NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated dietitian to be the clinical dietetic lead for Neurosciences, Spinal and Major Trauma dietetic service within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The successful candidate will provide advanced clinical expertise in neurosciences dietetics whilst leading and line managing a team of specialist and advanced practice dietitians in neurosciences, spinal and major trauma.

Working Within a Shared Caseload Model, You Will

- Manage a complex clinical caseload of neurosciences inpatients across Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and Inverclyde Royal Hospital
- Undertake advanced nutritional assessment and deliver evidence-based interventions for patients with complex needs
- Coordinate patient care across acute, rehabilitation, and community settings, ensuring safe and effective transitions
- Provide clinical leadership and line management to the neurosciences, spinal & trauma dietitians
- Support service development, quality improvement, and innovation within specialist areas
- Promote multidisciplinary working and contribute to regional service delivery

The dietetic service supports practice placements, and you will contribute to B and C placement dietetic students. We welcome informal enquiries to discuss the role and support your application.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

This is a permanent, part-time post of 28 hours per week.





The role is based at QEUH, 1345 Govan Road, G51 4TF.

The shift pattern is 4 days out of 7.

Key Responsibilities

Please see attached below.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

You must hold a BSc/MSc in Dietetics, be HCPC registered, and have post-graduate clinical experience in nutrition support and acute rehabilitation. PVG Scheme membership is required.

Please refer to section 11 in the attached below.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested? If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you. For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Lisa Hyslop, Clinical Team Lead Dietitian, 0141 451 6243, [email protected]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:



Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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