Job summary Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Podiatry Band 5-6 Development Role. To join our podiatry team within Nottingham City are of Nottinghamshire. Core hours: Monday - Friday 8.30 am - 4.30 pm Flexible working patterns or part-time considered New graduates welcome to apply Additional CPD training and internal career advancement Opportunities to work within our Podiatric Surgery team, Community based Foot Protection Team and Diabetic MDT hospital clinics across Nottinghamshire. The role will include working across a variety of community and domiciliary settings, providing foot care management. You must have the ability, means and willingness to travel between multiple sites to carry out duties. On successful completion of preceptorship programme the post holder will be promoted to Band 6. Please note the post is a Band 5 vacancy and it will be expected for the post holder to complete preceptorship and progress to Band 6, unless extenuating circumstances apply. Main duties of the job As a member of Nottinghamshire Podiatry Services you would have the opportunity to - Mentorship to complete Podiatry Preceptorship Programme fulfilling competency in nail surgery, MSK and wound care. Opportunities to rotate into Podiatric Surgery, Community based Foot Protection Team and Diabetic MDT hospital based clinics. Work in a variety of clinical settings within the Nottinghamshire area, both domiciliary, clinical and hospital settings. Must be able to meet the physical and travel requirements of the position. Nottinghamshire provides quality care to patients on a needs-based service. As a member of the team you would be expected to provide assessment, diagnosis and implementation of individual treatment plans for patients, and discharge following a set criteria. Support to complete nail surgery competency. All applicants will have full and current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and hold a Degree or Diploma in Podiatric Medicine and a certificate for Local Anaesthesia or working towards. New or final year podiatry students welcome to apply. An annual appraisal and personal development plan. You will be provided with peer support, continued professional development and regular clinical supervision. Attendance at Nottinghamshire wide team meetings and training days including POMs and LA updates. Internal opportunities for career advancement. About us Nottinghamshire Healthcare employs over 10,000 colleagues who help #MakeADifference every day. We provide intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. Care is delivered from over 120 sites within the community from acute settings and across low, medium and high secure environments including prisons. As one of the largest mental health and community trusts in the East Midlands and one of the biggest employers in Nottinghamshire. We are also home to national and regional services such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health. We are committed to flexible and agile working, including the opportunity to join our bank. Your health and wellbeing is our priority and as such we invest significantly in this via our in-house Occupational Health Service, Staff Counselling Service and Health and Wellbeing Team. We offer a number of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, our Green Champions Network, Freedom to Speak Up Network. Health and Wellbeing Champions Network and Menopause Champions. We provide care to a diverse range of communities and are passionate about supporting diversity and inclusion in the Trust. If you believe in our values of Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork, then we would love to hear from you! #TeamNottsHC Details Date posted 09 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum (pro rata for part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 186-558-25-GH Job locations Mary Potter Health Centre Gregory Boulevard Nottingham NG7 5HY Job description Job responsibilities To be part of a highly motivated team, with mentorship working within a team and/or independently in both community, patients residence, and acute settings, providing a high quality of clinical care. To develop and implement individualised care programmes for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs, including acute or chronic, neuropathies, chronic diseases, vascular problems, wound management, MSK and Nail Surgery. The post holder will be expected to plan and manage the caseload with the mentorship and support of a senior podiatrists. Instruct clients and carers, providing direction and guidance on a range of Podiatry interventions independently with a variety of clinical settings including patients place of residence. To assist colleagues with challenging clients or those with complex needs who require more than one person to treat. To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with clients, relatives and carers. This will include clients who may have difficulties in understanding or with barriers to communication. To provide administrative support to the Department duties e.g. maintaining stock levels and patient appointment bookings. To access computer systems including Systmone, for the recording and actioning of patient information and treatment activity. To submit accurate records of sickness, lieu time, study, expenses and annual leave. To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in reviewing and updating as required. A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. Job description Job responsibilities To be part of a highly motivated team, with mentorship working within a team and/or independently in both community, patients residence, and acute settings, providing a high quality of clinical care. To develop and implement individualised care programmes for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs, including acute or chronic, neuropathies, chronic diseases, vascular problems, wound management, MSK and Nail Surgery. The post holder will be expected to plan and manage the caseload with the mentorship and support of a senior podiatrists. Instruct clients and carers, providing direction and guidance on a range of Podiatry interventions independently with a variety of clinical settings including patients place of residence. To assist colleagues with challenging clients or those with complex needs who require more than one person to treat. To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with clients, relatives and carers. This will include clients who may have difficulties in understanding or with barriers to communication. To provide administrative support to the Department duties e.g. maintaining stock levels and patient appointment bookings. To access computer systems including Systmone, for the recording and actioning of patient information and treatment activity. To submit accurate records of sickness, lieu time, study, expenses and annual leave. To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures and to be involved in reviewing and updating as required. A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. Person Specification Contractual Essential A Full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Qualifications Essential BSc/Diploma in Podiatry Registrant of Health and Care Professions Council (or awaiting) Local analgesia Certificate (POM A and S) Competent IT skills Experience Essential Understanding of NHS Podiatry Experience of team working Have had experience in a range of placements Desirable Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working Previous experience of using electronic patient record systems Skills Essential Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning skills. Ability to work effectively autonomously and as a team player, and as part of a multidisciplinary team Evidence of communication/organisational/interpersonal skills, time management, and adaptability to changing demands of service To provide direct care, with frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions (ulcers/ tissue breakdown and body fluids, dusts and adhesives) and uncomfortable/restrictive working environments (domiciliary visits in small cramped area, awkward access and reduced Infection Control measures). Desirable Understand evidence based practice Knowledge Essential Understanding of podiatrist role in the NHS. Understanding of Primary Care. Understanding of relevant NHS Policy. Desirable Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Must be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of core trust values and be able to articulate in practice Values and Behaviours Essential All staff should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork Person Specification Contractual Essential A Full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Qualifications Essential BSc/Diploma in Podiatry Registrant of Health and Care Professions Council (or awaiting) Local analgesia Certificate (POM A and S) Competent IT skills Experience Essential Understanding of NHS Podiatry Experience of team working Have had experience in a range of placements Desirable Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working Previous experience of using electronic patient record systems Skills Essential Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning skills. Ability to work effectively autonomously and as a team player, and as part of a multidisciplinary team Evidence of communication/organisational/interpersonal skills, time management, and adaptability to changing demands of service To provide direct care, with frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions (ulcers/ tissue breakdown and body fluids, dusts and adhesives) and uncomfortable/restrictive working environments (domiciliary visits in small cramped area, awkward access and reduced Infection Control measures). Desirable Understand evidence based practice Knowledge Essential Understanding of podiatrist role in the NHS. Understanding of Primary Care. Understanding of relevant NHS Policy. Desirable Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Must be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of core trust values and be able to articulate in practice Values and Behaviours Essential All staff should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork 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). Employer details Employer name Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Mary Potter Health Centre Gregory Boulevard Nottingham NG7 5HY Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Mary Potter Health Centre Gregory Boulevard Nottingham NG7 5HY Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Mary Potter Health Centre, Gregory Boulevard, NG7 5HY Nottingham, United Kingdom