Specialist Podiatrist
The closing date is 06 February 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Podiatry Arrow team for an experienced podiatrist.
The role is a permanent position. It will involve work in both health centres and out in the community in patients homes, care homes and local hospitals. Podiatry Arrow covers the Redditch, Droitwich ,Evesham and Pershore areas of Worcestershire. Emphasis is on the high-risk foot and a special interest in wound care would be beneficial.
The ideal candidate will be a team player, committed to providing high quality patient care with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Enthusiastic, highly motivated and a strong work ethic is most desirable.
You will be confident in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of the lower limb, with a sound knowledge of disease processes relating to the foot and lower limb of all types of patient groups.
The ability to network, liaise and build relationships with other health care professionals would be highly advantageous.
Some knowledge of MSK and competence with nail surgery is also a requirement for the role.
The successful candidate will take part in nail surgery on a rota basis and there are opportunities for shadowing and working with the Multi -Disciplinary Foot Team and the MSK specialist team to further advance skills and knowledge base.
You will be an active participant in clinical supervision, supporting , and being supported by the team .
Flexible/part time role may be considered but not less than 18.75 hours.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will assess diagnose and treat high risk patients both in clinic and domiciliary settings. Liaise with GPs and other health care professionals.
Triage referrals appropriately and efficiently . Provide education to patients and empower them to manage their own condition. Mentor students and apprentices as required.
Perform nail surgery and be part of the rota within the department. Provide offloading and orthotic devices where appropriate.
Put patient care at the heart of the work you do to improve health care outcomes , deliver the highest standards of care to patients who meet our access criteria .
Be the best you can be, always look for ways to improve and develop to reach your potential whilst encouraging others to develop themselves and the service through improvement and innovation.
Build positive working relationships, respecting and valuing the views and opinions of others, being helpful and inclusive.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer;
- 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
- Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
- Flexible and agile working opportunities
- Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
- Wide range of supportive staff networks
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
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Details
Date posted
08 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year pro-rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9798-1956
Job locations
NHS Podiatry Department
15 William Street
Redditch
Worcestershire
B97 4AJ
Employer details
Employer name
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
NHS Podiatry Department
15 William Street
Redditch
Worcestershire
B97 4AJ
Employer's website
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