Podiatrist

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic newly qualified or recently qualified podiatrist within their first year of practice to join our friendly and supportive podiatry team. This is an excellent developmental role designed to support early-career podiatrists in building their clinical skills within a structured and supportive environment.

Dependant on successful completion of a structured competency framework, there will be the opportunity to progress into a Band 6 Podiatrist role within 6 to 12 months.

At Your Healthcare CIC, we are committed to supporting the professional growth and development of our staff. All employees have access to a protected Continuing Professional Development (CPD) budget, which staff can apply for to support further training, courses, and professional learning opportunities.

This is a permanentpost and is for 37.5 hours per week. The usual working hours are 08.30 am to 17.00 pm and will be Monday Friday.

You will be mostly based at Surbiton Health centre although you will also need to be able to travel to our other sites as needed.

Rates of pay are the 26/27 pay scales.

If this sounds like the job for you and you would like more information, please contact Joanne Clark Podiatry lead on 02083997111 or email joanne.clark@yourhealthcare.org

CLOSING DATE: 13/08/2026

INTERVIEW DATE: TBC

Main duties of the job

The podiatry service operates across several community clinic locations; however, the successful candidate will work primarily from Surbiton Health Centre. This modern clinic hosts a five-chair podiatry clinic, creating a busy and collaborative clinical environment.

Working within this setting means you will never be working alone. There are always experienced podiatrists and senior clinicians available within the clinic to provide clinical advice, support, and mentorship when needed. This makes the role particularly suitable for new graduates or early-career podiatrists, as it provides daily opportunities for learning, case discussion, and development of clinical confidence.

As part of the induction into this role, the successful candidate will have a funded training opportunity of up to the value of £800 to allow them to complete The Foot in Diabetes Module provided by the Royal College of Podiatry. This training supports the development of knowledge and clinical skills in the management of patients with diabetes and high-risk foot conditions.

As part of ongoing professional development within Your Healthcare CIC, there may also be opportunities for the successful candidate to gain experience working within the organisations private podiatry services. Your Podiatry offers a range of new treatment technologies including Lunula Laser Therapy and Swift Microwave Therapy offering a unique experience to the successful applicant.

About us

At Your Healthcare CIC, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), we prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to make a real impact.

Why Choose Us?

NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes.

Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without delays.

Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and various staff discounts.

Exceptional Staff Experience: Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback from staff and patients.

Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our membership organization. Your ideas and contributions matter.

Join Us Today

We are looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity, and community engagement. If you want to make a positive impact in health and social care, join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore our career opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.

Details

• Date posted: 17 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £36,943 to £44,900 a year per annum pro rata inc HCAS
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: B9811-26-0029
• Job locations: Surbiton Health Centre, Ewell Road, Surbiton, Surrey, KT66EZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Main duties

Provide advanced assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with a wide range of podiatric conditions, including high-risk and complex cases such as those related to Diabetes and Peripheral Arterial Disease.

Manage and treat foot ulcers, infections, and wound care, contributing to prevention of complications and hospital admissions.

Undertaken ail surgery and other minor podiatric procedures in line with clinical protocols.

Deliver biomechanical assessments and orthotic interventions where appropriate.

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, liaising with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

Participate in clinical audit, service evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives to support service development.

Promote patient education and preventative care, particularly for high-risk groups.

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to professional, legal, and organisational standards.

Please refer to the job description attached under the supporting documents.

We encourage you to discuss your flexibility needs with us before applying or during the interview process. While we may not be able to meet every request exactly, we promise to fully consider your needs and accommodate them where possible. Please note that flexible working options may vary depending on the role.

Please apply using the NHS Jobs online system. Your application should explain why you are applying for the post, how you believe you would contribute to working in this setting and demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the person specification.