This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an experienced dietitian in the well established PCN dietetic service in Southampton North PCN. This post is for 6 months (January -July 2027) to cover the Lead Dietitian as they take a career break. If you are keen to explore dietetics in Primary care and gain valuable service lead experience then this is the opportunity for you!
The successful candidate will be a member of the large community dietetic team which is based at The Royal South Hants hospital in central Southampton. This team has dietitians working in a range of specialities who meet regularly for support and CPD. There are internal CPD sessions across the wider dietetic department and there will be the opportunity to work on service evaluation and improvement.
The department of dietetics and speech and language therapy employs approximately 120 staff, with clinical experts working across the range of specialties, providing both acute and community services.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service.
- UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts
- are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata)
- we offer a generous pension scheme
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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North Primary Care Network (PCN) Team Lead Dietitian in Southampton employer: Uhs
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and engaging work environment for the Head of Brachytherapy Physics role. With a commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a generous benefits package including 35 days of paid holiday and NHS discounts, staff are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the vibrant city of Southampton, employees enjoy a lower cost of living, proximity to beautiful natural parks and coastlines, and access to excellent educational facilities, making it an ideal place to build a rewarding career.
