Senior Dietitian – Primary Care Paediatric Services, Dublin North (HSE DNE) | Ref DNE26136
- Salary
- €65,197–€76,767 / year
- Contract
- Full time
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
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About the Role
A vacancy has arisen for a Senior Dietitian (Diaitéiteach, Sinsearach) in Primary Care Paediatric Services, based in the Integrated Health Areas of Dublin North County and Dublin North City & West. This post is advertised via HSE Dublin and North East on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. Reference: DNE26136.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist dietetic assessment, diagnosis and intervention for paediatric caseloads in a primary care setting.
- Develop, implement and evaluate individual nutritional care plans in partnership with children, families and the multidisciplinary team.
- Contribute to service planning, audit, clinical governance and quality improvement.
- Provide education, training and support to colleagues, students and other healthcare staff.
- Maintain accurate records in line with professional and organisational standards.
Requirements
- Statutory registration on the Dietitians Register maintained by CORU.
- The relevant professional qualification and post-qualification experience required for a Senior Dietitian post (confirm exact eligibility criteria in the Job Specification).
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland.
Details
The HSE Senior Dietitian (Grade 3395) salary scale, effective 1 June 2026 (DoH Circular 2/2026), runs from €65,197 to €76,767 per year across nine points. As this post is with a publicly funded organisation rather than the HSE, terms and conditions may differ — candidates should confirm remuneration directly with the recruiter. Part-time appointments are paid pro-rata to the whole-time equivalent.
How to Apply
Applications are made via Rezoomo. Please download and read the Job Specification and Additional Campaign Information documents at the bottom of the Rezoomo advertisement before applying.
Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Dietitian role?
- The key responsibilities include providing specialist dietetic assessment, diagnosis and intervention for paediatric caseloads, developing and evaluating individual nutritional care plans, contributing to service planning and quality improvement, providing education and training, and maintaining accurate records.
- What qualifications are required for the Senior Dietitian role?
- Statutory registration on the Dietitians Register maintained by CORU, the relevant professional qualification and post-qualification experience required for a Senior Dietitian post, and evidence of continuing professional development.
- Where is the Senior Dietitian role located?
- The role is based in the Integrated Health Areas of Dublin North County and Dublin North City & West.
- How do I apply for the Senior Dietitian role?
- Applications are made via Rezoomo. Please download and read the Job Specification and Additional Campaign Information documents at the bottom of the Rezoomo advertisement before applying.