Podiatrist
Closing date: 6 May 2026.
No agencies please.
The Newcastle Podiatry Department is inviting applications for a 9‑month fixed term position as Band 5 Podiatrist. This is a full‑time opportunity that will provide a strong foundation for a career in NHS podiatry.
Main duties
We are looking for a self‑motivated, responsible and caring individual, who must be well‑organised and demonstrate a professional attitude.
The successful applicant will work across several community podiatry clinics, be expected to do home visits and provide treatments in care home settings. The role is facilitated by a team of experienced podiatrists and podiatry support staff, providing support to improve professional knowledge, skills and competencies.
The caseload is variable, with a high‑risk cohort including many patients with diabetes and other underlying health conditions. Band 5 staff are expected to undertake a rotation programme into diabetes, nail surgery and biomechanics, learning from senior clinicians in order to maximise their undergraduate skills.
Expectations include following trust and departmental policies and procedures, working within the clinical governance framework, and communicating with carers and other health professionals to optimise patient care.
Job responsibilities
* Work as part of a highly motivated team in a variety of locations, supported with supervision and mentorship until competencies are completed; with a view to autonomous working including assessment and treatment of a range of podiatry patients.
* Provide an efficient, effective and consistent high‑quality podiatry service for Newcastle Hospitals Community Health.
* Ensure that service delivery is patient‑centred and reflects current and future developments within podiatry and associated areas.
Qualifications & Education
* Diploma or degree in podiatry.
* State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as POM‑A for prescribing medicines.
* Clean UK driving licence.
* Registered with HCPC for POM‑S supply of medicines.
Knowledge & Experience
* Experience dealing with a varied caseload of patients.
* Critical and reflective practice.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Evidence of relevant self‑directed learning.
Skills & Abilities
* Use of a range of podiatric clinical skills.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Analytical skills.
* Ability to manage non‑compliance or conflict.
* High level of manual dexterity for scalpel use and sharp debridement during treatments.
* Accepts responsibility for own health and wellbeing to perform the scope of the role.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
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