Dietetic Support Worker

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dietetic support worker to join Tayside Nutrition and Dietetic Service to contribute to the delivery of Tayside Adult Weight Management Service (TAWMS).

You will be joining a dynamic, proactive multi disciplinary team supported by Dietitians, Clinical Psychology, Physiotherapy, Dietetic Support Workers and administrative staff.

You will assist in delivering our recently developed Tier 2 and established Tier 3 weight management interventions. This will include delivery of in-person and digital groups. You will also provide some, one to one support via Near Me or telephone. In addition to the nutrition education, you will also support our physiotherapy service. This post holder will provide some organisational and administrative support to ensure the smooth functioning of the service.

Some flexibility will be required as you will be expected to travel across Tayside to deliver services, some evening work will also be required on 2/3 days of the week., Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Tayside
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This post would suit an individual with good communication and interpersonal skills, and a genuine interest in nutrition and healthy lifestyle. Previous relevant experience as a therapy assistant or equivalent in the health service or other agencies is essential. You should also have some experience of working with individuals to change health related behaviours is. You will require well developed IT skills and good planning and organisational skills.