Community Podiatrist
Job summary
The Podiatry Service at Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation NHS Trust (WCHC) has an exciting opportunity for dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic newly/recently qualified podiatrists to join our committed and friendly team.
As a newly/recently qualified podiatrist you will be supported by our experienced team of podiatrists, podiatry assistants and admin support staff. Together we will build on the experience and knowledge you have already gained to enable you to safely assess and treat a wide range of complex podiatry conditions for patients with a variety of other clinical needs, including: acute or chronic, neuropathies, chronic diseases, vascular problems, wound management and nail surgery.
Main duties of the job
WCHC is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation. We work closely with our local acute Trust to support their high-risk diabetic out-patient clinics and there will be opportunities to shadow and develop your skills in this area. We also manufacture our own insoles using state of the art CAD-CAM technology and pressure mapping technology as well as developing new pathways and services to improve patient experience and outcomes.
Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a podiatrist (or on qualification), you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with GPs and other healthcare professionals. Good IT skills are essential as the role requires working across a range of clinical systems.
We will provide a fully structured induction programme and weactively support CPD and personal development for all staff and we will provide opportunities to develop within the role.
The Podiatry Service is delivered from a number of community clinics, GP practices as well as nursing homes and domiciliary settings across Wirral, therefore you must have access to your own transport for work purposes.
Wirral has excellent transport links to North Wales, Liverpool, Manchester, as well as the historic city of Chester.
About us
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by CQC (Dec 2023) with some outstanding areas.
As an aspiring outstanding Trust we have numerous policies and procedures in place which provide standard organisational ways of working, in line with organisational objectives, relevant legislation and requirements. Policies allow for continuity and consistency within the Trust. Employees must abide by and adhere to all Wirral Community NHS Trust's policies, at all times.
Details
Date posted
11 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
844-7670541
Job locations
St. Catherine's Health Centre
Derby Road
Birkenhead
CH420LQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for full details of the roles and responsibilities associated with the role.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for full details of the roles and responsibilities associated with the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Podiatry degree of equivalent qualification
- Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Podiatrist
- Local Anaesthetic certificate
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical experience gained as an undergraduate or post graduate clinician
- Up to date portfolio of continued professional development
Desirable
- Broad clinical experience gained in an NHS podiatry setting
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage own time and determine priorities
- Computer literate
- Highly developed organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
- Punctuality and reliability
- Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to empathise with others
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Podiatry degree of equivalent qualification
- Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Podiatrist
- Local Anaesthetic certificate
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical experience gained as an undergraduate or post graduate clinician
- Up to date portfolio of continued professional development
Desirable
- Broad clinical experience gained in an NHS podiatry setting
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage own time and determine priorities
- Computer literate
- Highly developed organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
- Punctuality and reliability
- Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to empathise with others
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 informationDisclosure 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
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St. Catherine's Health Centre
Derby Road
Birkenhead
CH420LQ
Employer's website
https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St. Catherine's Health Centre
Derby Road
Birkenhead
CH420LQ
Employer's website
Salary range
- £31,049 - £37,796 per year