Job summary It is an exciting time to join our Podiatry team in Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust and we are seeking a full time Band 6 Podiatrist to join us as we continue to build upon existing models and introduce new ways of working. Our transformation plans over the next 12 months will include developing further joint working with community working. The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated team, providing a high standard of clinical care. To be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of Podiatric care to a variety of patients with a wide range of clinical needs. Care will be provided in a range of settings. (community, acute, patients' home, GP surgeries, nursing homes, community and hospital based mental health, Across Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale & Craven. Experience of working with the high risk foot and knowledge of biomechanics is preferred. This is a generic Band 6 role with opportunities to develop in specialist areas. Main duties of the job To be part of a highly motivated team, providing a high standard of clinical care. To be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of Podiatric care to a variety of patients with a wide range of clinical needs. Care will be provided in a range ofsettings. (community, acute, patients' home, GP surgeries, nursing homes, community and hospital based mental health) About us Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: - We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including : Increase mileage rates for > 3500 A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities Plus many more. We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities. The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 453-24-6766713 Job locations New Mill Victoria Road Saltaire BD18 3LD Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role. Right to Work in the UK Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status. Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period. As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role. Right to Work in the UK Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status. Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period. As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC REGISTERED, Podiatry Degree/Diploma Local Anesthesia Administration Certificate Desirable Masters Level Qualification or equivalent experience Knowledge Essential High standard of Podiatric Knowledge, Specialist knowledge in the high risk patient and some biomechanics knowledge To participate in regular CPD Understanding of current NHS AHP guidelines Ability to interpret and adopt NICE guidelines that are appropriate for the local service. Desirable Ability to problem solve Skills Essential Analyse and interpret results and assessments within the scope of practice. Understanding of complex foot pathologies and complex needs of patients. Ability to adapt and change at short notice and willingness to travel across the whole area. Desirable Critical analysis/evaluation skills Computer and PowerPoint skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC REGISTERED, Podiatry Degree/Diploma Local Anesthesia Administration Certificate Desirable Masters Level Qualification or equivalent experience Knowledge Essential High standard of Podiatric Knowledge, Specialist knowledge in the high risk patient and some biomechanics knowledge To participate in regular CPD Understanding of current NHS AHP guidelines Ability to interpret and adopt NICE guidelines that are appropriate for the local service. Desirable Ability to problem solve Skills Essential Analyse and interpret results and assessments within the scope of practice. Understanding of complex foot pathologies and complex needs of patients. Ability to adapt and change at short notice and willingness to travel across the whole area. Desirable Critical analysis/evaluation skills Computer and PowerPoint 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. 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. 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 Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust Address New Mill Victoria Road Saltaire BD18 3LD Employer's website https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)