Job summary
We are offering an exciting opportunity to join the Dorset HealthCare Podiatry Service in a developmental role. We are looking for people who have a passion and a desire to start or further develop their career in podiatry in Dorset. You must be able to demonstrate compassion, commitment, and respect in line with the NHS values and behaviours as well as flexibility to work across more than one employer. This is a development role via the Assistant Practitioner Apprenticeship standard.
The post-holder will be a trainee and will complete a Level 5 Diploma for Assistant Practitioners in Healthcare.This role will involve travel across Dorset.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Main duties of the job
You will undertake a two-year assistant practitioner apprenticeship programme. As well as studying, you will provide comprehensive foot care treatment, advice and continuing care to patients. This will include footcare such as nail reduction and lesion redressing.
Other duties will include, support to specialist and lead podiatrists, responsible for stock orders, accurate recording of treatments and related work, preparing clinical areas and manufacturing of insoles and silicone appliances.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- English and maths grade C/4 equivalent
- Full level 3 qualification or A level equivalent
- A good level of IT skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of NHS systems
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Ability to work independently or as part of the team
- Ability to cope with a busy and varied workload
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
Desirable
- Previous experience in foot and healthcare
Additional requirements
Essential
- Manual dexterity
- Ability to undertake strenuous duties
- Demonstrate a skill in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively
Personal qualities and attributes
Essential
- Evidence of demonstrating the trust values and behaviours
- Ability to listen and show empathy
- Detail orientated
Desirable
- Insight into how to reflect and evaluate own strengths and development needs
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- English and maths grade C/4 equivalent
- Full level 3 qualification or A level equivalent
- A good level of IT skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of NHS systems
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Ability to work independently or as part of the team
- Ability to cope with a busy and varied workload
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
Desirable
- Previous experience in foot and healthcare
Additional requirements
Essential
- Manual dexterity
- Ability to undertake strenuous duties
- Demonstrate a skill in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively
Personal qualities and attributes
Essential
- Evidence of demonstrating the trust values and behaviours
- Ability to listen and show empathy
- Detail orientated
Desirable
- Insight into how to reflect and evaluate own strengths and development needs
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.
