Podiatry Assistant — Start a Rewarding NHS Clinic Career

Newcastle Hospitals; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Podiatry Assistant to start a rewarding career within the Podiatry Department. The role is 37.5 hours per week with progression to a degree apprenticeship for the right candidate.

You will work in clinics and community settings, travel between sites, support podiatrists, handle basic foot care, and develop IT skills with systems such as SystmOne and e-records. The position offers practical training and a clear career path.

Qualifications

• Good communication with colleagues and patients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to progress to a degree apprenticeship.
• Proactive in learning and adapting to podiatry workflows.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic foot care under podiatrists’ direction.
• Assist with wound care and dressing changes.
• Travel to clinics, care homes and domiciliary visits as required.
• Support infection control and equipment preparation.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

IT skills

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

NVQ3 / A levels or equivalent

Podiatry training certificate / CACHE apprenticeship

First aid training

Tools

SystmOne

e-record

Job description

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Podiatry Assistant to start a rewarding career within the Podiatry Department. The role is 37.5 hours per week with progression to a degree apprenticeship for the right candidate.

You will work in clinics and community settings, travel between sites, support podiatrists, handle basic foot care, and develop IT skills with systems such as SystmOne and e-records. The position offers practical training and a clear career path.