Join the Dietitian Collective as a Practitioner

Build your Private Dietitian Career with Support

Are you a UK-registered dietitian ready to explore private practice, step beyond the NHS or grow your existing client base?

At The Dietitian Collective, we support passionate freelance dietitians to do work they truly love — with the flexibility, security and community that makes it sustainable.

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Empowering Dietitians to start or grow your private dietetic career

If you’ve been working within the NHS, you may already feel the pull to do things differently. Perhaps you’re tired of long waiting lists, 30‑minute back‑to‑back appointments, and seeing patients only every few months — never quite able to support them through the real, day‑to‑day ups and downs that actually drive change. You know your patients deserve more, and so do you. Imagine having the time and space to truly get to know your clients, to follow their journey closely, and to see the difference you’re making unfold in real time.

In private practice, you’re not just delivering advice — you’re building meaningful relationships, empowering motivated individuals who genuinely want to be there. It’s deeply rewarding work. Add to that the freedom to develop your niche, focus on the areas you’re most passionate about, and shape your role around what energises you — and it becomes more than just a job. It becomes the kind of career you went into dietetics for in the first place.

Our services for Dietitians

Why join the Dietitian Collective?

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Fully covered: insurance included

You’ll be protected under our public liability insurance and data protection law, giving you peace of mind from day one. Full BDA membership includes professional indemnity.

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No need to figure it out alone

Starting private practice can feel overwhelming. Join an up and running practice so you can focus on your clinical work, not the admin.

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Mentorship and CPD

Connect with experienced dietitians for guidance and support in your professional journey. Keep HCPC compliant with supervision and CPD.

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Ready to use systems & client management

Simply login and start: secure client management system, online booking, clinical note templates, a collection of resources to supplement your advice.

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Private Consultation Opportunities

Offer your specialist expertise through private consultations and expand your client base. Develop your own niche: sports, gastro, women’s health, paeds. Take on the clients you love to work with.

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Done - for - you Content

Use a bank of ready-made branded content and resources with your clients, and have the opportunity to contribute to new content.

Built by a dietitian, for dietitians

Get to know the Founder

Hear about the vision

Naomi May Leppitt

Founder and Gastro Specialist Dietitian

Our services for Dietitians

Get the Clinical Insight

One difference between NHS and private practice is that you won’t have direct ready-access to NHS blood test results or medical records. The good news is that clients can upload results from their NHS app, but you you can also offer clients the choice of specialist blood testing through our partner provider. This allows motivated clients to access relevant health insights that can support their nutrition goals, while giving you additional information to help tailor your recommendations. It’s a valuable way to enhance your service, improve client engagement, and create a more personalised experience.

Apply to Join the Dietitian Team

Clinical Dietitian

Join our team to provide personalised nutrition plans and support clients in achieving their health goals. Let us know your preferred niche.

Paediatric Dietitian

Specialise in children’s nutrition and work with families to improve dietary habits and health outcomes e.g. with allergies, fussy eating, and constipation.