Podiatrist

National health service; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

West London NHS Trust is seeking a motivated Band 6 podiatrist to deliver high-quality care for patients at risk of foot complications. You will assess, diagnose and manage complex diabetic foot cases, contributing to diabetes foot protection and reducing hospital admissions.

The role requires HCPC registration, a podiatry degree, and a full driving licence to visit housebound patients. You will work within a multidisciplinary team across community and secondary care settings.

Qualifications

• Podiatry qualification and HCPC registration.
• Full driving licence with access to a car.
• Experience in NHS and diabetic foot care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and provide high-quality podiatric care for people with complex foot health needs.
• Agree care plans with patients to support self-management and optimise foot health.
• Visit housebound patients at home to provide podiatry care.
• Work autonomously and with the team to run clinics and supervise students where appropriate.

Skills

Teamwork

Caseload management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Podiatry Diploma/Degree

HCPC Registration

Driver with full licence

Tools

SystmOne

Microsoft Office

Job description

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameWest London NHS TrustAddressHeart of Hounslow Health CentreHounslowTW3 3ELUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameWest London NHS TrustAddressHeart of Hounslow Health CentreHounslowTW3 3ELUnited KingdomEmployer's website
EssentialPodiatry Diploma/Degree.Local Analgesia CertificateRegistration with HCPCQualified driver with a full clean driving licenceDesirableMembership of the Royal College of Podiatry
Experience
EssentialExperience of working in both a team and in isolation.Experience of managing a caseload of "at risk" Diabetic foot patientsAt least 2 years' experience of working within the NHSExperience of Supervision of others (students, support staff)DesirableExperience of SystmOne patient record system
Skills and Abilities
EssentialAble to demonstrate a commitment to the West London Trust values (Togetherness, Responsibility, Excellence and Caring)Good verbal and written communication skills, including accurate record keepingGood organisational skills, to manage own caseload and the day-to-day running of the clinics in which you work.Good clinical podiatry skills and understanding of infection control.Car driver with access to transport with appropriate business insurance to travel throughout the Trust, to meet needs of housebound patientsBasic IT skills with Microsoft applications and virtual consultation skillsAbility to work under pressure and respond to change
Knowledge
EssentialAwareness of clinical governance.Awareness of Health & Safety and Incident reportingA working knowledge of diabetic wound management and related local and national guidanceDesirableEvidence of Continued Professional Development. Particularly in the specialism of Diabetes and wound care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialPodiatry Diploma/Degree.Local Analgesia CertificateRegistration with HCPCQualified driver with a full clean driving licenceDesirableMembership of the Royal College of Podiatry
Experience
EssentialExperience of working in both a team and in isolation.Experience of managing a caseload of "at risk" Diabetic foot patientsAt least 2 years' experience of working within the NHSExperience of Supervision of others (students, support staff)DesirableExperience of SystmOne patient record system
Skills and Abilities
EssentialAble to demonstrate a commitment to the West London Trust values (Togetherness, Responsibility, Excellence and Caring)Good verbal and written communication skills, including accurate record keepingGood organisational skills, to manage own caseload and the day-to-day running of the clinics in which you work.Good clinical podiatry skills and understanding of infection control.Car driver with access to transport with appropriate business insurance to travel throughout the Trust, to meet needs of housebound patientsBasic IT skills with Microsoft applications and virtual consultation skillsAbility to work under pressure and respond to change
Knowledge
EssentialAwareness of clinical governance.Awareness of Health & Safety and Incident reportingA working knowledge of diabetic wound management and related local and national guidanceDesirableEvidence of Continued Professional Development. Particularly in the specialism of Diabetes and wound care.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Job summaryWe are looking for a highly motivated podiatrist, who is passionate about their profession and enjoys making a difference to people's lives.You should have at least two years' NHS experience and be confident in all aspects of podiatry care. However, we would consider starting a less experienced candidate at Band 5 into a developmental role, supported by a preceptorship programme.You will be expected to contribute to the development of less experienced podiatrists, apprentices and students via clinical supervision and feedback.You will provide high-quality podiatric care, for people at risk of developing serious foot health complications. There is emphasis on diabetes foot protection as the population we serve has a very high incidence of diabetes. Our remit is to prevent unplanned foot-related hospital admissions and avoid amputations.You will have the opportunity to join our nail surgery rota, to gain experience in MSK podiatry clinics, which include ultrasound
diagnostics, steroid injections and ESWT and in working in a secondary care diabetic foot clinic MDT.You will benefit from our close working relationships with other community health teams, including our GP colleagues. You will also enjoy a direct pathway into the Diabetic Foot Clinic and Podiatric Surgery team at West Middlesex University Hospital. You will play an important role in enabling people to stay healthy and active and in preventing them from spending unnecessary time in hospital.Main duties of the jobIn our vibrant and multi-cultural community, you will work from well-equipped clinic sites delivering care close to home. You will assess, diagnose, and provide high-quality podiatric care to people with complex foot health needs and lower limbs that are at risk. There is emphasis on diabetes foot protection due to the high incidence of diabetes in the population we serve.You will be responsible for agreeing care plans with patients that support self-management and optimise foot
health, in line with service priorities You will be required to visit housebound patients in their own homes, so ideally you must be able to drive and have access to a car to support their needs. You will work autonomously and alongside others, so you need to be flexible and well organised and great at teamworking and problem solving. You will also need excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with our diverse patient population and with various other health care teams and stakeholders.For more information on this role please see the attached candidate pack. This will give you a better overview of the job role and requirements.About usWest London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.Our high secure services care for
patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over 500m.The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.DetailsDate posted28 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary
45,953 to 54,254 a year