Podiatrist: Diabetic Foot & Wound Care Expert

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust seeks a podiatrist for a Band 3 developmental post linked to a Level 6 Podiatry Apprenticeship starting September 2027. The role involves assessment, treatment planning, and potential nail surgery across multiple sites. Flexible working and a strong emphasis on governance and best practice are highlighted.

Interviews in March 2027. Eligibility includes GCSEs in maths/English and science, enhanced DBS, and HCPC registration with a local

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in podiatry with HCPC registration.
• Local analgesia certificate required.
• GCSEs: Maths and English (C/4) and Science (C/4) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and plan treatment for podiatry patients across settings.
• Discharge patients who complete treatment or do not meet criteria.
• Opportunity to undertake nail surgery, MSK, wound care, education and audit.

Skills

Clinical podiatry

Communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Podiatry degree/diploma

HCPC registration

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust seeks a podiatrist for a Band 3 developmental post linked to a Level 6 Podiatry Apprenticeship starting September 2027. The role involves assessment, treatment planning, and potential nail surgery across multiple sites. Flexible working and a strong emphasis on governance and best practice are highlighted.

Interviews in March 2027. Eligibility includes GCSEs in maths/English and science, enhanced DBS, and HCPC registration with a local