At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide specialist podiatry care to homeless and vulnerable adults, ensuring their foot health needs are met.
- Company: Join a compassionate NHS Trust dedicated to inclusion and empowerment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Commitment to diversity and inclusion, with support for all applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of at-risk individuals while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: BSc in Podiatric Medicine or equivalent, with relevant clinical experience.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust's values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
Qualifications
- Essential criteria
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
- Registration with the Health Professions Council
- Certificate in local anaesthesia
- Evidence or Portfolio of Post Grad Continued Development to Master accredited level
- Evidence of extended study into specialist care
- Desirable criteria
- Evidence of post grad research/publication in specialist area of podiatry
Experience
- Essential criteria
- Post graduate clinical 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
- Experience of working as part of a specialist team (clinical rotation experience accepted)
- Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in an NHS environment
- Experience of clinical supervision/mentoring
- Experience of service development
Skills
- Essential criteria
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Full knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
- Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture
- Knowledge of RCOP code of conduct
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance - theory and practice
- Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High risk tissue breakdown
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and developments in treatment
- 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
- To be competent in the use of treatment and diagnostic tools (including, Doppler, scalpel techniques, syringe etc)
- Desirable criteria
- Presentation Skills / Experience at delivering Health Promotion
- Ability to manufacture simple insoles
Key Attributes
- Essential criteria
- Ability to cope with a busy demanding and varied workload able to cope with the demands of moving between sessional clinics, on foot, by transport. This may include carriage of clinical equipment on home visits.
- Performing clinical treatments in physically restricted work positions requiring repetitive fine movements.
- Ability to cope with patients' anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and allay anxieties.
- Desirable criteria
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Commitment
CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.
Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role. Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process. Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone. We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.
Homeless and Vulnerable Adult Specialist Podiatrist in London employer: CIH International Housing Group
At Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to the values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through continuous development opportunities, while our commitment to diversity ensures that all employees feel valued and included. Working in the heart of London, you will have the unique advantage of serving a diverse community, making a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable adults.
Contact Details:
CIH International Housing Group Recruitment Team
