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Site Watling Community Clinic Town London Salary £44,485 - £52,521 per annum inclusive of HCAS (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 26/03/2026 23:59
Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)
At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.
Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.
We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.
Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.
Job overview
Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist
Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is delighted to be recruiting for a Band 6 Specialist Podiatrists to join our inclusive and supportive team in Barnet:
* 0.8 WTE– ideal for candidates seeking a flexible working pattern
* Flexible working options are available for both posts, supporting a healthy work–life balance and welcoming applicants with diverse needs and commitments.
This is an exciting time to join us. We are continuing to build on existing models of care while introducing new, innovative ways of working. Over the next 12 months, our transformation plans include deeper integration with primary care, strengthening both planned and unplanned care pathways, and placing greater emphasis on population health. All of this is underpinned by the support and leadership of a forward-thinking Senior Management Team.
As part of our dynamic team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to shaping future services and to play a meaningful role in enhancing patient experiences across the community.
You will deliver person-centred clinical care while working collaboratively across the service, and provide day-to-day professional leadership to ensure consistently high standards of care.
Main duties of the job
* To provide specialised treatments with the appropriate skills and knowledge
* To autonomously assess and diagnose patients
* To have the ability to assess patients with very high risk factors
* To create and implement tailored treatment and specialised care plans
* To adopt a problem solving approach, engaging patients and carers in their treatment plan
* To provide general and specialist foot health advice
* To carry out regular Nail Surgery sessions on a rotational basis
* To liaise with members of the wider multidisciplinary team
* To have a high level of focus and concentration necessary to work in an environment of interruptions and distractions while simultaneously performing complicated and physically demanding treatment
* To delegate care in appropriate circumstances to Podiatry assistants
* To maintain accurate patient records including assessment and treatment plans
* Ensure that the condition of clinical rooms are maintained in accordance with infection control and the Podiatry service guidelines
* To be involved in developing clinical standards and protocols of care in line with community and service needs
These roles are ideal for motivated clinicians who are committed to inclusive, community-based care and who want to develop their skills within a progressive and welcoming service.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We look forward to welcoming applicants who are passionate about making a positive impact in Barnet’s diverse communities.
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
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Person specification
Education/Qualification
* Diploma/Degree in Podiatric medicine (or the equivalent)
* Registration with HCPC
* Certificate in Local Anaesthesia
* Knowledge of recent developments in NHS
* Knowledge of Evidence based practice
* Evidence of personal development
* Knowledge of NMC code of professional conduct
* Willingness to undertake further training and qualifications to enhance clinical skill base
* Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
* Relevant courses in Long Term Conditions Management
* Course of Top to Toe examination/ diagnosis Experience
* Willing to undertake Clinical Practice teaching course within 2 years in post.
Experience
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience at band 5 Specialist Podiatrist level
* Substantial experience as District Nurse Caseload manager/Team leader
* Knowledge of the lower limb complications associated with Diabetes
* Management of a team and proven leadership ability. Understanding of Management responsibilities and boundaries
* Management of change within a complex environment
* Experience of teaching others/junior staff
* Knowledge of negotiation skills
* Evidence of expertise in clinical skills
* Experience of participating in investigation/ management of complaints
* Evidence of participating in clinical audits and quality in the workplace knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply all relevant ECS and professional policies, procedures, and guidelines.
* Evidence of working with multi-disciplinary teams across NHS settings
* Proven clinical skills at Senior Community Podiatry level. Having Current Competencies in all clinical skills relevant to district podiatry and holistic assessment of patients and carers needs
* Understanding of current political and policy context in Primary Health Care
* Good understanding of the government agenda for community podiatry.
* Good understanding of NHS 10 Year plan
Skills & Knowledge
* Specialist experience in full breadth of podiatric treatment modalities
* Experience of holding a domiciliary caseload
* Experience of treating High risk diabetic patients
* Experience of nail surgery
* Highly developed level of skill and manual dexterity
* IT skills – MS Office package, Email, SystmOne, Mobile, ability to search internet and intrane
* Produce data for reports as required
* Experience of Biomechanics gait analysis and orthotics
* Ability to plan and deliver key objectives within strict timetables
* Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team working, interpersonal skills and written and verbal skills, importance of a positive “can do” attitude and a positive attitude to change
* Ability to constructively challenge the ‘norm’ to bring about positive changes to improve the patient’s experience
Other
* Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
* Awareness of equal opportunities/equal access
* Understanding of national infection control guidance
Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close before the advertised date. Please apply promptly if you meet the Person Specification.
Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted.
Interview details will be emailed after the closing date—please check your email regularly.
CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:
• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.
We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.
Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your applications on time to avoid disappointment.
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