Band 6 Community Specialist Podiatrist

Dchs; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist to join the Community Podiatry service in Chesterfield/North East. The role is permanent with full-time or part-time options and a focus on high-risk foot care and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The post offers an autonomous clinical caseload, opportunities for professional development and a supportive team working across Derbyshire’s community settings.

Qualifications

• Experience managing patients with high-risk or complex foot conditions.
• Ability to work autonomously with clinical caseload.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Work as an autonomous practitioner managing a specialist clinical caseload.
• Assess, diagnose, plan and deliver evidence-based podiatric care.
• Provide specialist assessment and treatment for high-risk foot problems.
• Undertake wound assessment and management where appropriate.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans.
• Collaborate with GPs, nurses, diabetes teams and other MDT members.
• Provide education and preventative foot-care information to patients and carers.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Foot care expertise

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Job description

Main area Community Podiatry Chesterfield and North East Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week Job ref 842-SCS-7731-26-A

Site Wheatbridge Clinic Town Chesterfield Salary £39,959 - £48,117 pa pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 28/10/2026 23:59

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

Be outstanding – join an outstanding team!

Job overview

Band 6 Community Specialist Podiatrist - Chesterfield / North East

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS)

Band 6 Permanent | Full-time/Part-time options considered

Are you an ambitious podiatrist looking to take the next step in your career?

Join our supportive and innovative Community Podiatry Service and develop your expertise in high-risk foot care, wound management and specialist MSK assessment while making a real difference to patients across Chesterfield / North East.

Whether you are an established Band 6 or an experienced Band 5 ready for progression, we would love to hear from you.

We would particularly like to hear from candidates who:

• Have experience managing complex or high-risk foot conditions
• Are ready to take on greater clinical autonomy and responsibility
• Enjoy working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

What are we looking for?

• Has experience of managing patients with complex or high-risk foot problems.
• Can demonstrate sound clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Is confident working autonomously and managing their own clinical caseload.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is adaptable, motivated and able to work across different community settings.
• Is committed to supporting and developing colleagues.

Main duties of the job

What will the role involve?

As a Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist, you will:

• Work as an autonomous practitioner managing a specialist clinical caseload.
• Assess, diagnose, plan and deliver evidence-based podiatric care.
• Provide specialist assessment and treatment for patients with high-risk and complex foot problems.
• Undertake wound assessment and management where appropriate.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, diabetes teams, vascular services and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide advice, education and preventative foot-care information to patients, carers and other healthcare professionals.
• Support the development and delivery of high-quality community podiatry services.
• Contribute to clinical supervision, mentorship, teaching and development of colleagues and students.
• Participate in service development, audit, quality improvement and clinical governance.
• Support the continued development of specialist pathways within Community Podiatry.

There may also be opportunities to develop specialist skills in areas such asMSK, nail surgery, biomechanics and other areas of specialist podiatry, depending on service requirements and individual experience

Working for our organisation

Why join DCHS?

At DCHS, you will be joining a large specialist community healthcare organisation committed to providing personalised, safe and effective care to local communities.

We are committed to developing our workforce and supporting staff to progress their careers. DCHS highlights opportunities for professional development, flexible working, wellbeing support and a supportive community working environment.

You will be joining a team whereteamwork, professional development and patient-centred care are genuinely valued.

Our values are:

• Getting the basics right
• Acting with compassion and respect
• Making a positive difference
• Valuing and developing teamwork
• Valuing diversity and inclusivity

What can we offer you?

• A varied and interesting community caseload.
• Opportunities to develop specialist clinical skills.
• Supportive clinical leadership and professional supervision.
• Opportunities for teaching, mentorship and service development.
• Access to continuing professional development.
• Opportunities to contribute to quality improvement and clinical innovation.
• Flexible working opportunities where service needs allow.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunities to work across different community settings within Derbyshire.

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