Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Podiatry Assistant to join our Community Podiatry Service in the High Peak and Dales locality.

Working as part of the wider podiatry team, you will support the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care to people with a range of foot health needs. You will undertake delegated clinical activities within your level of competence, following agreed care plans, procedures and guidance, with support and supervision from registered Podiatrists.

The role involves working directly with patients and requires excellent communication skills, a compassionate approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will also contribute to the smooth running of clinics, including preparation of clinical areas and equipment, maintaining accurate patient records and supporting infection prevention and clinical safety.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and would like to develop their skills and experience within a supportive Community Podiatry Service.

Main duties of the job
Provide delegated podiatry care to patients, working within agreed protocols, care plans and your assessed level of competence. Support registered Podiatrists in the delivery of high-quality clinical care across Community Podiatry services. Undertake appropriate clinical tasks following training and competency assessment, recognising when a patient requires review or escalation to a registered clinician. Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, carers and other healthcare professionals. Support patients with appropriate foot health education and condition-specific self-care advice, in line with the agreed care plan. Prepare clinical environments, equipment and materials to support the safe and efficient delivery of patient care. Follow infection prevention, decontamination, health and safety and clinical governance requirements. Maintain clear, accurate and timely patient records in accordance with organisational requirements. Support the effective running of clinics, including appropriate administrative and stock-related activities associated with the role. Work flexibly as part of the wider Community Podiatry team and contribute positively to service delivery and improvement. Take responsibility for maintaining required training and competencies and participate in supervision, appraisal and learning opportunities relevant to the role.

About us
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.

Details
Date posted: 05 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: Depending on experience. Progression to Band 4 upon completing wound care competencies
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 842-SCS-7954-26
Job locations: Newholme Hospital, Bakewell, DE45 1AD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
The Podiatry Assistant will work as an integral member of the Community Podiatry team, delivering delegated clinical care to patients in accordance with treatment plans developed by a qualified Podiatrist.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing delegated routine podiatry care within an agreed scope of practice and competency framework.
• Reviewing patients' feet at each contact and recognising and escalating new problems, deterioration or concerns to a Podiatrist.
• Assisting Podiatrists with clinical procedures, including nail surgery.
• Preparing patients, equipment and clinical environments for treatment.
• Maintaining accurate and contemporaneous electronic patient records.
• Supporting infection prevention and control, cleaning and instrument decontamination requirements.
• Communicating effectively and compassionately with patients, carers and other healthcare professionals.
• Supporting appropriate administrative, ordering, audit and service-related activities.
• Working across community clinics and other community healthcare settings as required.
• Working within agreed clinical competencies and recognising when care is outside the scope of the Podiatry Assistant role.
• Undertaking required training, competency assessment and continuing development relevant to the role.

Person Specification
Essential

• Completion of Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists Podiatry Assistant qualification, comparable competency based training, NVQ based equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year podiatry assistant experience of working in hospital or community health care settings delivering direct patient care.
• Ability to understand issues relating to patient care, confidentiality, privacy and dignity etc.
• Able to deal with difficult individuals / situations

Desirable

• NVQ in customer care
• Relevant practical clinical knowledge and understanding of agreed and defined clinical and professional parameters.
• Experience of working with TPP SystmOne
• Flexible / open to changing work practices

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.

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.

Employer details
Employer name: Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Address: Newholme Hospital, Bakewell, DE45 1AD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/

Contact
Podiatry Team Lead (High Peak & Dales), Katy Unwin, katy.unwin@nhs.net, 07976494281

Closing date: 19 November 2026
Apply through our website