Job summary
It is an exciting time to join our Podiatry team in Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust and we are seeking 3 Full Time band 6 Specialist Podiatrists to join us as we continue to build upon existing models and introduce new ways of working. Our transformation plans over the next 12 months will include a more high risk focused service, MDT working and improving our digital offer.

The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated team, providing a high standard of clinical care. To be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of Podiatric care to a variety of patients with a wide range of clinical needs. Care will be provided in a range of settings. (community, acute, patients' home, GP surgeries, nursing homes, community and hospital based mental health, Across Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale & Craven.

Experience of working with the high risk foot and knowledge of biomechanics is preferred.

This is a generic Band 6 role with opportunities to develop in specialist areas.

Closing Date: 04/10/2026 Shortlisting Date: 05/10/2026 Interview Date: 12/10/2026

Main duties of the job
To be part of a highly motivated team, providing a high standard of Podiatric care. To be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of care to a variety of patients with a wide range of complex, clinical needs. Care will be provided in a range of settings. (community, acute, patients' home, GP surgeries, nursing homes, community and hospital based mental health).

Wound care and Foot Protection both in community clinics, hospitals and patients homes will form the basis of the role with some biomechanics input.

About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -

We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :

Increase mileage rates for > 3500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received.

Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered with Health Care Professions Council
• Podiatry Diploma/Degree
• Local Analgesia Administration Certificate

Desirable

• Masters Level Qualification or equivalent experience

Knowledge
Essential

• High standard of Podiatric Knowledge, Specialist knowledge in the high risk patient and some biomechanics knowledge
• To participate in regular CPD
• Understanding of of high risk focused podiatry service
• IT literate

Desirable

• Ability to problem solve

Skills
Essential

• Analyse and interpret results and assessments within the scope of practice.
• Understanding of complex foot pathologies and complex needs of patients.
• Ability to adapt and change at short notice and willingness to travel across the whole area.

Desirable

• Critical analysis/evaluation skills
• Computer and PowerPoint skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address
New Mill
Victoria Road
Saltaire
BD18 3LD
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical and Operational Manager Podiatry Services
Jane Kennedy
jane.kennedy@bdct.nhs.uk
07973458847

Details
Date posted
25 September 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 6

Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Per annum

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
453-26-8291115

Job locations
New Mill
Victoria Road
Saltaire
BD18 3LD
United Kingdom

Supporting documents
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