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Description
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We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic podiatrist to develop clinical and leadership skills within a friendly, supportive and innovative paediatric podiatry team based in Southwest Staffordshire. This post offers the chance to manage a mixed caseload of children and young people with developmental and musculoskeletal conditions across the County.
The team are based in Stafford, Cannock, Lichfield and Tamworth and travel will be required based on service needs. As a community team covering a large geographical area, access to a car for work purposes will be essential.
The post holder will be part of the team providing wider assessment and intervention for children and young people with physical difficulties aged 0-18 years. We work in partnership with families and carers in community clinics and hospital settings.
You will be expected to use and develop your skills using a variety of approaches and treatment modalities and to work closely with colleagues in other disciplines to provide a child-centered, holistic approach to care. You will also participate in the development of other staff and of the service.
The post holder must demonstrate competence in all aspects of the role and consistently uphold the Partnership Trust Values of putting quality first, focusing on people, and
taking responsibility. As a Specialist Podiatrist, they will possess a detailed professional and clinical knowledge base, undertaking assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment programmes for children and young people in appropriate community settings. The role requires flexibility to work across Staffordshire and surrounding areas as needed.
They will manage a defined caseload of service users aged 019 years, providing care across various settings, including community clinics and hospitals. The post holder must be highly skilled in assessing complex and specialist needs and in developing, implementing, and evaluating tailored care and support packages for children and their families.
In addition to clinical duties, the post holder will take on supervisory responsibilities where appropriate, contributing to service development, improvement, and team performance. They are expected to show initiative and creativity in problem-solving, work collaboratively with the team leader on delegated management tasks, and remain accountable for their own professional practice. Participation in Trust initiatives such as job planning is required to ensure the effective and high-quality delivery of services
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people wi
th learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are United in our Uniqueness and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
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MPFT is committed to providing high quality care and offers staff learning and development opportunities in order to support them in achieving this goal. Regular support and supervision from peers and senior staff is provided and encouraged.
Job Purpose
The post holder will provide high-quality, evidence-based clinical care in line with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards, the College of Podiatry code of conduct, and Trust policies. They will be professionally accountable for their own practice, working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and external organisations to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred care.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Practice
The post holder will assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment and care programmes for individuals, families and carers, taking a lead role in their specialist area and providing expert advice and support to others. Care plans will focus on promoting independence and safety, improving physical and mental wellbeing, managing long-term conditions, preventing health inequalities, and supporting self-management.
They will apply advanced clinical judgement and professional expertise to tailor interventions to individual needs, using evidence-based practice to achieve optimal outcomes. The role requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge and skills, demonstrating leadership in clinical excellence, and modelling best practice to colleagues.
The post holder will provide sensitive and empathetic support when delivering difficult information, manage challenging or uncooperative behaviours, and work flexibly across professional boundaries and service environments. They will maintain accurate and timely clinic
al records, ensure the safe use and transportation of equipment, and oversee appropriate delegation of tasks within the team. Additionally, they will contribute to service user, carer, and professional education through advice, training, and support.
Leadership and Supervision
The post holder will provide clinical supervision, guidance and support to junior staff, students and newly qualified practitioners, promoting reflective and evidence-based practice. They will contribute to staff induction, training and professional development, identifying individual learning needs and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
They will assist in prioritising workloads, balancing clinical, supervisory and training demands, and ensuring efficient day-to-day service delivery. The post holder will work collaboratively with the Team Leader or Professional Lead to identify and utilise the skills and competencies of team members effectively, supporting service development and quality improvement initiatives.
Performance and Quality
The post holder will collect and record statistical and audit data as required, contributing to clinical audit and quality assurance processes. They will actively support the development, implementation and evaluation of Trust policies, procedures and guidelines in line with statutory and professional standards. The role may also include responsibility for ordering stock and authorising staff expenses.
