Job summary
We are looking for a Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist.The successful candidate will join one of the largest and forward-thinking Podiatry Departments inthe Country. This role is for a highly motivated and professional HCPC registered Podiatrist toprovide high quality podiatric care for patients with pathological foot conditions and thoseindividuals at risk of developing serious foot health complications.A comprehensive corporate induction programme is given at the commencement of employment.As well as this the Podiatry Department offers its own preceptorship package covering all aspectsof peer review, clinical supervision, support and mentoring. A Competency programmes is usedfor staff to ensure all work is to a high clinical standard which can lead to future opportunities forcareer development into a chosen specialist area which can be supported within the service.The service is delivered in Community Clinics, Health Centres, GP surgeries, Acute and CommunityHospital Sites, Prisons and patient's own home. All staff are given the opportunity to get involvedin a wide variety and scope of practice. If you are looking for a challenging post and want todeliver the best podiatry care for your patients then this post will be ideal for you.Post will be based within the West Kent Team covering Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Edenbridge,Maidstone, Coxheath and surrounding area's
Main duties of the job
Band 6 Podiatrist work closely with the people who use our services, families, friends and carersand play an important contribution in how people experience our services.Band 6 Podiatrists are expected to be kind, responsive and professional, contributing to thequality of the services we provide by:
o Keeping the people who use our services safe through the use of sound clinical skills andeffective risk assessmentso Ensuring the best possible clinical outcomes by using up-to-date skills and adhering toevidence based policies and procedureso Ensuring the people that use our services have a good experience by respecting, empoweringand working in partnership with them.We believe that the best health care is delivered by multi-disciplinary teams working welltogether and in partnership with other teams and services to provide seamless care. Band 6Podiatrists work as part of a team and contribute to its success by being a role model, supervisingmore junior members of the team (Qualified and unqualified) and students to ensure they areworking to the professional standards required and provide leadership within the team.
About us
One of the largest community NHS trusts in the UK, KCHFT are rated 'outstanding' by the CQC. We've got a passion for delivering high standards of care to patients and deliver excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values Compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, which leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. So, all our colleagues have equal access to career opportunities.
Flexibility is another way we do this. In the NHS, we're reminded every day how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement without having to sacrifice time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
Looking for professional development? We can support that too! Our career pathways will help you achieve your aspirations
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 16th January 2024.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 16th January 2024.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered health care professional (HCPC registration ) / minimum of 1 years of experience
Desirable
- Diabetic Foot Module Evidence of continual CPD
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 1 years' experience in Podiatry and evidence of Podiatry rotations
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Understanding of training needs in relation to post
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
ABILITY TO MANAGE
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered health care professional (HCPC registration ) / minimum of 1 years of experience
Desirable
- Diabetic Foot Module Evidence of continual CPD
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 1 years' experience in Podiatry and evidence of Podiatry rotations
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Understanding of training needs in relation to post
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
ABILITY TO MANAGE
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda's for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
