Dietetic Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Posted
- 04/09/2026
- Closes
- 20/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Dietetic Assistant to join a dynamic team in Central North Wales. The role involves assisting Registered Dietitians with various nutrition-related tasks and projects within acute services. The successful candidate will be part of a strong, interconnected Dietetic team and will receive necessary development support and supervision. This Band 3 role is based within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, which provides a full range of health services across North Wales.
Essential criteria
- Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3 e.g. NVQ related to Health & Social Care, or working towards, (or equivalent); Documented evidence of participation in training activities.
Desirable criteria
- Membership of professional body and/or special interest group. Degree in nutrition related subject. Food hygiene certificate.
- Knowledge & Experience
- Understanding of the role of the Dietitian. Relevant experience working within health, social or education settings. Basic knowledge of some conditions that could impact upon nutrition and hydration in children and young people, relevant to the role. Self-motivation for Continued Professional Development.
- Experience in working directly with people with communication challenges/other additional needs. Experience in clinical and/ or catering establishment. Experience of practical food preparation/ demonstration. Basic knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance. Awareness of Health & Safety legislation & practices.
- Ability to work independently with individuals and/or groups Excellent interpersonal skills Effective written and oral communication skills. Good auditory / perceptual skills and the ability to sustain concentration. Creative skills to support the development of engaging materials. Awareness of team dynamics and work effectively as part of a team. Planning and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure Physical & emotional stamina to deal with sensitive and difficult situations Computer skills e.g. competent use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and data inputting experience.
- Ability to maintain and record specific items of stock Intermediate computer skills.
- Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3 e.g. NVQ related to Health & Social Care, or working towards, (or equivalent); Documented evidence of participation in training activities.
- Membership of professional body and/or special interest group. Degree in nutrition related subject. Food hygiene certificate.
- Knowledge & Experience
- Understanding of the role of the Dietitian. Relevant experience working within health, social or education settings. Basic knowledge of some conditions that could impact upon nutrition and hydration in children and young people, relevant to the role. Self-motivation for Continued Professional Development.
- Experience in working directly with people with communication challenges/other additional needs. Experience in clinical and/ or catering establishment. Experience of practical food preparation/ demonstration. Basic knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance. Awareness of Health & Safety legislation & practices.
- Ability to work independently with individuals and/or groups Excellent interpersonal skills Effective written and oral communication skills. Good auditory / perceptual skills and the ability to sustain concentration. Creative skills to support the development of engaging materials. Awareness of team dynamics and work effectively as part of a team. Planning and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure Physical & emotional stamina to deal with sensitive and difficult situations Computer skills e.g. competent use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and data inputting experience.
- Ability to maintain and record specific items of stock Intermediate computer skills.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £26,813 – £27,890 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Dietetic Assistant
The closing date is 20 September 2026
Job summary
Are you interested in developing your nutrition skills as a 'Dietetic Assistant' in an exciting Dietetic department? Then come and join our dynamic Dietetic Team based in Central North Wales!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Dietetic Assistant to join our friendly team of 22 Dietitians and 4 Dietetic Assistants who deliver services in acute and primary care and public health. Dietetic Assistants assist Registered Dietitians by helping them to complete a range of fascinating nutrition related tasks and projects. This Band 3 Assistant role is based within the acute services team - which are embracing innovative and better ways of working, and epitomizes the core values of our Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
We deliver clinical placements for students, have secretarial support and are part of a wider team of 60 dietitians working across the three Areas of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Main duties of the job
There is a strong, interconnected Dietetic team within the Central Team, and across North Wales, who are in regular contact via email and phone, sharing information, resources and developments wherever possible.
All necessary development support and supervision will be provided to the right individ
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