Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for the Cheshire and Wirral Podiatry department to recruit multiple Podiatry Apprentices. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone interested in developing in health care in a career that offers flexibility and independence as a clinician.
The Trust currently supports the RealLivingWage(RLW) hourly rate as set by theLivingWageFederation and will apply a pay supplement if the national A4C hourly rate falls below this.
Main duties of the job
The job will involve contact daily with patients with high risk foot health requirements. The practical training will be delivered on site with a team of qualified Podiatrists and the theoretical aspect will come directly from the University of Plymouth.
You will have the opportunity to develop skills in routine and high risk Podiatry and learn to carry out podiatric treatments independently throughout this time. Our skills include MSK biomechanical assessment and diagnosis, minor nail surgery procedures, high risk wound care and vascular assessment, as well as treatment for various nail pathologies and preventative treatment of corns and callus.
We are a very friendly and supportive team and look forward to welcoming your application.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton and Liverpool. We also provide specialist services for the North West as a whole.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.We also offer up to three weeks' induction, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This aims to give you all the knowledge and guidance to help you hit the ground running with CWP.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. Plus, a level 3 qualification as below:
- Access to Higher Education in Science or Health Studies (Level 3) or BTEC - Science, Sports and exercise science, sports therapy and beauty therapy or health science (Level 3) or 2 x A levels to include Science or health related subject (Level 3)
- Ability to work single handed with individual patients in a supported environment under supervision of qualified staff
- Able to carry out basic administrative and housekeeping duties
- An understanding of the role of the profession
- An understanding of confidentiality
- Experience of working within a care environment or with the relevant patient group
- Working knowledge of stock ordering systems.
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Successful completion or currently undertaking ECDL or equivalent
- Royal College of Podiatry Assistant Qualification
- An understanding of the role of the assistant
- Experience of working as a therapy assistant
- Experience of using EMIS web
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to teach practical skills
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Takes own initiative and seeks appropriate guidance
Experience
Essential
- Delivering care and patient education in a variety of environments, for instance clinical, domiciliary, nursing home and hospital settings.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. Plus, a level 3 qualification as below:
- Access to Higher Education in Science or Health Studies (Level 3) or BTEC - Science, Sports and exercise science, sports therapy and beauty therapy or health science (Level 3) or 2 x A levels to include Science or health related subject (Level 3)
- Ability to work single handed with individual patients in a supported environment under supervision of qualified staff
- Able to carry out basic administrative and housekeeping duties
- An understanding of the role of the profession
- An understanding of confidentiality
- Experience of working within a care environment or with the relevant patient group
- Working knowledge of stock ordering systems.
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Successful completion or currently undertaking ECDL or equivalent
- Royal College of Podiatry Assistant Qualification
- An understanding of the role of the assistant
- Experience of working as a therapy assistant
- Experience of using EMIS web
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to teach practical skills
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Takes own initiative and seeks appropriate guidance
Experience
Essential
- Delivering care and patient education in a variety of environments, for instance clinical, domiciliary, nursing home and hospital settings.
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.
