Job summary The permanent posts are both full-time and part time hours and would be a wonderful opportunity for a newly qualified podiatrist. You will be working with a team of podiatrists and podiatry assistants. You will be supported to work as an autonomous practitioner assessing; diagnosing; care planning; and reviewing child and adult patients with a multitude of clinical conditions. We are seeking Podiatrists who have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who are able to work on their own as well as part of a team. A commitment to patient care to assist patients to achieve their potential is essential. You will be encouraged to take part in various CPD activities including clinical support, supportive supervision and in-house training during team meetings. The post holder should have the ability to travel around the district. Main duties of the job Be competent as appropriate to the requirement of the role Be a Podiatrist and have a professional and clinical knowledge of their discipline They will focus in one of the following areas: Be responsible for a defined population of service users in a variety of settings across the Partnership Trust including the community and hospitals. Be skilled in the assessment of care/support needs and in the development, implementation and evaluation of care/support packages. Have supervisory responsibilities as required (e.g. work allocation) and may have some responsibility for service developments About us By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by; Supporting your career development and progression Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccinations every year Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met) We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people. Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum and pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 301-ME-25-7059714 Job locations Fenton Health Centre Glebedale Road Stoke on Trent ST4 3AQ Job description Job responsibilities To adhere to and apply the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards of proficiency, standards of conduct, performance and ethics, and the college of podiatry code of conduct and all other relevant guidance from the HCPC, and the Trust. To establish and maintain effective working relationships both within the Partnership Trust and with external organisations in order to meet service requirements and support and demonstrate the Trusts equality values. To assess new service user referrals and care/support needs. Assesses service users and formulates, develops, implements and evaluates programmes of treatment /care/support for individuals, families and carers. The care/support plans may include the following: Promoting independence/self management and maintaining safety Increased functional ability Improvement in health and wellbeing including mental health Interventions in disease/condition management Prevention and reducing of health inequalities Admission avoidance Early supported discharge Case management/ treatment/ care plans Palliative and end of life care To use professional knowledge and judgement to take into account the range of care/support packages and treatment options available. To consider each service users personal circumstances and preferences in order to implement and adjust programmes of care and intervention To maintain and develop skills and knowledge to deliver a range of interventions and set an example of good practice to other team members including skill sharing. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of the service user and their carers offering reassurance and empathy. This may be in regard to the nature/prognosis of their condition and implications of the same. To work with individuals and carers who may find it difficult to engage with the service or aspects of the service resulting in uncooperative or challenging behaviour that has to be managed. To use professional knowledge, skills and experience when working in changing environments and across professional boundaries. To maintain contemporaneous and accurate records as required by the Trust and in line with professional standards (i.e HCPC). This includes self management and supervision of identified team members, giving guidance and direction where appropriate. To take responsibility for the safe use and transportation of equipment between locations. To work in non-purpose built rooms involving the necessity to move furniture, therapy equipment etc. To ensure that the skills of identified team members are appropriately deployed and that care is delivered by staff with the relevant education, experience and competence To deliver a high standard of intervention, whilst managing the demands of unplanned aspects of the role using innovative problem solving techniques where appropriate. To provide advice to service users, carers and professionals regarding the management and care/support of service users. To provide professional and clinical support and leadership to identified team members To take accountability for allocated assessments, planning and implementation of care packages/ programmes of support within their caseload. Please refer to the JD/PS attached for further information on this role Job description Job responsibilities To adhere to and apply the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards of proficiency, standards of conduct, performance and ethics, and the college of podiatry code of conduct and all other relevant guidance from the HCPC, and the Trust. To establish and maintain effective working relationships both within the Partnership Trust and with external organisations in order to meet service requirements and support and demonstrate the Trusts equality values. To assess new service user referrals and care/support needs. Assesses service users and formulates, develops, implements and evaluates programmes of treatment /care/support for individuals, families and carers. The care/support plans may include the following: Promoting independence/self management and maintaining safety Increased functional ability Improvement in health and wellbeing including mental health Interventions in disease/condition management Prevention and reducing of health inequalities Admission avoidance Early supported discharge Case management/ treatment/ care plans Palliative and end of life care To use professional knowledge and judgement to take into account the range of care/support packages and treatment options available. To consider each service users personal circumstances and preferences in order to implement and adjust programmes of care and intervention To maintain and develop skills and knowledge to deliver a range of interventions and set an example of good practice to other team members including skill sharing. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of the service user and their carers offering reassurance and empathy. This may be in regard to the nature/prognosis of their condition and implications of the same. To work with individuals and carers who may find it difficult to engage with the service or aspects of the service resulting in uncooperative or challenging behaviour that has to be managed. To use professional knowledge, skills and experience when working in changing environments and across professional boundaries. To maintain contemporaneous and accurate records as required by the Trust and in line with professional standards (i.e HCPC). This includes self management and supervision of identified team members, giving guidance and direction where appropriate. To take responsibility for the safe use and transportation of equipment between locations. To work in non-purpose built rooms involving the necessity to move furniture, therapy equipment etc. To ensure that the skills of identified team members are appropriately deployed and that care is delivered by staff with the relevant education, experience and competence To deliver a high standard of intervention, whilst managing the demands of unplanned aspects of the role using innovative problem solving techniques where appropriate. To provide advice to service users, carers and professionals regarding the management and care/support of service users. To provide professional and clinical support and leadership to identified team members To take accountability for allocated assessments, planning and implementation of care packages/ programmes of support within their caseload. Please refer to the JD/PS attached for further information on this role Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Degree in Podiatry or equivalent Registration with HCPC Evidence of/willing to undertake post-registration training relevant to the post. Evidence of Continued professional development since graduation. EXPERIENCE Essential Relevant experience /placements to the role. Ability to manage time and caseload effectively. Desirable Experience of working in the in Community. Relevant placements including; musculoskeletal/orthopaedics, paediatrics, diabetes, rheumatology, nail surgery, dermatology and wound care. Working in a multidisciplinary team Supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impacts of disability. Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, HCPC standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults/Children SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES Essential Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post. Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, HCPC standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults/Children. Basic IT skills Initiate, and participate in networks and discussion groups Discharge and transfer individuals where appropriate Prioritise treatment and care for individuals according to their health status and needs Determine a treatment plan for an individual Provide clinical information to individuals Desirable Awareness of standardised assessment tools and outcome measures. Awareness of relevant NSF's and NICE guidance Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Degree in Podiatry or equivalent Registration with HCPC Evidence of/willing to undertake post-registration training relevant to the post. Evidence of Continued professional development since graduation. EXPERIENCE Essential Relevant experience /placements to the role. Ability to manage time and caseload effectively. Desirable Experience of working in the in Community. Relevant placements including; musculoskeletal/orthopaedics, paediatrics, diabetes, rheumatology, nail surgery, dermatology and wound care. Working in a multidisciplinary team Supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impacts of disability. Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, HCPC standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults/Children SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES Essential Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post. Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, HCPC standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults/Children. Basic IT skills Initiate, and participate in networks and discussion groups Discharge and transfer individuals where appropriate Prioritise treatment and care for individuals according to their health status and needs Determine a treatment plan for an individual Provide clinical information to individuals Desirable Awareness of standardised assessment tools and outcome measures. Awareness of relevant NSF's and NICE guidance 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Fenton Health Centre Glebedale Road Stoke on Trent ST4 3AQ Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)