Specialist Community Dietitian

Company: NHS Borders
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Location: Melrose
Job Description:

VALUES IN ACTION

  • Care and Compassion
  • Quality and Teamwork
  • Dignity and Respect
  • Openness, honesty and responsibility

POSITION

Borders General Hospital – Community Specialist Dietitian (Band 6, 15 hours per week, permanent)

Salary: Band 6 – £41,608 – £50,702 pro rata.

JOB SUMMARY

An exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic specialist dietitian to support our Community Dietetic Team in the Scottish Borders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Deliver face‑to‑face, telephone and virtual contact, including one‑to‑one and group interventions.
  • Provide supervision to dietitians, students and dietetic support workers.
  • Contribute to the training of other healthcare staff.
  • Work collaboratively with a team of Community Dietitians across multiple settings.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

  • Relevant clinical experience as a dietitian.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong teamworking, organisational and time‑management skills.
  • Full driving licence, with flexibility to travel to meet service needs.

WORKING LOCATION & HOURS

Based in Peebles with flexibility to travel throughout the Scottish Borders. 15 hours per week on a permanent basis; part‑time hours are pro‑rata.

LEGAL & COMPLIANCE

To work in the United Kingdom, an individual must demonstrate the right to work. It is essential that you have verified your right to work or eligibility for sponsorship before submitting your application.

Pre‑employment checks include a criminal records check; if the role is assessed as a regulated role, participation in the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme will be required.

CONTACT

Ann O’Connor – Community Team Lead Dietitian, Tel: 07929 760521, Email: ann.oconnor@nhs.scot

Alison MacGregor – Community Dietitian, Tel: 07855 146712, Email: alison.macgregor5@nhs.scot

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

As from 1 April 2026 the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours; part‑time hours will be reduced pro‑rata. A corresponding increase in hourly rate ensures pay remains unchanged.

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Posted: May 1st, 2026