England Country Board Vacancies
The BDA England Board are looking to recruit new members to join the Committee, we are looking for an ordinary member and a rep from the support workforce. If you are from within any of these sectors of the industry, are based in England and want an opportunity to contribute your voice on behalf of the profession please contact us.
About the Board:
The British Dietetic Association (BDA) is the only body in the UK representing the whole of the dietetic workforce. We are a trade union and professional body representing the professional, educational, public and workplace interests of our members. Founded in 1936, we are one of the oldest and most experienced dietetic organisations in the world.
The England Country Board supports the British Dietetic Association members based within England. The board consists of one Chair and 10 board members, including some general members covering a variety of backgrounds.
The member will be a full voting member of the England Country Board, taking a full and active role in Board discussions and decision making. They will represent the workforce and other specialities and help guide the Board on decision making particularly in relation to the workforce.
It is also intended that the role of the member on the England Country Board is a developmental one and may assist the individual with career development and progression through the experience gained.
Role Description:
- Represents the workforce at the England Country Board, providing a perspective on the role, the issues affecting members and contributes to discussions which could affect and benefit the support workforce.
- Together with the rest of the England Country Board provides leadership to the profession, helping to ensure that the BDA supports and develops a growing and innovative healthcare profession.
- Represents the England Country Board to the workforce and externally at meetings or events.
- Attend the England Country Board meetings in person where required and via teams when they are based remotely. There are usually four meetings per year with one or two of them being in-person.
Time Commitment:
There are normally four meetings per year with one or two being in person and based in a central location usually at the BDA offices in Birmingham, the others will be held via teams. The member will also be required spend some time on ad hoc matters such as emails, working groups and reading papers.
Term of Office:
The England Country Board member is recruited for a period of 3 years with the opportunity to serve a maximum of two terms of office (upon application and re-appointment by the Board of Directors).
Induction:
Induction, training and mentoring will be provided where required.
Remuneration:
Please note this a voluntary role, however travel expenses for in-person meetings will be reimbursed.
How to Apply:
A full role descriptor for each of the roles can be found here:
For an informal discussion on the role please contact Paul McArdle England Country Board Chair on [email protected]
To apply, send your CV and a letter of application (no more than 2 sides of A4 each), explaining why you believe you would be perfect for this role and what skills you would bring to the England Country Board.
CVs and covering letters to be sent by email to: Rebecca – [email protected]
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 28 November 2025.
Those shortlisted will be contacted by the England Country Board Chair to organise interviews.
Successful candidates will be asked to provide references prior to appointment.