FP26D010 - TL258646 - Specialist Dietitian

Job reference:

258646

Salary:

Band 6 (£43,231 - - £52,679)

Job closing date:

20/09/2026

Job Type:

Allied Health Professions

Location:

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Employment type:

Permanent

Hours Per Week:

36

Job posted date:

08/09/2026

Employer (NHS Board):

NHS Grampian

Department:

• Dietetics
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

• Dietetic Service
• Acute Sector – Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
• NHS Grampian
• Specialist Dietitian in Acute Services, Band 6 – Frailty Services
• Permanent ( Full Time and Part Time hours to be considered – including weekends)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Frailty Service within NHS Grampian. Frailty care has been identified as a strategic priority across the organisation, supported by significant investment and a commitment to delivering excellent care for older adults across acute, community and specialist services.

As part of a major service expansion, a new acute frailty ward will be opening in November 2026. This dietetic post will support in –patient ward areas.

The dietetic department offers a supportive, forward thinking team culture and there will be CPD opportunities available and regular supervision and appraisal. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual who wishes to develop and progress their career. We participate in undergraduate student training and closely work with Dietetic colleagues across Grampian.

Informal enquiries to Melanie Holliman, Lead Dietitian - Acute or Jennifer Still, Team Lead Dietitian on 01224 552145

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