Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Advanced Podiatrist
The closing date is 04 February 2026
We are looking for someone to join us that has a strong team spirit and a passion to drive innovative practice and be involved with health education and training events.
You will provide supervisory, training and leadership responsibilities where appropriate and will have some responsibility for team performance and service developments/improvements and demonstrate initiative and creativity in finding solutions to problems.
You may be required to deputise for the Podiatry Clinical Lead in a professional capacity as required along with supporting and overseeing excellent podiatry practice through mentorship and day to day guidance to team members and other professionals.
We are able to offer both full time (37.5 hours per week) and part time roles within the service, working flexibly across a variety of locations across the Trust. We would also consider a development opportunity, with a structured process in place to support you meeting the requirements of this fantastic position in the team. You will be required to travel independently over a large geographical area and ideally have a driving licence and access to suitable transport to meet the requirements of the role.
Main duties of the job
This is a dynamic role that requires you to work closely with uni/multi-disciplinary teams/agencies in addressing a range of care/support issues across the spectrum of conditions, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of those within our care.
As part of this role, you will be expected to:
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships both within the organisation and with external organisations to meet service requirements and support whilst demonstrating Trust's values.
* Lead the management of complex cases within the field of diabetes / wound management, supporting other staff and co‑working when needed.
* Undertake assessments, working with service users to develop needs and outcome focussed treatment/support plans. Assess service users and formulate, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of treatment /care/support for individuals, families and carers.
* Provide advice and support others including co‑working cases with the less experienced and unregistered staff. Participate in and support staff to apply eligibility criterion and quality assurance processes.
About us
Come and work with us at our award‑winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and responsibilities
* The post holder will be part of the Podiatry Service acting as an advanced podiatrist in the field of diabetes /wound management and will work in a variety of settings.
* This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with uni/multi-disciplinary teams/agencies in addressing a range of care/support issues across the spectrum of conditions, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served. The nature of the service will be determined by local service specifications.
* To adhere to and apply the Health and Care Professions Councils (HCPC) standards of proficiency and code of ethics and professional conduct and all other relevant guidance from the HCPC, College of Podiatry and the Partnership Trust.
* To be professionally accountable and responsible for all aspects of own work.
* To establish and maintain effective working relationships both within the organisation and with external organisations in order to meet service requirements and support whilst demonstrating Trusts values.
* To take a lead in the management of complex cases within the field of diabetes / wound management, supporting other staff and co‑working when needed.
* To undertake assessments, working with service users to develop needs and outcome focussed treatment/support plans. Assess service users and formulate, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of treatment /care/support for individuals, families and carers.
* Provide advice and support others including co‑working cases with the less experienced and unregistered staff. Participate in and support staff to apply eligibility criterion and quality assurance processes.
* The specialist care/support plans may include the following:
o Promoting independence/self‑management and maintaining safety
o Increased functional ability
o Improvement in health and wellbeing including mental health
o Support disease management
o Prevention and reduction of health inequalities
* To use advanced expert knowledge and judgement to take into account the range of care/support packages and treatment options available. To consider each service user’s personal circumstances and preferences in order to implement and adjust programmes of care and intervention.
* To provide teaching/training in specialist area to the wider workforce, this may include day to day advice, mentorship and guidance to all staff commensurate with their level of experience and skills.
* To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of the service user and their carers offering reassurance and empathy, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information. This may be in regard to the nature/prognosis of their condition and implications of the same including managing any conflict that may arise.
* To work with individuals and carers who may find it difficult to engage with the service which may result in uncooperative or challenging behaviour. To use a communicative and partnership approach to the sharing of information, ethical dilemmas, risk management and contingency planning.
* To use and provide expert professional knowledge, skills and expertise when working in changing environments and across professional boundaries acting as a resource for multi‑disciplinary teams. To maintain contemporaneous and accurate records in line with professional standards (e.g. HCPC) and support identified team members giving guidance and direction where appropriate.
* To ensure that the skills of identified team members are appropriately deployed and that care is delivered by staff with the relevant education, expertise and competence.
* To deliver a high standard of intervention, whilst managing the demands of unplanned aspects of the role using innovative problem solving techniques. Advising the Operational Lead on issues relating to quality and performance, responding to complaints and reporting on findings and practice.
* To provide professional and clinical support and leadership. Support identification of training needs of staff and encouraging practitioners to develop skills in:
o Critical thinking and reflective practice
o Excellence in practice
o Specialist knowledge and research based practice
o Encourage a culture of professional curiosity.
o Promoting excellence in practice
o Specialist knowledge and research based/evidence informed practice
* Through advanced knowledge and continuing professional development, champion effective diabetes / wound management.
* To take accountability for the quality and cost effectiveness of allocated assessments, planning and implementation of care packages/programmes of support/intervention within the team and their own caseload as required.
* To be involved with and be prepared to take the lead in clinical audit/research for area of advanced practice and participate in and support clinical audit.
* To contribute to and actively promote the implementation, development and upholding of policies, procedures, guidelines and directives, along with relevant statutory measures and governmental directives.
* To contribute to service/policy development through active membership on working parties or professional forums. To be aware of national and local policy that impacts upon the health and wellbeing of service users with complex care/support needs.
* To have highly developed physical skills, precision hand/eye coordination which involves highly skilled debridement techniques of acute/chronic, neuropathic and ischaemic wounds often for prolonged periods.
* For further information, please refer to the attached JD/PS
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
* Degree level relevant professional qualification or equivalent.
* Registration with HCPC.
* Relevant Post Graduate studies/qualification or equivalent clinical courses within area of clinical expertise.
* Up to date field work/pre-registration student training.
* Masters qualification in relevant area that will support the delivery of the service.
* If not already obtained, a commitment to undertaking masters level modules.
* Further clinical study relevant to clinical practice such as management of long term conditions.
* Attendance at relevant forums e.g Special Interest Groups.
EXPERIENCE
* Significant experience in the clinical specialism.
* Supporting service users, families and carers.
* Experience of negotiation and conflict management and in clinical situations.
* Experience of leading and / or participation in clinical audit or service evaluation.
* Experience of supervision and development of staff members.
* Experience in a broad range of clinical practice areas in addition to a specialism.
* Evidence of project work.
* Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
* Experience of working in an integrated team.
* Significant experience of managing and implementing change.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
* Evidence of expert/advanced clinical knowledge relevant to the post.
* Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, HCPC standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.
* Knowledge of relevant NICE guidance and professional standards specific to Podiatry and relevant advanced practice.
* Knowledge within the legislative framework for Podiatry Practice. Understanding of wider NHS agenda and its application to the local context.
* The necessary competencies required to undertake this role are derived from Skills for Health and aligned to National Occupational Standards.
* Ability to manage time and clinical commitments.
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.
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum and per rota
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