
Job details
- Job reference: 251862
- Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
- Job closing date: 05/07/2026
- Job Type: Allied Health Professions
- Location: NHS Borders Various Sites
- Employment type: Fixed-term
- Hours Per Week: 21.7
- Job posted date: 20/06/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Borders
- Department: Community Podiatrist
OUR VALUES IN ACTION
• Compassion • Kindness • Integrity • Teamwork • Excellence
VARIOUS
PODIATRY
PODIATRIST
1 year FIXED TERM 21.7 HOURS
Band 5
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated HCPC registered Podiatrist with excellent communication skills to work within our team in the Scottish Borders in the delivery of high standard patient centred care.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced team. There will be an opportunity to develop a range of skills including the assessment of new patients, nail surgery and diabetic foot care .
We support flexible working and the professional development of our staff. The Scottish borders offer excellent lifestyle, an outstanding quality of life, thriving communities, and abundance of outdoor activities at only a short distance from Edinburgh. We welcome applications from new graduate and those returning to practice after a break.
We deliver our service in clinical settings and patient’s own homes. You will be involved in the delivery of quality care for patients with complex needs and long term conditions working as part of the Podiatry team and multi disciplinary team.
Informal enquiries welcomed , please contact Kathryn White telephone 07747760225 or email Kathryn.white@nhs.scot
OUR VALUES are Care and Compassion / Quality and Teamwork / Dignity and Respect / Openness, honesty and responsibility
Whether you’re early in your career or looking to take the next step into a more senior role, NHS Borders offers a supportive environment where you can grow, influence change, and make a real impact.
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This advert is for Community Podiatrist with NHS Borders in Melrose, East of Scotland, Scotland. It is listed as a Band 5 Podiatrist role. The advertised salary is £34,544 - £43,039. The contract type is Fixed-term. The application deadline is 05 Jul 2026.
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