Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated podiatrist, who is passionate about their profession and enjoys making a difference to people's lives. You will be expected to work at an advanced level and should aspire to lead, educate and develop less experienced podiatrists, apprentices and students via clinical supervision, appraisal and feedback.

We welcome applications from clinicians currently working at Band 7 or Band 6. Ideally you will have at least five years' NHS experience and be confident in all aspects of podiatry care and team working. You must be able to lead by example and inspire the team to work effectively and achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.

You will provide high-quality podiatric care, for people at risk of developing serious foot health complications. There is emphasis on diabetes foot protection as the population we serve has a very high incidence of diabetes.

You will have the support of our friendly peer group of experienced clinicians, who are committed to providing excellent clinical care, which is patient centred and compassionate.

The service works closely with district nursing teams, tissue viability nurses, and local integrated teams, as well as linking with the wider MDT and PCN networks. We have a direct pathway into the Diabetic Foot Clinic at West Middlesex University Hospital.

Main duties of the job
In our vibrant and multi-cultural community, you will work from well-equipped clinic sites delivering care close to home. You will assess, diagnose, and provide high quality podiatric care to people with complex foot health needs and lower limbs that are at risk. There is emphasis on diabetes foot protection due to the high incidence of diabetes in the population we serve.

You will be responsible for agreeing care plans with patients that support self-management and optimise foot health, in line with service priorities, and you will be expected to manage complex patients at an advanced level.

You will be required to visit housebound patients in their own homes, so you must be able to drive and have access to a car to support their needs.

You will work autonomously as well as alongside others, so you need to be flexible and well organised. You will be responsible for managing other people's workload (as well as your own) so need to be great at teamworking and problem solving. You will also need excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with our diverse patient population and with various other health care teams and stakeholders.

About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith and Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.

Details
Date posted: 03 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (Outer)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 222-HCH-068
Closing date: 16 November 2026

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Podiatry Diploma/Degree; Local Analgesia Certificate; Registration with HCPC; Qualified driver with a full clean driving licence
• Desirable: A postgraduate qualification in Management of the Foot in Diabetes; IRMER Compliance certificate

Experience

• Essential: Experience of managing a caseload of "High Risk and Active Ulcer" Diabetic foot patients; At least 3 years recent NHS community podiatry experience at Band 6; Experience of Clinical Supervision of others.
• Desirable: Experience of team leadership; Experience of implementing protocols and clinical guidelines; Experience of Competency assessment and Appraisal of others

Skills and Abilities

• Essential: Clinical Leadership skills for autonomous practice and coaching others; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including accurate record keeping; Able to facilitate the integration of evidence-based practices in the clinical setting; IT skills with Microsoft and Clinical systems and virtual consultation skills; Able to demonstrate a commitment to the West London Trust values (Togetherness, Responsibility, Excellence and Caring); Good organisational skills, to manage own caseload and workload of others; Excellent clinical podiatry skills and infection control standards; Excellent change management skills and ability to work under pressure; Ability to implement clinical safe treatment packages within service resource and support self-management and waiting lists safely.

Knowledge

• Essential: Clinical Leadership skills for autonomous practice and coaching others; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including accurate record keeping; Able to facilitate the integration of evidence-based practices in the clinical setting.

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.

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

Employer details
Employer name: West London NHS Trust
Address: Heart of Hounslow Centre for Health, 92 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3LN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Podiatry Service Manager, Tracy Mullen, tracy.mullen@nhs.net

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