Apprentice Podiatrist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Podiatry Apprentice, combining academic study and practical experience over a 4-year program. Develop essential skills in patient care and podiatric practice while achieving a BSc (Hons) degree and HCPC registration.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications required for the apprenticeship.
• Excellent communication and adaptability skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage diverse patient caseloads.
• Provide treatments and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Qualifications meeting necessary requirements

Job description

Job summary

This 4-year developmental Podiatry Apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to achieve a BSc (Hons) degree and HCPC registration as an Allied Health Professional. Integrating academic study with practical experience within Guy's and St Thomas' and external placements, you will dedicate 67% of your time to on-the-job learning. The program, in partnership with the University of East London, ensures comprehensive skill and knowledge development in podiatric practice. Successful completion equips you for a rewarding career, meeting professional standards and regulatory requirements.

Main duties of the job

As a Podiatry Apprentice, your primary duties involve academic study towards a BSc (Hons) in Podiatry and practical application within Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. You will progressively learn to assess, diagnose, and manage a diverse caseload of patients with foot and lower limb conditions, adhering to clinical protocols and developing individualised care plans. This includes providing treatments, delivering patient education, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to audit and service improvement initiatives, all under the guidance of experienced podiatrists and mentors.

About us

Working for Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust means joining a leading UK healthcare provider committed to clinical excellence, teaching, and research, underpinned by values of putting patients first, taking pride, striving to be the best, acting with integrity, and respecting others. As a large and successful organization with a dedicated workforce, the Trust offers opportunities within diverse hospital and community settings, including specialist centers and partnerships, fostering a supportive environment focused on high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care.

Details

• Date posted: 09 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 4
• Salary: £29,583 to £31,088 a year per annum inc. H.C.A
• Contract: Apprenticeship
• Duration: 4 years
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 196-LIS9515
• Job locations: Gracefield Gardens Health & Social Care Centre, 2-8 Gracefield Gardens, London, SW16 2ST

Job description

The Podiatry Apprentice role at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is a 4-year developmental program leading to HCPC registration. Key responsibilities include academic learning at UEL, practical experience across diverse clinical settings, and managing an evolving patient caseload under supervision. You will progressively assess, diagnose, and treat various podiatric conditions, contribute to patient care planning, maintain accurate records, and engage in audit activities. Adherence to Trust values, policies, and professional standards is paramount throughout this comprehensive training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: Applicants to this course must present with qualifications that meet the necessary requirements.
• Desirable: Experience as a FCA.

Communication Skills

• Essential: Possesses excellent communication, adaptability, and logistical skills to effectively deliver healthcare services in diverse settings.
• Desirable: Advanced communication experiences in diverse settings or environments.

Teamwork and Responsibility

• Essential: Demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively within a team, understanding personal responsibilities and limitations within a healthcare setting.
• Desirable: Has prior experience of contributing to team-based projects or activities, showing an understanding of professional boundaries and accountability.

Additional requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure to be made to the DBS to check for previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for UK entry clearance must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement. Guidance here.

Employer details

• Name: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Gracefield Gardens Health & Social Care Centre, 2-8 Gracefield Gardens, London, SW16 2ST
• Website: https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx