Job summary
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Podiatry Service have an exciting opportunity for a podiatry apprentice to join our innovative and supportive podiatry team.
The Podiatry Apprenticeship programme is a fully funded route towards qualification as a HCPC registered Podiatrist.
Podiatrists are registered healthcare professionals specialising in the lower limb (feet, ankles, legs), providing high quality clinical care to people of all ages. A Podiatrist's job is to work to protect people's feet, providing preventative advice, care, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a range of problems affecting the lower limb.
A word from one of our current apprentice Podiatrist when asked about the experience so far:
'I came to CPFT with long-standing personal and professional healthcare experience, seeking a new challenge. It has come as a nice surprise to be challenged daily by the broad spectrum of job roles within podiatry. So far, I have come across diabetes, tissue viability, musculoskeletal input, the various reasons orthotics might be used - and how to make them. It's certainly not boring! The team, to a person are all amazing - friendly and helpful.'
The apprenticeship is ideal for applicants who wish to start a career in healthcare, existing healthcare professionals looking to find a new profession or looking to develop into a registered professional role.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
What's involved?
This level 6 apprenticeship is a three-year programme of work-based learning that is directly related to the apprenticeship standard. You work within the trust 3 days per work and study with the university in person for 2 days per week (plus additional assessment dates throughout the course at university). It is scheduled to commence in September 2025 with the University of Northampton.
This vacancy is a 3-year fixed term contract to employ an apprentice through the duration of their course. On completion of the course the applicant will be a registered Podiatrist and then able to able for a substantive Podiatrist position. Please note that the position is a development post linked to the continued enrolment on the University of Northampton degree course within the 3 year fixed term contract. If the employee ceases the degree course or defers the course then employment cannot be continued.
The position will be based dependant on the location of the applicant with bases available at Doddington Community Hospital, March; Chesterton Medical Centre, Cambridge or Oak Tree Centre, Huntingdon. The post holder will be required to travel countywide in Cambridgeshire in order to meet the needs of the service and gain appropriate clinical experience to support their apprenticeship learning.
About us
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting andempowering them to lead a fulfilling life.
Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, research and development.
To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.
Please be advised we reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications.
Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately, your application form will be rejected from the process.
For further information on CPFT, please visit our website at www.cpft.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.
Programme content
The programme is an exciting opportunity for individuals aspiring to train as podiatrists, combining academic learning with practical training equipping apprentices with the knowledge and skills needed to assess, diagnose, and manage conditions affecting the feet and lower limbs. Apprentices will have the opportunity to develop expertise in areas such as biomechanics, wound care, dermatology, nail surgery and musculoskeletal disorders. This work-based route provides a direct pathway to becoming a fully qualified podiatrist.
This programme is made up of 15 modules distributed over Levels 4, 5 and 6. Modules have an allocation of credit points, which are aggregated at each level. On completion of the programme apprentices will have attained:
- 120 credit points at Level 4
- 120 credit points at Level 5
- 120 credit points at Level 6 with an integrated End Point Assessment process
Entry Requirements:
- Sponsored by an employer
- BBC at A Levelincluding Level 3 Science or
- DDD at BTECor
- DDM at BTEC Extended Diplomasor
- M at T Level
Applicants also needoneof the following qualifications:
- Applicants must also haveGCSEor equivalent inMathsandEnglish Languageat Grade C/4 or above.
- Functional Skills/Key Skills or credits taken within an Access to Higher Education course (12 credits at Level 2 or 6 credits at level 3) as equivalent for both Maths and English Language are also acceptable.
To see more information on the course, and specifics of modules go to the university website here:
Podiatry Degree Apprenticeship | University of Northampton
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.
Programme content
The programme is an exciting opportunity for individuals aspiring to train as podiatrists, combining academic learning with practical training equipping apprentices with the knowledge and skills needed to assess, diagnose, and manage conditions affecting the feet and lower limbs. Apprentices will have the opportunity to develop expertise in areas such as biomechanics, wound care, dermatology, nail surgery and musculoskeletal disorders. This work-based route provides a direct pathway to becoming a fully qualified podiatrist.
This programme is made up of 15 modules distributed over Levels 4, 5 and 6. Modules have an allocation of credit points, which are aggregated at each level. On completion of the programme apprentices will have attained:
- 120 credit points at Level 4
- 120 credit points at Level 5
- 120 credit points at Level 6 with an integrated End Point Assessment process
Entry Requirements:
- Sponsored by an employer
- BBC at A Levelincluding Level 3 Science or
- DDD at BTECor
- DDM at BTEC Extended Diplomasor
- M at T Level
Applicants also needoneof the following qualifications:
- Applicants must also haveGCSEor equivalent inMathsandEnglish Languageat Grade C/4 or above.
- Functional Skills/Key Skills or credits taken within an Access to Higher Education course (12 credits at Level 2 or 6 credits at level 3) as equivalent for both Maths and English Language are also acceptable.
To see more information on the course, and specifics of modules go to the university website here:
Podiatry Degree Apprenticeship | University of Northampton
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- BBC at A Levelincluding Level 3 Science or DDD at BTEC or DDM at BTEC Extended Diplomas or M at T Level
- GCSEor equivalent inMathsandEnglish Languageat Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills/Key Skills or credits taken within an Access to Higher Education course (12 credits at Level 2 or 6 credits at level 3) as equivalent for both Maths and English Language are also acceptable.
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to drive, access to own transport and current driving licence.
- Fine motor dexterity.
- Sufficient keyboard skills for data input, letter writing and internet and email use.
- Ability to plan, organise and co-ordinate work under own initiative, be flexible and prioritise competing demands for attention.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to develop & maintain positive working relationships with professionals and non-professional colleagues & clients.
- Ability to hear distressing news from patients when discussing treatment plans and during consultations when patients share their life experiences.
- Ability to empathise and sympathise with a diverse range of people remaining professional at all times.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Other
Essential
- Insight into how to reflect and evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Ability to develop skills needed to provide direct care patient, with frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions. (ulcer debridement, tissue breakdown and body fluids, dusts and adhesives).
Desirable
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Podiatrist and Podiatry assistant in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- BBC at A Levelincluding Level 3 Science or DDD at BTEC or DDM at BTEC Extended Diplomas or M at T Level
- GCSEor equivalent inMathsandEnglish Languageat Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills/Key Skills or credits taken within an Access to Higher Education course (12 credits at Level 2 or 6 credits at level 3) as equivalent for both Maths and English Language are also acceptable.
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to drive, access to own transport and current driving licence.
- Fine motor dexterity.
- Sufficient keyboard skills for data input, letter writing and internet and email use.
- Ability to plan, organise and co-ordinate work under own initiative, be flexible and prioritise competing demands for attention.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to develop & maintain positive working relationships with professionals and non-professional colleagues & clients.
- Ability to hear distressing news from patients when discussing treatment plans and during consultations when patients share their life experiences.
- Ability to empathise and sympathise with a diverse range of people remaining professional at all times.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Other
Essential
- Insight into how to reflect and evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Ability to develop skills needed to provide direct care patient, with frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions. (ulcer debridement, tissue breakdown and body fluids, dusts and adhesives).
Desirable
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Podiatrist and Podiatry assistant in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
