Specialist Podiatrist - Redbridge & Waltham Forest

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Specialist Podiatrist to join their team across Redbridge and Waltham Forest. The candidate will deliver high-quality wound care and treatment to patients with complex needs. Documenting care plans and supporting clinical growth is essential. This part-time role offers a salary range of £38,682 to £46,580 pro-rata plus a High Cost Area Supplement. The ideal candidate should be HCPC registered with at least 2 years NHS experience.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellbeing programmes

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• HCPC‑registered podiatrist (BSc in Podiatry) is required.
• 2+ years NHS experience managing foot ulceration.
• Personable with a commitment to personal development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist wound care to high-risk patients.
• Provide expert treatment for complex podiatric needs.
• Create evidence-based care plans.

Skills

Organizational skills

Clinical skills

IT skills

Ability to work autonomously

Education

BSc Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine

Evidence of continual professional development

Evidence of postgraduate training or equivalent experience

Job description

Specialist Podiatrist – Redbridge & Waltham Forest

Closing date: 11 January 2026

Part time Specialist Podiatrist – Join Our Friendly & Forward‑Thinking Team!

Are you ready to step into your next challenge? We are looking for a Specialist Podiatrist to join our supportive, innovative team at NELFT, delivering first‑class care across Redbridge & Waltham Forest.

You will be part of a service that is not only busy and dynamic, but also proud to serve a diverse, multicultural community. From treating foot ulceration to supporting patients with diabetes, vascular conditions and autoimmune diseases, your skills will make a real difference every day.

As this role spans clinics, community hubs and home visits, being a car driver is essential.

Main duties of the job

What You will Be Doing

• Delivering specialist wound care to high‑risk patients across community, hospital & domiciliary settings.
• Providing expert treatment in community settings to support patients with complex podiatric needs.
• Creating and following evidence‑based care plans to ensure the highest standards of treatment.
• Mentoring and supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge & contributing to our positive team culture.
• Building strong, positive relationships with GP, other health professionals and patients to deliver seamless care.

Please refer to the attached Job Description & Personal Specification for full details.

About us

COVID‑19 Vaccination We continue to encourage all staff to ensure they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID‑19 for our patients, staff and their families.

Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt unless they are part‑way through a probationary period or are a current bank member.

Starting with NELFT NELFT places great importance on welcoming new starters. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undergo a comprehensive induction lasting up to two weeks, including mandatory training, systems training and allocation of equipment. Induction takes place at our head office in Rainham, Essex.

High Cost Area Supplement – London. This post attracts a 15% supplement of the basic salary (minimum £4,313, maximum £5,436 per annum pro‑rata).

Job responsibilities

• Be part of a friendly, diverse & supportive team of podiatrists, assistants, and apprentices.
• Head office located at Hainault Health Centre with great transport links, plus clinics across Redbridge & Waltham Forest.
• Work in a digital‑forward service with full laptop access & IT support.
• Enjoy 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro‑rata).
• Wellbeing programmes, active staff networks & a Just & Compassionate Culture.

Our Values

At NELFT, we are passionate that we are kind, respectful and work together with our communities.

Qualifications

We are looking for a HCPC‑registered podiatrist (BSc in Podiatry) with 2+ years NHS experience, confident in managing foot ulceration and excited to develop your career within a supportive, forward‑thinking team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine
• Evidence of continual professional development
• Evidence of postgraduate training or equivalent experience (diabetic foot module)
• Registration with HCPC

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years working in the NHS as a podiatrist
• Experience communicating across internal and external boundaries
• Experience in governance, quality and audit
• Experience in multi‑agency working
• Experience treating diabetic foot ulceration

Knowledge

• An awareness of NHS priorities
• Knowledge of current NHS strategy and clinical governance priorities

Skills

• Basic awareness of IT and IT skills
• Commitment to own development
• Excellent organisational and clinical skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to balance competing priorities to meet personal and directorate targets within a fluctuating and demanding workload

Other

• Applicant must be a car driver with a valid UK licence; criteria will be reasonably adjusted for disabled applicants and access to a car for work purposes.
• Ability to travel efficiently throughout the area.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part‑time

Reference number

395‑WF070‑25‑B

Job locations

Across Redbridge & Waltham Forest Boroughs

Address

Across Redbridge & Waltham Forest Boroughs

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 per annum pro‑rata plus HCAS