Specialist Neurology Dietitian

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust Specialist Neurology Dietitian The closing date is 03 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Surrey Downs Health & Care Are you an experienced and motivated dietitian looking to make a real difference in the community? We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Specialist Community Dietitian to join our Neuro-Rehabilitation Service within Surrey Downs Health and Care. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality dietetic care to patients with a range of neurological conditions, including stroke, within their homes, care homes, and community clinics. This role also involves supporting patients with enteral feeding, complex nutritional needs, and contributing to holistic rehabilitation pathways. What we're looking for: HCPC-registered Dietitian with post-registration experience Experience working with patients with neurological conditions, including stroke Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and team working skills Confidence in managing enteral feeding and ethical issues in a community setting Motivation to contribute to service improvement and audit activities Please note: A valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes are essential for this role due to community-based visits. Why join us? Surrey Downs Health and Care is a partnership that brings together acute, community, and primary care services to deliver integrated, person-centred care. You'll benefit from working within a supportive and progressive team with access to professional development opportunities and flexible working. Main duties of the job Specialist Dietetic Input: Provide specialist dietetic input to patients in the community with long-term conditions, including but not limited to obesity, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammatory bowel disease. High-Quality Nutrition and Dietetic Service: Deliver a specialist and high-quality nutrition and dietetic service to support patients requiring nutritional advice (both oral and enteral) in the community. Community Hospitals: Provide specialist dietetic services to local community hospitals. Malnutrition Risk Reduction: Reduce the risk of malnutrition by upskilling health and social care professionals on diet and appropriate nutritional care plans in community settings. Collaborative Work: Collaborate with the Prescribing Support Dietitian to ensure the appropriate and cost-effective use of Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS) in the community. Service Delivery: Work alongside all members of the dietetic department to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service that meets professional standards and fulfils clinical governance requirements. Policy and Guidelines Contribution: Contribute to the development and implementation of evidence-based policies, guidelines, and procedures for managing this client group. NICE Guidance and Local Care Pathways: Support the implementation of NICE guidance and local care pathways. Caseload Management: Manage your own caseload, time, and meetings effectively to meet daily deadlines. About us Surrey Downs Health and Care deliver care closer to people's own communities through our Primary Care Networks, Community Hospitals, Specialist Services and our innovative partnership of local NHS organisations. Surrey Downs Health and Care has a track record of providing person ce