Community Podiatrist

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester is seeking confident HCPC registered podiatrists to join the South Manchester Podiatry Service in a vibrant community setting. You will deliver specialist care for diverse caseloads, triage referrals, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes audit, clinical governance, and continuous professional development within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of post graduate study relevant to specialism
• Student Accreditation

Responsibilities

• To plan, deliver, evaluate and modify specialist programmes of care for patients with complex medical conditions / social needs.
• To carry out the initial triage and assessment of patients referred to determine their acceptance into the service.
• To provide subsequent specialist assessments to aid diagnosis and formulating treatment plans with patient goals.
• To be actively involved in audit to ensure evidence-based treatment and inform service development.
• To support the development of a culture of accountability and governance at all levels.

Skills

Podiatry

Clinical skills

Communication

Time management

Podiatry assessments

Clinical reasoning

Education

Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine

HCPC Registration

Evidence of post graduate study

Student Accreditation

Job description

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We are looking for confident, adaptable and self-motivated HCPC registered Podiatrists, with excellent clinical skills, to join our team in the South Manchester Community.

The Podiatry Service in South Manchester has an excellent reputation for innovation and excellence and provides a caring, and supportive working environment for our staff. The Podiatry team work towards improving health, reducing inequality and providing the best services for a diverse population.
The department provides specialist clinics in High Risk, Wound management, podopaediatrics, nail surgery and biomechanics.

South Manchester expect their Podiatrists to take a proactive approach to managing a diverse caseload of patients within our Podiatry Service, using a combination of physical skills and empowerment techniques to provide an effective partnership working with patients.

The successful candidate will require positive attitudes towards personal and professional development and must demonstrate how their experience and skills meet the criteria for this post as listed in the person specification in order for their application to be short listed.

Main duties of the job

To plan, deliver, evaluate and modify specialist programmes of care for patients with complex medical conditions /social needs, providing advice to patients and carers in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies involved.

To carry out the initial triage and assessment of patients referred to determine their acceptance into the service.

To be responsible for providing subsequent specialist assessments to assist in the determination of the medical/clinical diagnosis and formulation of treatment plans, utilising goals agreed with the patient.

To be actively involved in audit to ensure that treatment is evidenced based and to enable informed judgements regarding patient’s care and service development to be made.

To support the development of a culture of accountability and governance at all levels.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Documents to download’ heading.

Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of post graduate study relevant to specialism
• Student Accreditation

Experience

• Appropriate relevant post grad experience working in a community setting
• Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of working with clients with specialist needs
• Supervision of junior staff / students
• Clinical Audit and standard setting

Skills

• Knowledge of current best practice within chosen profession
• Evidence of working with people with multiple needs
• Knowledge of issues relating to Clinical Governance
• Awareness of NICE Guidance and Care Pathways
• Communication skills verbally and in writing to address physical/ psychological and socio- economic needs
• Demonstrate ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to undertake appropriate podiatry assessments
• Able to use clinical reasoning to make relevant podiatry diagnosis and formulate

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.