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Dietetic Assistant

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ £26,813 – £27,890 a year Permanent Posted 4 September 2026 Apply by 20 September 2026

Home Office register entry: The Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, Wrexham

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Role description

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 individual.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£26,813 to £27,890 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-ACS745-0926

Job locations

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Sarn Lane

Bodelwyddan

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 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

  • Membership of professional body and/or special interest group. Degree in nutrition related subject. Food hygiene certificate.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • 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.

Desirable

  • 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.

Skills

Essential

  • 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.

Desirable

  • Ability to maintain and record specific items of stock Intermediate computer skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Sarn Lane

Bodelwyddan

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/

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