Band 5-6 Podiatrist Development Role

Central London Community Healthcare Nhs Trust; Harrow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

CLCH Academy access

Flexible working

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a motivated Band 5 Podiatrist for development within Harrow. You will provide podiatry care, participate in rotations, and receive supervision to prepare for progression to Band 6.

The role emphasises compassionate, inclusive care, multidisciplinary collaboration and ongoing professional development within the CLCH community services.

Qualifications

• Qualified Band 5 Podiatrist seeking progression to Band 6.
• Experience in community-based podiatry desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management for lower-limb and foot health needs.
• Collaborate with Podiatrists and multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centred care.
• Undertake clinical rotations, supervision and development towards Band 6.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Clinical reasoning

Caseload management

Mentorship

Organisation

Health education

Analytical thinking

Education

BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine

Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)

Registration with the Health Professions Council

Certificate in local anaesthesia

Job description

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic, compassionate Podiatrist newly qualified or experienced looking for an exciting opportunity to grow and make a real difference in the community? Come join our forward thinking Harrow teams at CLCH!

We Are Looking For:

• A qualified Band 5 Podiatrist wanting to develop strong skills and progress to a Band 6 Podiatrist / Band 6 depending on clinical experience with a passion for community-based care.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and motivate others, while remaining open to learning and growth.
• A team player who's excited to innovate, embrace new ideas, and help shape our evolving services.
• A commitment to inclusive and person-centred care, ensuring every patient feels seen, heard, and supported.

Main duties of the job

As a Development Podiatrist, you will provide high-quality assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management for patients with a range of lower-limb and foot health needs, supporting them to maintain mobility and independence. You will work collaboratively with Podiatrists and other health and care professionals to deliver safe, coordinated and person-centred care, seeking guidance from Band 6 and Specialist Podiatrists where appropriate. This is a structured development opportunity. You will undertake clinical rotations and receive regular supervision and mentoring to develop your clinical knowledge, confidence and decision-making skills. Working with your manager, you will identify your learning needs and work towards the agreed competencies required to progress to Band 6 level.

You will:

• Deliver safe, evidence-based podiatry care to a diverse patient population.
• Develop your assessment, clinical reasoning and caseload management skills.
• Work collaboratively across community and multidisciplinary services.
• Participate in clinical rotations to broaden your experience.
• Engage in supervision, mentoring and continuous professional development.
• Build the knowledge, skills and competencies required to progress from Band 5 to Band 6.

About us

Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Welcoming & Inclusive Culture: We value the diversity of our team and patients, creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
• Ongoing Support & Development: Access mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities to help you excel in your career.
• Access to the CLCH Academy for continuous education, training, and professional development.
• Impactful Work: Play a key role in enhancing the lives of patients in Harrow, helping them stay healthier and out of hospital wherever possible.
• Growing Team: Join a supportive, caring, and dedicated unit that's actively transforming how podiatry services are delivered.
• Flexible Working: We understand everyone has different needs around working hours, development, and support.
• Travel Discounts including season tickets and cycle schemes.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required. Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
• Registration with the Health Professions Council
• Certificate in local anaesthesia

Desirable

• POM certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot

Desirable

• Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
• Experience of service development

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
• Knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
• Knowledge of SOCAP code of conduct
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory
• Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development

Desirable

• Knowledge of audit

Other

Essential

• Ability to evaluate and analyse patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
• Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
• Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
• Experience of delivering health education

Desirable

• IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing
• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).