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Advanced Specialist Podiatrist - High Risk MSK Independent Prescriber

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79
Location
Macclesfield, England
Salary
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching)
Profession
Podiatrist
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
03 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
20 May 2026

Job overview

*Subject to job matching*

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the podiatry team as a Advanced Specialist Podiatrist -  High Risk MSK Independent Prescriber.

You will act as an advanced clinical specialist responsible for the triage, assessment and treatment of patients with High-Risk foot conditions that have complex MSK requirements.

Hours per week: 18.75

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

To act as an independent prescriber within the Podiatry team

To work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team to support integrated working for this patient group.

To act as the lead clinician within specialist area, supporting the operational delivery of the MSK Podiatry service and service development initiatives.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.