Job Summary
We're looking for an enthusiastic Band 7 Podiatrist to join our dynamic team, working across both our specialist Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU) Clinic and our vascular ward. In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with our Lead Podiatrist on inpatient care, while contributing your expertise to our twice‑daily multidisciplinary DFU clinics.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and elevate inpatient podiatry services, driving best practice and delivering outstanding care to a high‑risk patient group. While our Lead Podiatrist also works across the emergency care quadrant, this role will focus on inpatient and DFU clinic work, helping to further enhance our service.
Alongside a supportive, welcoming team, you'll enjoy an exceptional quality of life in beautiful North Wales – from sweeping mountain views and stunning coastlines to endless walking trails, all just a short hop from the vibrant city of Chester.
Join us and make a real impact -- professionally and personally.
Responsibilities
Provide inpatient podiatry provision to patients with foot problems, supporting the clinical management of complex cases, empowering patients to self‑manage their conditions.
Support the development, implementation, delivery, and evaluation of best practice in podiatry, acting as a source of expertise and a clinical leader on multidisciplinary team meetings and twice‑daily DFU clinics.
Deliver seamless podiatric care across community and acute settings, ensuring continuity of care and appropriate hand‑over.
Provide training, supervision, and performance assessment of podiatry staff, demonstrating specialist knowledge and a high level of personal skill.
Maintain sound theoretical knowledge and evidence‑based practice, keeping abreast of professional developments.
Person Specification
Shortlisting Essential
* Degree or equivalent in podiatry
* Registered with HCPC
* Experience across a range of podiatry specialties
* Demonstrated effective leadership and management skills
Shortlisting Desirable
* Completion of diabetic foot module
* Ability to speak Welsh
Aptitude
* Ability to demonstrate the personal qualities and professional competencies required of all managers and leaders in line with local competence frameworks, as evidenced in day‑to‑day work and through discussion at PADR.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board and this role are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud of their "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Applications will be considered without regard to gender, race, disability or other protected characteristic.
Job Details
* Band: 7
* Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Location: Glan Clwyd Hospital, Rhuddlan Road, Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ
* Reference number: 050‑AHP272‑1225
* Date posted: 22 December 2025
Recruitment Process
Please ensure your email account is regularly checked. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.
Work Eligibility
Applicants requiring skilled worker sponsorship are welcome. Any applicant must hold current UK professional registration.
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