Job summary
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered
podiatrist to join our dynamic and supportive podiatry team at Your Healthcare
CIC as a bank member of staff.
As a community interest Company (CIC), we prioritise community-driven care
and offer an environment that empowers you to make a real impact.
This band 6 post is
ideal for a podiatrist to further develop their clinical skills and contribute
to high quality podiatry service but may not want to work full time. Your
Healthcare has a protected CPD budget which all employees can apply for.
If successful, you will provide treatment and management
to patients with complex medical and / or foot health needs. This will range
across biomechanics and orthotic prescription, nail surgery under local
anaesthesia, diabetic wound care assessment and treatment and high-risk foot
care. Full mentorship is available through the rotation of specialisms and as a
department we conduct quarterly one to ones.
Our bank position provides the opportunity to work in a
fast paced and varied working environment but with an excellent level of
support across the whole team. The successful candidate has the opportunity to
work across all podiatry specialisms. A full induction will be provided prior
to the role commencing.
If this sounds like
the job for you and you would like more information please contact Joanne Clark
Podiatry Lead on 0208 399 7111 or email joanne.clark@yourhealthcare.org
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the
role:
To provide high quality evidence based
podiatric care to patients with a variety of foot health needs.
Manage a complex caseload
independently, including high risk foot care, wound management, biomechanical
assessments and nail surgery.
Work collaboratively within the team
and with other healthcare professionals.
Support service development and
clinical audit.
Participate in supervision, training
and mentoring of band 5 staff and students.
What we are looking
for:
BSc (Hons) in Podiatry
(or equivalent)
Local Anaesthesia
certificate
Current HCPC
registration
Experience working
with high risk patients, including those with diabetes
Experience of NHS
podiatry and domiciliary care
Excellent
communication and organisational skill
Commitment to
continuous professional development
You will need to be a
car driver and have access to a vehicle
For more information
please see supporting job description and person specification
About us
At
Your Healthcare CIC, we are
dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care
services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning
disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), we
prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to
make a real impact.
Why Choose Us?
NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change
terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes.
Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without
delays.
Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
and various staff discounts.
Exceptional Staff Experience: Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback
from staff and patients.
Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion,
encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our
membership organization. Your ideas and contributions matter.
Join Us Today
We are
looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity,
and community engagement. If you want to make a positive impact in health and
social care, join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore our
career opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and
dedication.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached under support information, and refer to JD while completing your application.
Interview date is 11/08/2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached under support information, and refer to JD while completing your application.
Interview date is 11/08/2025
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of NHS podiatry, including domiciliary care provision.
- Diabetic patient assessment.
- Provision of high risk/ulcer treatments.
- Nail surgery
- biomechanics
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Must have ability to travel independently as will be required to carry out domiciliary work and work from different locations.
- Candidates should have responsible and caring attitude. Should be able to work independently but also as part of a team.
- To demonstrate initiative
- Confident and friendly
- Flexible
- Enthusiastic
- Approachable
- Reliable
- Candidates must be able to work under pressure and respond to change.
- Be self-motivated and have the ability to cope with challenges.
- Good time keeping.
- Smart appearance.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Highly developed physical skills, precision hand-eye co-ordination for prolonged periods.
- Nail surgery, health promotion, and biomechanics skills.
- Effective communication.
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
- Positive attitude to change
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Awareness of clinical governance
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to use decision making process to identify when patients require the intervention of other professionals.
- Appreciation of good record keeping and communication skills.
- Awareness of health and safety.
- Problem solving skills.
- IT skills
Desirable
- Evidence of post graduate CPD.
- Awareness of National Service Frameworks
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration as a podiatrist
- Bsc. Hons in podiatry Local Analgesia
- Evidence of CPD portfolio to demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable
- Diabetes foot module
- Previous experience of electronic health records.
Any Other Factors
Essential
- Current driving licence and access to vehicle for work purposes
- Willingness to ask for and take advice.
- Ability to make decisions, using available evidence where necessary.
- Commitment to team work.
- Commitment to high standard of care.
- Commitment to personal and professional development
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of NHS podiatry, including domiciliary care provision.
- Diabetic patient assessment.
- Provision of high risk/ulcer treatments.
- Nail surgery
- biomechanics
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Must have ability to travel independently as will be required to carry out domiciliary work and work from different locations.
- Candidates should have responsible and caring attitude. Should be able to work independently but also as part of a team.
- To demonstrate initiative
- Confident and friendly
- Flexible
- Enthusiastic
- Approachable
- Reliable
- Candidates must be able to work under pressure and respond to change.
- Be self-motivated and have the ability to cope with challenges.
- Good time keeping.
- Smart appearance.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Highly developed physical skills, precision hand-eye co-ordination for prolonged periods.
- Nail surgery, health promotion, and biomechanics skills.
- Effective communication.
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
- Positive attitude to change
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Awareness of clinical governance
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to use decision making process to identify when patients require the intervention of other professionals.
- Appreciation of good record keeping and communication skills.
- Awareness of health and safety.
- Problem solving skills.
- IT skills
Desirable
- Evidence of post graduate CPD.
- Awareness of National Service Frameworks
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration as a podiatrist
- Bsc. Hons in podiatry Local Analgesia
- Evidence of CPD portfolio to demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable
- Diabetes foot module
- Previous experience of electronic health records.
Any Other Factors
Essential
- Current driving licence and access to vehicle for work purposes
- Willingness to ask for and take advice.
- Ability to make decisions, using available evidence where necessary.
- Commitment to team work.
- Commitment to high standard of care.
- Commitment to personal and professional development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
