This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and visionary leader to shape the future of Nutrition and Dietetics and make a meaningful difference to population health.
The Head of Nutrition and Dietetics provides senior strategic, professional and operational leadership for Nutrition and Dietetic Services across the Health Board. As the single professional lead for the service and a key member of the AHP leadership team, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, safe and effective dietetic care across acute, community and specialist pathways. You will set a clear strategic direction, drive service transformation and lead the development of modern, integrated and prevention‑focused models of care that respond to the needs of patients and communities.
This role offers the opportunity to influence system‑wide change, develop a skilled and motivated workforce and ensure that Nutrition and Dietetics plays a central role in improving outcomes, reducing health inequalities and supporting sustainable services.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable at Level 3 Speaking/Listening (or ‘B1’ Level if you’ve learnt Welsh as an adult). This doesn’t mean you have to be fluent or able to write long reports in Welsh; it just means being able to hold simple conversations with patients. Have a look at the ‘Croeso Candidate!’ guide attached below for more information.
The post holder will provide overall leadership and accountability for Nutrition and Dietetic Services across the Health Board, acting as the single professional lead and providing expert advice to senior leaders and system partners. The role involves leading the strategic development and transformation of services, ensuring alignment with national policy, professional standards and organisational priorities, while maintaining a strong focus on patient outcomes, quality and safety. As part of the AHP leadership team, the post holder will lead workforce planning, performance and financial management, creating a supportive and inclusive culture where staff feel valued, empowered and motivated to deliver high‑quality care.
The role requires close collaboration with partners across health, social care, primary care, local authorities and the third sector to strengthen integrated pathways and support prevention and self‑management. The post holder is accountable for robust clinical and corporate governance, risk management and regulatory compliance, and will actively promote research, audit and quality improvement to ensure evidence‑based practice. The post holder will provide expert clinical advice and specialist input where appropriate, supporting the continued development and profile of Nutrition and Dietetics locally, regionally and nationally.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
- We listen, learn, and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click ‘Apply now’ to view in Trac.
