safeguarding, equality, and building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.


Main Duties and Responsibilities

Communication:

· Use empathy and understanding when speaking with patients or carers who may be upset or emotional.

· Take part in discussions with ward and hotel services staff to help improve patient nutrition.

· Respect confidentiality of all matters that are learned as a result of working in the NHS, including matters relating to other staff members, patients and members of the public.

Patient Care:

· Check in daily with your supervising dietitian to update them on individual patient care.

· Undertake & record patients’ height and weight accurately.

· Help complete food and fluid charts for patients to monitor their intake.

· Carry out manual and computerised dietary analysis of food record charts

· Monitor what patients eat and drink, including prescribable oral nutrition supplements, and compare it to their nutrition care plan to help them meet their dietary needs.

· Record test results for individual patient.

· Assist with planning for patients to leave hospital (discharge).

Organisation and Planning:

· Collect data for audits to help improve patient nutrition (e.g. checking portion sizes or observing mealtimes).

· Undertake admin tasks to help the dietetic service run smoothly.

· Order and manage supplies like feeding equipment and nutritional supplements.

Information Resources:

· Make sure teaching materials are ready for training sessions, as requested.

Other:

· Complete competency-based training as directed by your dietetic supervisor.

· Once trained, lead basic nutrition sessions for various staff & students.

Please refer to the job description and person specification document attached to this vacancy.
We hope you will join us and be part of shaping our future together.


· As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and to designing services around the needs of individual patients. Anonymous application data is used to support this commitment.
· The Trust is committed to supporting staff health, wellbeing, and career development through ongoing management and training—developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.


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IMPORTANT:

Please note that if you apply for a position with this Trust, you may be contacted via Trac or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your Trac account and email accounts. We may also contact you by texting the mobile number, if provided, on the application form.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.

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This advert closes on Monday 18 May 2026

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