Job summary
CSH Surrey is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Podiatrist to join our Adult Services team in a developmental role, transitioning from a Band 6 to Band 7, over a period of time.This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Podiatrist with strong foundations in clinical practice who wishes to progress into a senior Band 7 position through a structured competency-based development programme.

The postholder will work within community podiatry services delivering high-quality care to patients with a range of foot health needs, including those at high risk of complications. You will be supported with structured supervision, mentorship, and access to training to develop advanced clinical and leadership skills.

CSH Surrey is a not-for-profit community services provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across Surrey. We are committed to supporting staff development, innovation, and flexible working.

If you are looking to develop your career within a supportive, forward-thinking podiatry service, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must possess valid UK right-to-work documentation.

Main duties of the job
Band 6 (Development Phase)

• Deliver evidence-based podiatry care to patients with at-risk foot conditions, musculoskeletal problems and minor surgery.
• Undertake assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for a defined caseload, including domiciliary care.
• Develop skills in high-risk foot management, including diabetic wound care
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in acute settings
• Develop MSK clinics with the specialist team
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with organisational standards
• Participate in audit, service improvement, and CPD activities

Band 7 (Upon Completion of Competencies)

• Manage a complex caseload including high-risk and ulcerated patients
• Participate in delivering of MSK services
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior staff and students
• Contribute to service development, pathways, and quality improvement initiatives
• Lead on clinical audits and implementation of best practice guidelines
• Support workforce development and training within the service
• Work closely with MDT colleagues including vascular teams, diabetes services, and GPs

Progression from Band 6 to Band 7 will be achieved through:

• Completion of an agreed competency framework
• Demonstration of advanced clinical reasoning and autonomous practice
• Evidence of leadership, supervision, and service development involvement
• Formal review and sign-off by senior clinical leads

About us
CSH Surrey are part of the NHS and are Surrey's longest established NHS community services provider, so our employees get NHS pay and pensions, and also receive the Fringe High-Cost Allowance of 5%.

Our staff enjoy excellent training and development opportunities, including the care certificate, apprenticeships, numeracy and literacy courses, access to the Nursing Associate programme, and a wide variety of management and leadership courses and programmes.

We CARE about our staff though through our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. Our active employee council called The Voice, elect employee representatives to ensure colleagues' voices are heard at Board level.
CSH is a diverse organisation, if you are a passionate, person-focused individual then apply to join CSH Surrey today!

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who meet the essential criteria of the job you are applying for and if you require any reasonable adjustments, please contact the named individual for this advert, or our recruitment team.

Job responsibilities
An experienced and motivated Podiatrist providing high-quality assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions within community and multidisciplinary settings, including domiciliary working. Responsible for managing a complex caseload, including patients with high-risk foot complications, diabetes, musculoskeletal conditions, vascular disease and nail surgery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering evidence-based podiatry assessment, treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Managing patients with complex clinical needs and identifying those requiring urgent intervention or referral.
• Undertaking routine and specialist podiatry procedures, including nail surgery where appropriate.
• Working autonomously while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Providing education and self-management advice to patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and ensuring compliance with professional, clinical governance and safeguarding standards.
• Participating in service development, audit, quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Supporting student placements, junior staff development and clinical supervision (particularly at Band 7 level).
• Contributing to risk management, infection prevention and health and safety requirements.

Band 6 focus: Independent management of a varied caseload, development of specialist clinical skills, participation in multidisciplinary working, and support of students and assistants.

Band 7 focus: Advanced clinical decision-making, management of highly complex patients, leadership within the podiatry service, supervision of staff, service development, audit, training, and contribution to strategic objectives.

The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered, demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, and be committed to delivering patient-centred care that improves outcomes and promotes independence.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• HCPC Registered Podiatrist
• BSc/MSc (pre reg) or equivalent
• Local Anaesthetic Certificate
• Car Driver (Full Licence)
• Post graduate education / CPD

Desirable

• Member of Royal College of Podiatry
• Evidence of relevant post graduate training/qualifications
• IRMER Certificate
• Specialist Clinical Experience
• Involvement in training and teaching

Experience
Essential

• Broad Spectrum of Clinical experience
• In-depth clinical knowledge and practical skills
• Evidence of consolidation of core podiatry competencies
• Experience in provision of high risk assessments, treatment planning and delivery minor surgery.
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience supporting/supervising junior staff/students
• Awareness of current NHS plan and policies
• Awareness of health and safety
• Appreciation of good record keeping

Desirable

• Experience of working in an MDT
• Experience of leading nail surgery sessions
• Experience in MSK clinics
• Experience managing domiciliary caseload
• Experience of audit/involvement in quality improvement project
• Experience of Research
• Experience of deputising for senior clinicians

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.