Podiatrist

Fixed term/ Secondment opportunity for 24 months due to improvement in service delivery.

• Secondment Opportunity – Existing permanent employees must first discuss this opportunity with their substantive line manager and complete the secondment request form prior to interview. The secondment request form and the associated secondment policy can be found on the HR/Recruitment intranet pages and must be completed and signed by the substantive line manager. The Candidate should then take it with them to interview as confirmation that an agreement has been granted.
  
  

An Exciting Opportunity to Join NHS Forth Valley Podiatry

NHS Forth Valley is seeking two enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Podiatrists to join our friendly and progressive Podiatry Service on a fixed-term basis for 24 months.

These posts have been established to support service recovery, reduce waiting times and improve access to care across Forth Valley, whilst supporting the reintroduction and expansion of preventative and high-risk foot care services.

As a Band 5 Podiatrist, you will manage a varied caseload and deliver high-quality assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients with a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions. You will work across a variety of clinical settings including health centres, community clinics, care homes and patients' homes, supported by experienced clinicians and a strong multidisciplinary team.

The service provides care for patients across all age groups and includes management of high-risk patients with diabetes, vascular disease, neurological conditions, rheumatological disorders and complex foot pathology.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who

• Hold a BSc (Hons) Degree in Podiatry or equivalent qualification.
• Are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Hold, or are working towards, a Local Anaesthetic Certificate.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are committed to person-centred care and continuous professional development.
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post.
  
  

What We Can Offer

• A supportive learning environment with structured supervision and mentorship.
• Opportunities to develop skills across core and specialist podiatry services.
• Access to continuing professional development and clinical training.
• Experience working within a progressive NHS podiatry service focused on innovation, quality improvement and patient-centred care.
• Flexible working opportunities in line with service requirements.
  
  

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries are encouraged and welcomed, please contact Podiatry Team Leads, Fiona Redding fiona.redding@nhs.scot or Debbie Cannan debbie.cannan@nhs.scot on 01324 567950.

Informal visits to the service can be arranged.

Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post.

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley may be able to offer sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. If you are currently working in the UK on a Skilled Worker visa, transitional arrangements may apply. Please note that sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks. For further information on visa requirements and sponsorship eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance.

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NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please contact the Recruitment Office on 0330 041 4694 if there are any reasonable adjustments, we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.