At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the bariatric dietitian service, providing expert nutritional care and support.
- Company: Join the King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, a leader in healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for clinical supervision and research.
- Why this job: Be part of a multidisciplinary team transforming lives through nutrition and health.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered dietitian with experience in obesity and bariatric surgery.
The predicted salary is between 47810 - 54710 £ per year.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 7 Dietitian with specialist knowledge in complex obesity and bariatric surgery to work at The Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site, part of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The Specialist Dietitian – Bariatric Surgery will act as the lead dietitian for the bariatric service at PRUH, providing highly specialised nutritional assessment, counselling, and treatment for patients undergoing bariatric surgery and those living with complex obesity. The post holder will work collaboratively with surgeons, endocrinologists, specialist nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver multidisciplinary care throughout the patient journey.
The role includes expert nutritional management for patients before and after bariatric surgery, supporting lifestyle changes, weight management goals, nutritional optimisation, and prevention and management of surgical complications. Occasional inpatient support for patients with complex obesity‑related conditions or post‑operative nutritional complications is also required.
Qualifications
- UK professional registration as a dietitian.
Knowledge and Experience
- Evidence of significant dietetic experience within obesity and bariatric surgery.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working within bariatrics.
- Knowledge of dietetics within the NHS (or comparable healthcare setting).
- Experience in the clinical supervision of student dietitians.
- Experience of clinical research.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
- Advanced motivational interviewing and counselling skills.
- Ability to work autonomously with individuals and groups, including effective presentation skills.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload within a complex and busy environment.
- Ability to work as part of a team, identifying and leading on service change.
Closing date: 05/07/2026.
Specialist Dietitian - Bariatrics in London employer: Kings College Hospital
At King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our Specialist Dietitian - Bariatrics. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous professional development opportunities, while our multidisciplinary approach ensures that you will work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in a state-of-the-art facility at The Princess Royal University Hospital. Join us to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives and be part of a team that values innovation and excellence in healthcare.
