Job summarySupport the Specialist Lead MSK Podiatrist in the co-ordination and leadership of the musculoskeletal aspect of care within the Department of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and play a key role in ensuring the service meets expected results with reference to national and local policies. The post holder must be able to demonstrate a specialist knowledge base within the chosen field including recognised extended scope training (diagnostic ultrasound, injection therapy, joint mobilisation, acupuncture) and act as a role model for providing quality care to patients and an expert training resource to AHP's, GP's and other health and social care colleagues.
Main duties of the jobThe Foot Health Service delivers specialist care to a diverse patient population presenting with foot and lower limb conditions, primarily within a primary care setting. Led by an experienced team comprising of Specialist Podiatrists, the service provides comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of foot deformities and pathologies.
About usHomerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
DetailsDate posted21 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary
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58,133 to 65,261 a year
p.a. incl.
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number293-CCS-0945Job locationsFoot Health Service, Ground Floor, C Block, St Leonard's HospitalNuttall StreetLondonN1 5LZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
EssentialDegree or diploma in Podiatry recognised for HCPC registration. Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Podiatrist. DesirablePostgraduate qualification or specialist training in musculoskeletal podiatry, injection therapy, clinical education or aMembership of a relevant professional or specialist interest group. o Management or leadership training.
Skill/Abilities
EssentialAbility to communicate complex, sensitive and potentially distressing information clearly and compassionately to patients, carers and colleagues. Advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning and care-planning skills for complex musculoskeletal foot and ankle conditions. Ability to organise and prioritise a complex workload, work autonomously, meet deadlines and respond appropriately to pressure. DesirableCompetence in local anaesthetic administration. Competence in steroid or other therapeutic injection techniques.
Experience
EssentialSubstantial post-registration podiatry experience in musculosketelal care, including management of complex and specialist caseloads with a high degree of autonomyDesirableExperience of staff supervision, student education, rotation support or competency assessment.
Knowledge
EssentialAdvanced specialist knowledge of musculoskeletal podiatry and the management of complex foot and ankle conditions. Knowledge of relevant national and local podiatry strategy, clinical guidance, professional standards and legislation. DesirableKnowledge of the roles, responsibilities and interfaces of other professional groups across primary, community and secondary care.
Other
EssentialUnderstanding and demonstration of the Trust ValuesFlexible and willing to work across community sites in Hackney according to service need.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
EssentialDegree or diploma in Podiatry recognised for HCPC registration. Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Podiatrist. DesirablePostgraduate qualification or specialist training in musculoskeletal podiatry, injection therapy, clinical education or aMembership of a relevant professional or specialist interest group. o Management or leadership training.
Skill/Abilities
EssentialAbility to communicate complex, sensitive and potentially distressing information clearly and compassionately to patients, carers and colleagues. Advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning and care-planning skills for complex musculoskeletal foot and ankle conditions. Ability to organise and prioritise a complex workload, work autonomously, meet deadlines and respond appropriately to pressure. DesirableCompetence in local anaesthetic administration. Competence in steroid or other therapeutic injection techniques.
Experience
EssentialSubstantial post-registration podiatry experience in musculosketelal care, including management of complex and specialist caseloads with a high degree of autonomyDesirableExperience of staff supervision, student education, rotation support or competency assessment.
Knowledge
EssentialAdvanced specialist knowledge of musculoskeletal podiatry and the management of complex foot and ankle conditions. Knowledge of relevant national and local podiatry strategy, clinical guidance, professional standards and legislation. DesirableKnowledge of the roles, responsibilities and interfaces of other professional groups across primary, community and secondary care.
Other
EssentialUnderstanding and demonstration of the Trust ValuesFlexible and willing to work across community sites in Hackney according to service need.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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. xohmjla For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameHomerton Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustAddressFoot Health Service, Ground Floor, C Block, St Leonard's HospitalNuttall StreetLondonN1 5LZUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameHomerton Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustAddressFoot Health Service, Ground Floor, C Block, St Leonard's HospitalNuttall StreetLondonN1 5LZUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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