Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The "must haves" for you to be considered for this role:
1. Degree level qualification in podiatry (or equivalent) & Registration with the HCPC as a podiatrist
2. Local anaesthetic certificate
3. Car driver & possess full UK driver's license or evidence of ability to travel to designated base & other sites; ability to travel independently between multiple sites to fulfil the requirements of the position
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential criteria
* HPC Registered Podiatrist (DPodM or BSc)
* Local Anaesthetic Certificate
* Post-graduate education / qualification in Podiatry
* IT Training
* Motivational interview training
Desirable criteria
* Independent Prescriber
Previous Experience
Essential criteria
* At least 3 years' experience at a senior level
* Experience of supervising and managing less experienced staff
* Experienced in the provision of high risk treatments and diabetic assessments.
* Working independently as a team member
* Working as part of a team
* Awareness of current NHS trends and policies, including clinical governance and NSF's
* Awareness of Health and Safety
Knowledge and skills
Essential criteria
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent organisational skills
* Demonstrate the ability to critically appraise
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to use negotiating, counselling and motivational skills.
* Record keeping skills
* Proficient in IT skills
* Understanding of the clinical governance agenda
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
* Confidentiality and record keeping knowledge
* Report writing skills
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
* Ability to travel to multiple sites
* Flexible
* Ability to make decisions using reliable evidence
These are the values that we live by at Berkshire Healthcare:
* Caring for and about you is our top priority
* Committed to providing good quality, safe services
* working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Please find attached the behaviour framework that underpins these values for this job role.
At Berkshire Healthcare, we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.
Watch our careers video to learn more.
We welcome talent from all backgrounds and offer guaranteed interviews to disabled applicants and armed forces community members who meet the minimum criteria.
Please note we may close positions before the advertised date.
If you need help with your application, please contact us on recruitment.enquiries@berkshire.nhs.uk
Once you have applied, please check your email regularly for updates. All appointments are subject to NHS Employment Checks, and false information may result in withdrawal of offers. For information on how we store your information, please review our privacy statement.
No agencies, please.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Documents to download
* Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 424.4KB)
* Value Based Recruitment Behaviour Framework (PDF, 454.9KB)
* Working for us (PDF, 766.8KB)
* Please Read - Help with your application form (PDF, 280.8KB)
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