Podiatrist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare provider in London is seeking a dedicated podiatrist to join their team. The role entails managing complex patient cases and offers mentorship and development opportunities. Successful applicants will enjoy NHS pay benefits and a supportive work environment. Emphasizing community-driven care, this position calls for a motivated individual ready to enhance their skills and contribute positively to patient health.

Benefits

NHS pay and benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Various staff discounts

Qualifications

• Awareness of health and safety.
• Appreciation of good record keeping.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality evidence based podiatric care to patients.
• Manage a complex caseload independently.
• Work collaboratively within the team and with other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Precision hand-eye coordination

Ability to work under pressure

Education

BSc (Hons) in Podiatry

Local Anaesthesia certificate

Current HCPC registration

Job description

Job summary

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.

As a community interest Company (CIC), we prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to make a real impact.

This band 5 post is ideal for a podiatrist looking to develop their assessment and treatment skills across the specialisms of podiatry. Full mentorship will be available and Your Healthcare has a protected CPD budget which all employees can apply for.

If successful, you will provide treatment and management to patients with complex medical and / or foot health needs. This will range across biomechanics and orthotic prescription, nail surgery under local anaesthesia, diabetic wound care assessment and treatment and high-risk foot care. We conduct annual appraisals and quarterly one to ones, aimed at developing and supporting a 21st Century podiatrist.

There is also the opportunity to work in the organisations private practice. Your Podiatry offers a range of new treatment technologies including Lunula Laser Therapy and Swift Microwave therapy, offering a unique experience to the successful applicant.

If this sounds like the job for you and you would like more information please contact Joanne Clark Podiatry lead on 0208 399 7111 or email [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the role-

To provide high quality evidence based podiatric care to patients with a variety of foot health needs.

Manage a complex caseload independently, including high risk foot care, wound management, biomechanical assessments and nail surgery.

Work collaboratively within the team and with other healthcare professionals.

Support service development and clinical audit.

Participate and engage in supervision, training, quarterly one to ones and annual appraisal.

What we are looking for-

BSc (Hons) in Podiatry (or equivalent)

Local Anaesthesia certificate

Current HCPC registration

An interest in working with high risk patients, including those with diabetes

Willing to develop experience and skill set across the podiatry specialisms.

Excellent communication and organisational skill

Commitment to continuous professional development

You will need to be a car driver and have access to a vehicle

For more information please see 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 organization. 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.

Details Date posted

29 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum pro rata inc HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

B9811-25-0074

Job locations

Surbiton Health Centre

Ewell Road

Surbiton

Surrey

KT66EZ

Job description 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 promise to 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.

Interview date 6th October 2025

Job description 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 promise to 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.

Interview date 6th October 2025

Person Specification Knowledge Essential

• Ability to use decision making processes to identify when patients require the intervention of other professionals.
• Appreciation of good record keeping.
• Awareness of health and safety.

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate CPD.
• Awareness of National Service Frameworks

Qualifications Essential

• Podiatry diploma / degree
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Diabetes foot module
• Royal College of Podiatry Membership

Any Other Factors Essential

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

Experience Essential

• Domiciliary care provision.
• Diabetic patient assessment.
• Core podiatry assessment and treatment.
• Nail surgery.

Desirable

• Provision of high risk/ulcer treatments.
• Biomechanics and orthotic prescription.

Skills and Abilities Essential

• Highly developed physical skills, precision hand-eye co-ordination for prolonged periods.
• Nail surgery, health promotion, and basic biomechanics.
• 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 Essential

• Confident and friendly.
• Flexible.
• Enthusiastic.
• Approachable.
• Reliable
• Good time keeping.
• Smart appearance.

Person Specification Knowledge Essential

• Ability to use decision making processes to identify when patients require the intervention of other professionals.
• Appreciation of good record keeping.
• Awareness of health and safety.

Desirable

• Evidence of post graduate CPD.
• Awareness of National Service Frameworks

Qualifications Essential

• Podiatry diploma / degree
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Diabetes foot module
• Royal College of Podiatry Membership

Any Other Factors Essential

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

Experience Essential

• Domiciliary care provision.
• Diabetic patient assessment.
• Core podiatry assessment and treatment.
• Nail surgery.

Desirable

• Provision of high risk/ulcer treatments.
• Biomechanics and orthotic prescription.

Skills and Abilities Essential

• Highly developed physical skills, precision hand-eye co-ordination for prolonged periods.
• Nail surgery, health promotion, and basic biomechanics.
• 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 Essential

• Confident and friendly.
• Flexible.
• Enthusiastic.
• Approachable.
• Reliable
• Good time keeping.
• Smart appearance.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Your Healthcare CIC

Address

Surbiton Health Centre

Ewell Road

Surbiton

Surrey

KT66EZ

Employer's website

http://www.yourhealthcare.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Your Healthcare CIC

Address

Surbiton Health Centre

Ewell Road

Surbiton

Surrey

KT66EZ

Employer's website

http://www.yourhealthcare.org (Opens in a new tab)