Specialist Podiatrist

Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen in the team. Permanent position - 37.5 hours per week. Involving work in both health centres and out in the community in patient's homes, care homes and local hospitals. The team covers parts of Kidderminster, Bromsgrove and surrounding area. We manage complex patients with foot ulcers through comprehensive musculoskeletal and vascular assessments. The ideal candidate will be a team player, committed to providing high quality patient care with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Enthusiastic, highly motivated and a strong work ethic is most desirable. You will be confident in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of the lower limb, with a sound knowledge of disease processes relating to the foot and lower limb of all types of patient groups. The ability to network, liaise and build relationships with other health care professionals would be highly advantageous. Knowledge of basic MSK and competence with nail surgery is also a requirement for the role. You will have the opportunity to take part in nail surgery on a rota basis and there are opportunities for shadowing and working with the Multi -Disciplinary Foot Team and the MSK specialist team to further advance skills and knowledge base. Flexible/part time role may be considered. Applicants must read the attached guidance notes before submitting your application for full understanding of Trust requirements. Main duties of the job Actively manage treatment programmes in line with care planning and discharge guidelines. Identify when patients need referrals to other professionals or specialist areas, following agreed pathways. Perform nail surgery (undertaking procedures under supervision if not already proficient). Participate in rotations in areas such as nail surgery, diabetes and vascular care. Arrange for offloading orthoses, pressure-relieving insoles, and shoe inserts as needed. About us At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer; 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours Flexible and agile working opportunities Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support Wide range of supportive staff networks Health and wellbeing opportunities If you would like to know more, please visit our website Staff benefits | Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust Sharing your data - As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data to pursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey from you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained interest in working for the Trust. Details Date posted 13 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 798-8364978 Job locations Kidderminster Health Centre Bromsgrove Street Kidderminster DY10 1PG United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached. Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.