Community Podiatrist/Specialist Podiatrist
Job summary
Are you ready to make a real difference to peoples lives while enjoying a fantastic work-life balance on the beautiful Isle of Man? Manx Care is recruiting two Podiatrists, either at Band 5 or Band 6 (Specialist) to join our supportive and forward-thinking team. Youll provide high-quality, evidence-based podiatric care across a variety of settings, helping patients manage complex conditions such as diabetes, vascular disease and wound care, while supporting independence and mobility.
Main duties of the job
Whether youre newly qualified and keen to develop through our structured preceptorship programme (Band 5), or an experienced practitioner ready to advance your expertise (Band 6), we offer excellent CPD opportunities, professional supervision and a generous relocation package. If you have any questions get in touch today, or if this sounds like the job for you, apply today!
About us
By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.
Details
Date posted
02 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£40,794 to £54,479 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
MCX-022694
Job locations
Central Community Health Centre
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM1 4QA
Job description
Job responsibilities
A workplace that invests in you
Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.
Be promoted to Band 6 within 2 years. The Band 5 Annex T posts are development posts where you will undergo a period of preceptorship with the aim of gaining the competencies required to fulfil a Band 6 position. During this period you will be assessed and if you meet the competencies there will be an increase in your salary as you progress up to Band 6.
A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.
Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.
Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.
Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.
A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment. To find out more about our relocation package click here.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
A workplace that invests in you
Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.
Be promoted to Band 6 within 2 years. The Band 5 Annex T posts are development posts where you will undergo a period of preceptorship with the aim of gaining the competencies required to fulfil a Band 6 position. During this period you will be assessed and if you meet the competencies there will be an increase in your salary as you progress up to Band 6.
A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.
Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.
Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state of the art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.
Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.
A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment. To find out more about our relocation package click here.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Podiatric Medicine or Pre 1993 Diploma in Podiatric Medicine.
- Certificate of local analgesia/Poms A.
- Registration with HCPC.
- Full valid driving licence.
- Satisfactory Police Check.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Podiatric Medicine or Pre 1993 Diploma in Podiatric Medicine.
- Certificate of local analgesia/Poms A.
- Registration with HCPC.
- Full valid driving licence.
- Satisfactory Police Check.
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
Manx Care
Address
Central Community Health Centre
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM1 4QA
Employer's website
https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Manx Care
Address
Central Community Health Centre
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM1 4QA
Employer's website
https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)
Salary range
- £40,794 - £54,479 per year