Podiatrist - Band 5 | Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Croydon Health Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a dedicated Podiatrist to join its team. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity to provide essential foot health services across various locations. Candidates must hold a degree in Podiatry, be registered with HCPC, and possess a Local Anaesthesia certificate. Effective communication skills and the ability to work flexibly are essential. Join a healthcare team focused on innovation and quality care to make a real difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with HCPC.
• Degree or equivalent in Podiatry required.
• Local Anaesthesia certificate is essential.
• Need to be a driver with access to a car for work.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and implement individual care programmes for patients.
• Manage own caseload and liaise with multi-professional team.
• Oversee administration of appointments to ensure implementation of treatment.

Skills

HCPC registration

Podiatry degree or equivalent

Local Anaesthesia certificate

Driving skills

Education

Degree or equivalent in Podiatry

Job description

Podiatrist

Band 5 , PERMANENT, Full Time

The Podiatry Service is looking to recruit 2 full-time band 5 podiatrist. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated Podiatrist to join our team providing a range of foot health services across the borough. Podiatry care is delivered in various locations including Hospitals, Podiatry Clinics and patient’s homes. The position is suitable for new graduate Podiatrists who are looking for their next challenge. Applicants must be registered with the HCPC and have a degree or equivalent in Podiatry with a Local Anaesthesia certificate. It is essential that you have the ability to work flexibly and you should be a driver with access to a car for work purposes.

Responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to assess, diagnose, develop and implement individual care programmes for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs including diabetes and basic musculoskeletal disorders. The post holder will also be expected to plan and manage their own caseload, liaising with all parties of the multi professional team and overseeing and liaising to effect the administration and allocation of appointments to ensure effective implementation of the treatment plan.

Proposed Interview Date - Week of 23rd Jan 2026

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC
• Degree or equivalent in Podiatry
• Local Anaesthesia certificate
• Driver with access to a car

About Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.

If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that’s making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you’re looking for.

*****Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role.*****

This advert closes on Tuesday 6 Jan 2026