Podiatrist

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a HCPC registered podiatrist to join a dynamic podiatry team. This part-time role focuses on providing treatment for patients with complex needs and contributing to service development. Ideal for those looking to enhance their clinical skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

NHS Pay & Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with high-risk patients, including those with diabetes.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality evidence-based podiatric care.
• Manage a complex caseload independently.
• Support service development and clinical audit.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

BSc. Hons in Podiatry

Local Analgesia

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered podiatrist to join our dynamic and supportive podiatry team at Your Healthcare CIC.

This band 6 post is ideal for a podiatrist to further develop their clinical skills and contribute to a high-quality podiatry service.

If successful, you will provide treatment and management to patients with complex medical and/or foot health needs. You will also be involved in service development and delivery directives, including clinical governance and risk management.

There is also the opportunity to work in the organisation's private practice. Your Podiatry offers a range of new treatment technologies including lunula laser treatment and swift therapy.

If this sounds like the job for you and you would like more information, please contact Joanne Clark, Podiatry Lead, on 02083997111 or email [e-mail].

Contract: part-time 30 hours

Closing date for applicants: 16th May 2025

Interview date: Monday 2nd June 2025

Main duties of the job

1. To provide high-quality evidence-based podiatric care to patients with a variety of foot health needs.
2. Manage a complex caseload independently, including high-risk foot care, wound management, biomechanical assessments, and nail surgery.
3. Work collaboratively within the team and with other healthcare professionals.
4. Support service development and clinical audit.
5. Participate in supervision, training, and mentoring of band 5 staff and students.

What we are looking for

• Local Analgesia certificate
• Current HCPC registration
• Experience working with high-risk patients, including those with diabetes
• Experience of NHS podiatry and domiciliary care
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• You will need to be a car driver and have access to a vehicle

For more information, please see the supporting job description and person specification.

About us

At Your Healthcare CIC, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), we prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to make a real impact.

Why Choose Us?

• NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes.
• Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without delays.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and various staff discounts.
• Exceptional Staff Experience: Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback from staff and patients.
• Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
• Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our membership organisation. Your ideas and contributions matter.

Join Us Today

We are looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity, and community engagement. If you want to make a positive impact in health and social care, join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore our career opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached under the supporting documents.

We encourage you to discuss your flexibility needs with us before applying or during the interview process. While we may not be able to meet every request exactly, we fully consider your needs and accommodate them where possible. Please note that flexible working options may vary depending on the role.

Recruitment process

Please apply using the NHS Jobs online system. Your application should explain why you are applying for the post, how you believe you would contribute to working in this setting, and demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the person specification.

Person Specification

Other factors

• Current driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes
• Willingness to ask for and take advice
• Ability to make decisions using available evidence where necessary
• Commitment to teamwork
• Commitment to a high standard of care
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Experience

• Previous experience of NHS podiatry, including domiciliary care provision
• Diabetic patient assessment
• Provision of high-risk/ulcer treatments
• Biomechanics

Knowledge

• Ability to use decision-making processes to identify when patients require the intervention of other professionals
• Good record-keeping and communication skills
• Awareness of health and safety
• Evidence of postgraduate CPD
• Awareness of National Service Frameworks

Skills and abilities

• Highly developed physical skills, including precision hand-eye coordination for prolonged periods
• Nail surgery, health promotion, and biomechanics skills
• Effective communication
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Positive attitude to change
• Ability to work under pressure
• Awareness of clinical governance

Personal Qualities

• Ability to travel independently for domiciliary work and working from different locations
• Responsible and caring attitude, able to work independently and as part of a team
• Confident and friendly
• Flexible
• Approachable
• Reliable
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to change
• Self-motivated and capable of handling challenges
• Good time management
• Smart appearance

Qualifications

• BSc. Hons in Podiatry, Local Analgesia
• Evidence of CPD portfolio demonstrating commitment to professional development
• Diabetes foot module
• Experience with electronic health records

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a disclosure must be submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£42,939 to £50,697 per year, inclusive of 15% HCA, pro-rata.