Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a podiatry apprentice to join our friendly and committed team at NELFT. The Diabetes Foot Protection Service will work in collaboration with Plymouth University to support one person through the Podiatry Apprenticeship course. The programme is a fully funded route towards qualification as a HCPC registered Podiatrist. The degree apprenticeship duration is 2 - 4 years dependent on entry level. On successful completion of the Podiatry degree individuals will progress to a band 5 role. Podiatrists are registered Allied Healthcare Professionals, specialising in the lower limb. Podiatrists provide high quality clinical care to people of all ages. Their role is to protect people's feet, with opportunities to work in a range of environments and specialities. Podiatry is a rewarding and varied profession. It is suited to individuals who wish to develop practical and intellectual skills to improve patient outcomes, andwho are passionate about wanting to make a real difference in the care that they provide. The newly formed Diabetes Foot Protection Service, provides podiatry services across the Barking & Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge (BHR). The population that we serve are multi-cultural and diverse. We work closely with the Community Podiatry teams improving patient outcomes and helping our residents reduce the risk of developing active limb-threatening or life-threatening diabetic foot problems. Main duties of the job The successful candidate would be employed full-time at band 3 level and supported throughout their training by an established podiatry team. During the apprenticeship 60% of the working week will be as podiatry support worker. Competencies will be gained in providing foot assessments and basic footcare to high-risk patients. This will be undertaken in both clinical and domiciliary settings. Supervised sessions in biomechanics, wound care and nail surgery will also be undertaken. 20% of the work contract will be accessing online learning materials per week provided by Plymouth University and 20% of the work contract occurs in supervised clinical practice. It is important to note that adherence to both the educational demands of the course and clinical aspect are required to complete the apprenticeship. Applicants must have GCSE minimum grade C/4 (or accepted equivalent) in mathematics and English, GCSE minimum grade C/4 in a science subject and the equivalent of 2 - 3 'A' levels to be considered. Applicants must be currently and lawfully resident in the UK for the last 3 years. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the planned apprenticeship. Applicants must not be undertaking any other government funded training programme. The successful candidate will be working within agreed local care pathways, codes of practice and professional standards, and specifically embedding clinical quality guidelines. About us Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focussing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff). High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,551 to a maximum of £5,735). Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year plus 15% HCLA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 395-HV006-25 Job locations Chadwell Heath Health Centre Romford RM6 6RT Job description Job responsibilities Detailed Job Description and Main responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application. We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage. References Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. You must provide professional email addresses for all referees as we will contact them as soon as an offer has been made. Please note we do not request references prior to interviews. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. All applications made through NHS Jobs account will be processed by TRAC System. Please note that some emails may go to your spam/junk mailbox so make sure you check this regularly. Use of AI Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability. Job description Job responsibilities Detailed Job Description and Main responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application. We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage. References Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. You must provide professional email addresses for all referees as we will contact them as soon as an offer has been made. Please note we do not request references prior to interviews. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. All applications made through NHS Jobs account will be processed by TRAC System. Please note that some emails may go to your spam/junk mailbox so make sure you check this regularly. Use of AI Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oWillingness to complete Level 6 modern apprenticeship in Podiatry in partnership with an agreed university and have suitable qualifications to meet the entry requirements GCSE minimum grade C/4 (or accepted equivalent) in mathematics and English, GCSE minimum grade C/4 in a science subject and the equivalent of 2 - 3 'A' levels Applicants must not be undertaking any other government funded training programme Desirable oBackground in Healthcare Experience Essential oUnderstanding the role of a Podiatrist and Podiatry assistant in context of the team and organisation and how role may contribute to service development oUnderstanding of the demands of studying part-time alongside employment oExperience of working with members of the public oAbility to perform treatments in a variety of settings such as clinics, patient's homes and hospital sites Desirable oExperience of working within an NHS setting oExperience of health education Knowledge Essential oAbility to work under pressure and to meet deadlines oWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook) oCommitment to Equality and Valuing Diversity Principles oKnowledge of Podiatry Desirable oKnowledge of Trust Values and Mission Statement other Essential oAbility to complete apprenticeship work outside paid working hours oPhysically capable of performing the roles and responsibilities expected of the post holder oAbility to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively oGood communications skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential oWillingness to complete Level 6 modern apprenticeship in Podiatry in partnership with an agreed university and have suitable qualifications to meet the entry requirements GCSE minimum grade C/4 (or accepted equivalent) in mathematics and English, GCSE minimum grade C/4 in a science subject and the equivalent of 2 - 3 'A' levels Applicants must not be undertaking any other government funded training programme Desirable oBackground in Healthcare Experience Essential oUnderstanding the role of a Podiatrist and Podiatry assistant in context of the team and organisation and how role may contribute to service development oUnderstanding of the demands of studying part-time alongside employment oExperience of working with members of the public oAbility to perform treatments in a variety of settings such as clinics, patient's homes and hospital sites Desirable oExperience of working within an NHS setting oExperience of health education Knowledge Essential oAbility to work under pressure and to meet deadlines oWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook) oCommitment to Equality and Valuing Diversity Principles oKnowledge of Podiatry Desirable oKnowledge of Trust Values and Mission Statement other Essential oAbility to complete apprenticeship work outside paid working hours oPhysically capable of performing the roles and responsibilities expected of the post holder oAbility to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively oGood communications skills 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. Employer details Employer name NELFT North East London Foundation Trust Address Chadwell Heath Health Centre Romford RM6 6RT Employer's website https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)