Specialist Podiatrist

Clch; Street; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) is recruiting two Band 6 Specialist Podiatrists for the Inner North West Division, Inner Community Sites. The role includes the Enhanced Clinical Practitioner apprenticeship with funded Level 6 postgraduate qualification and a blended learning format.

Successful applicants will hold HCPC registration, have two years post-qualification experience, and join a supportive, forward-thinking podiatry team delivering high-quality care across

Qualifications

• BSc Degree in Podiatric Medicine or equivalent is required.
• Registration with HCPC is essential.
• Post-grad training in specialist podiatry is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously assess, diagnose and treat patients with diverse podiatric needs.
• Develop tailored treatment plans and support patient education and self-care.
• Participate in the Band 6 rotational programme across biomechanics, wound care and nail surgery.
• Triage referrals, identify high-risk cases and prioritise treatment.
• Deliver care across community settings and in patients' homes, collaborating with MDT services.

Skills

Autonomy

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or equivalent

Job description

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Site Lisson Grove Health Centre Town Gateforth Street Salary £47,951 - £56,863 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 19/10/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs - Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston - as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for x2 motivated and skilled Band 6 Specialist Podiatrists to join our CLCH Podiatry Service within the Inner North West Division, Inner Community Sites.

We are offering the Enhanced Clinical Practitioner apprenticeship a funded, Level 6 postgraduate qualification. Key points:

• Funded through the apprenticeship levy, not self-funded
• Around 18 months, delivered as blended learning (online + in person)
• Some universities offer a podiatry-specific version (Coventry University is one example)

Needs HCPC registration and two years' post-qualification experience, and the Trust's support to take it on.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a podiatrist who is looking to develop their specialist clinical skills while working as part of a supportive, experienced and forward-thinking community podiatry team. You will provide high-quality care to patients with a wide range of medical and podiatric needs, including those identified asat risk and high risk, while supporting seamless care across community, primary care and specialist services.

As part of the role, you will participate in CLCH’s Band 6 rotational programme, gaining experience across areas such as biomechanics, wound care and nail surgery clinics. You will autonomously assess, diagnose and treat patients, develop tailored treatment plans and support patients and carers with education, self-care and agreed care outcomes.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the role

Autonomously assess, diagnose and treat patients with a wide range of medical and podiatric conditions, including those with at-risk and high-risk foot needs.

Develop and deliver tailored treatment and specialist care plans, using appropriate treatment options to support safe and effective patient care.

Participate in the Band 6 rotational programme, including specialist clinical areas such as biomechanics, wound care and nail surgery clinics.

Triage new referrals, identify urgent or high-risk cases and prioritise treatment appropriately.

Deliver care across a range of community settings, including clinics and patients’ own homes.

Work collaboratively with GP practices, community nursing, tissue viability, diabetes, vascular, social care and wider MDT services to support coordinated patient care.

Provide advice, education and health promotion to patients, carers, colleagues and other healthcare professionals.

Support service development through clinical governance, audit, supervision, mentoring, policy development and continuous improvement activity.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person specification

Application Form

• BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or equivalent
• Evidence of continual professional and personal development
• Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
• Annotation in POM-S/A
• Evidence of post grad training in specialist area of podiatry
• Interest in undertaking study and developing towards enhanced clinical practice within podiatry

Experience

• Post graduate clinical experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
• Experience of working as part of a specialist team (clinical rotation experience accepted
• Experience of working in an NHS environment
• Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
• Experience of contributing to service improvement, audit, education, supervision or project work within podiatry or wider AHP service.

Skills

• Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
• Full knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
• Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture
• Knowledge of RCoP code of conduct
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities – theory and practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
• Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High risk tissue breakdown
• Ability to manufacture simple insoles

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

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