Specialist Podiatrist

North Cumbria Integrated Care; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Specialist Podiatrist. Responsibilities include triaging podiatric problems and managing patient care. Candidates should have a B6 qualification, experience in podiatry, and strong interpersonal skills. This role offers development opportunities and a competitive benefits package, including NHS discounts and a pension scheme.

Benefits

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working scheme

NHS discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Competitive NHS pension scheme

Peer support and clinical supervision

Confidential counselling service

Qualifications

• B6 podiatrist (or equivalent) with high interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Experience with advanced specialist podiatry, biomechanics, and nail surgery.

Responsibilities

• Triage and treat a variety of podiatric problems.
• Provide foot health education to patients and stakeholders.
• Manage workload and provide clinical supervision to less experienced podiatrists.
• Implement individual treatment plans for conditions, wound management, and nail surgery.
• Discharge patients following established criteria.
• Deliver educational packages to podiatry colleagues.

Job description

Position Overview

Specialist Podiatrist at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, located in the scenic Lake District Fells. The department has been shortlisted for the CAHPO awards 2025 for digital innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Triage and treat a variety of podiatric problems, including high‑risk, biomechanics and nail surgery caseloads.
• Provide foot health education to patients and stakeholders.
• Prioritise and manage workload; provide clinical supervision to less experienced podiatrists and podiatry assistants.
• Implement individual treatment plans for long‑term, neurological, vascular conditions, wound management/sharp debridement, biomechanical assessment, manufacture of orthoses and nail surgery.
• Discharge patients following established criteria.
• Deliver educational packages to podiatry colleagues and the wider healthcare team.
• Uphold North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust values and contribute to a positive patient experience.

Qualifications & Experience

B6 podiatrist (or equivalent) with high interpersonal and organisational skills, a sense of humour, and team focus. Experience with advanced specialist podiatry, biomechanics and nail surgery is required.

Professional Development

Opportunities to develop specialist skills through close links with the multidisciplinary diabetic foot team and the North Cumbria MSK service.

Benefits

• 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years.
• Flexible working scheme.
• NHS discounts.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including lease cars and cycle‑to‑work.
• Competitive NHS pension scheme.
• Peer support, regular clinical supervision and continued professional development.
• Vivup – a free, confidential counselling and information service.

Core Values

• Being a clinically‑led organisation.
• Quality and safety at the heart of the Trust.
• Providing a positive patient experience every time.
• Being a great place to work.
• Managing our money well.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and fostering an inclusive and compassionate workplace.

Visa & Sponsorship

Due to recent government changes, Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa may not be offered if the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not on the updated Immigration Salary List. Applicants must check their eligibility before applying. Those who do not meet the criteria will not be progressed.

Disability Confident & Armed Forces

Applicants under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant who meet all essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Employment Type

Contract.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level.

Application Process

Submit evidence of meeting all essential criteria in your supporting information. The role may close earlier than the listed date, so apply promptly. Selected candidates will receive interview invitations via email within two weeks of the closing date.

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