Job Summary
The Dept of Orthotics at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital is looking for an experienced B6 MSK podiatrist to join our team for 12 months.
We are based in Shropshire and hold clinics across 3 clinical sites - Oswestry, Shrewsbury and Telford all in hospital settings.
We are looking for an experienced podiatrist in the area of Orthotic assessment, treatment and management of patients, for the assessment, supply and review of patients with both stock and custom-made foot orthoses. You will work alongside the Orthotists in out-patient clinics, independently treating patients with foot orthoses and working as an autonomous clinician. We are an enthusiastic and forward-thinking team, and this role is linked to assessing dynamic workforce mixes.
The Orthotics Dept has its own onsite manufacturing facility for both adjusting stock orthoses, as well as to work collaboratively with the technicians for manufacturing custom foot orthoses.
We think this offers an exciting career opportunity for a podiatrist to become part of an Orthotics team working solely in the clinical area of Orthotics provision of foot orthoses.
We welcome any calls or emails seeking further information, as well as visiting our team and department.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role is to work clinically within the Orthotics Dept at RJAH and linked clinical sites, assessing, prescribing, supplying and reviewing patients being treated by yourself with foot orthoses.
The follow details are contained with the attached job description and person specification.
About Us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Details
Date posted
15 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year pa
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
224-PA20250602857
Job locations
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached JD and PS that provides full detail of the role, responsibilities and requirements for applying.
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.Job seekers should be aware that not all roles will be eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. For further information visitUK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached JD and PS that provides full detail of the role, responsibilities and requirements for applying.
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.Job seekers should be aware that not all roles will be eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. For further information visitUK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Podiatry
- Clinical experience in orthoses assessment and supply
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Previous experience working in MSK Orthotics
- 5 years Experience
- Previously worked in orthotics setting
HCPC registration
Essential
UK full driving licenece
Essential
Person Specification
Essential
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).
Additional information
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
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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