Job summary
Band 5-6 Podiatrist (developmental role) - Harrow TeamCentral London Community Healthcare (CLCH)
Are you an enthusiastic, compassionate Podiatrist newly qualified or experienced looking for an exciting opportunity to grow and make a real difference in the community? Come join our forward thinking Harrow teams at CLCH!
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Models of Care: Be part of a service that's evolving to meet the changing needs of our community, with a focus on population health and integration with primary care.
- Supportive Leadership & Team: Work alongside a dynamic and inclusive group of professionals, backed by a Senior Management Team that encourages fresh ideas and new ways of working.
- Professional Development: Enjoy a supported environment where you'll have the chance to learn, lead, and develop in your Band 5 role perfect for new graduates or those seeking a new challenge with view of developing to a Band 6, or starting as a Band 6 depending on experience .
Main duties of the job
What You'll Do
- Deliver High-Quality Clinical Care: Provide day-to-day podiatry services, ensuring the needs of patients are always your top priority.
- Lead with Compassion: Demonstrate empathetic leadership skills, inspiring colleagues by modelling excellent clinical practice and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Drive Transformation: Contribute to the creation and rollout of new care models, positively impacting and enhancing the patient experience throughout Harrow.
- Collaborate Across Sectors: Partner with local CCGs, PCNs, the Local Authority, and acute Trusts to strengthen ties and deliver cohesive care.
About us
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
- Welcoming & Inclusive Culture: We value the diversity of our team and patients, creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Ongoing Support & Development: Access mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities to help you excel in your career.
- Access to the CLCH Academy for continuous education, training, and professional development.
- Impactful Work: Play a key role in enhancing the lives of patients in Harrow, helping them stay healthier and out of hospital wherever possible.
- Growing Team: Join a supportive, caring, and dedicated unit that's actively transforming how podiatry services are delivered.
- Flexible Working: We understand everyone has different needs around working hours, development, and support.
- Travel Discounts including season tickets and cycle schemes.
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here:https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
If you're ready to take the next step in your podiatry career and be part of shaping the future for patients in Harrow, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now and help us create a healthier tomorrow for everyone in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What Were Looking For:
- A qualified Band 5 Podiatrist wanting to develop into a Band 6 / Band 6 depending on clinical experience with a passion for community-based care.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and motivate others, while remaining open to learning and growth.
- A team player whos excited to innovate, embrace new ideas, and help shape our evolving services.
- A commitment to inclusive and person-centred care, ensuring every patient feels seen, heard, and supported.
Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required
Job description
Job responsibilities
What Were Looking For:
- A qualified Band 5 Podiatrist wanting to develop into a Band 6 / Band 6 depending on clinical experience with a passion for community-based care.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and motivate others, while remaining open to learning and growth.
- A team player whos excited to innovate, embrace new ideas, and help shape our evolving services.
- A commitment to inclusive and person-centred care, ensuring every patient feels seen, heard, and supported.
Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
- Registration with the Health Professions Council
- Certificate in local anaesthesia
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
- Experience of service development
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
- Knowledge of SOCAP code of conduct
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to evaluate and analyse patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
- Experience of delivering health education
Desirable
- IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
- Registration with the Health Professions Council
- Certificate in local anaesthesia
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
- Experience of service development
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
- Knowledge of SOCAP code of conduct
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to evaluate and analyse patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
- Experience of delivering health education
Desirable
- IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing
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).
