We are pleased to offer this post within NHS Dumfries & Galloway Podiatry team for a trained Podiatrist to develop advanced MSK, wound prevention and injection therapy skills while supporting succession planning for a highly specialist role.
Based in Mountainhall Treatment Centre, Dumfries and working in rural areas of Dumfries and Galloway, this part‑time (25.2 hours per week) post is fixed term from 1 June 2026 to 21 May 2027.
We are seeking a motivated and forward‑thinking Podiatrist to join our Community Outpatient Podiatry Service as a Band 6 Specialist with a focus on MSK podiatry, prevention of wound development or recurrence, and advanced clinical skill development.
You will work closely with high specialist clinicians and the wider MDT to ensure safe succession planning and continuity of specialist podiatric expertise.
You will contribute to the management of patients at risk of high‑risk wounds, supporting early identification and prevention, reducing recurrence, and helping avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. The role includes active involvement with the Rheumatology MDT, Generalist clinicians, Tissue Viability, and wound care specialists.
The postholder will also play a key role in supporting and mentoring junior Podiatrists and HCSWs, contributing to skill development, safe delegation and improvement of care pathways.
What We Offer
* Structured development programme towards Band 6 MSK/Wound Care practice
* Training in injection therapy and ultrasound use in MSK podiatry
* Direct mentorship from a highly specialist MSK Podiatrist
* Access to cross‑disciplinary learning via Rheumatology and MDTs Diabetes/Vascular
* A supportive, innovative Community Outpatient Podiatry Service
* Opportunities to contribute to audits, service development and policy implementation
What We’re Looking For
* HCPC registered Podiatrist (BSc or DPodM)
* Strong Band 5/6 experience, including MSK and/or wound care exposure
* Interest in advanced MSK podiatry and clinical skill development
* Commitment to wound prevention and tissue health
* Ability to supervise Band 5 colleagues and HCSWs
* Able to travel independently across the region
We would be delighted to hear from you. For informal enquiries, please contact:
Lesley Brown lesley.brown13@nhs.scot
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As of 1st April 2026 the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours per week; part‑time hours will be reduced pro‑rata. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will offset the change, so pay will not be affected.
Equality and Diversity
NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Dumfries and Galloway welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
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