PREPARE Trainee Podiatrist; Annex

Overview

The Podiatry Service in Fife is delighted to be able to offer an exciting and innovative pathway into the Podiatry profession.

The Pre-Registration Podiatry;
Accessible Recruitment & Employment (PREPARE) Project provides a unique opportunity to earn a competitive salary completing the BSc (Hons) Podiatry degree with Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) while working as part of our team here in NHS Fife. This employment is offered on the successful undertaking of a 4 year training period and as such successful candidates must meet the eligibility criteria to undertake the graduate degree as offered by Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU).

With GCU’s flexible entry policies, we welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds. Relevant work experience, prior learning or professional credits may be considered if you do not have the typical academic qualifications. (Please ensure to fill out Assessment Form B with details of this as part of your application). What matters most is your potential, your motivation, and your commitment to delivering high quality patient care.

PREPARE has been designed to widen access to Podiatry, recognising that traditional university routes may not be possible for everyone. Whether due to work, family, financial commitments, or an inability to relocate, this programme removes many of the barriers that can limit access to degree-level study.

As a PREPARE Trainee (employed on Annex 21 terms), you will be supported throughout a four year training period combining academic learning with hands on experience:

• Up to 3 days per week with GCU hybrid delivery of on campus and online teaching and learning
• 2 days per week working within NHS Fife Podiatry during term time
• 5 days per week fully integrated into the service during non term periods

This blended approach ensures you develop strong clinical insight, practical skills, and real confidence—all while contributing to the delivery of high quality patient care across Fife.

Successful completion of the degree and registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) will lead to appointment into a substantive Band 5 Podiatrist post within our service.

The podiatry service provides a comprehensive prevention and early intervention service to the population of Fife. This is delivered throughout the region from a network of Community Clinics and Hospitals, in people’s own homes or in homely settings (Care Homes).

We aim to deliver high quality care to patients and their carers through triage, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of foot and lower limb and conditions. Our service is patient centred encouraging self care when appropriate and working together to develop individual management plans where these are indicated. Our service focuses on saving limbs and the management and treatment of complex foot and ankle musculoskeletal conditions.

You’ll be joining a friendly, experienced team dedicated to improving outcomes for the people of Fife. Our clinical facilities offer excellent learning environments, and you’ll be supported every step of the way as you develop your skills and professional identity.

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic about a career in healthcare
• Strong communicators with good problem solving skills
• Able to demonstrate care, compassion and professionalism
• Passionate about making a difference in the wellbeing of our Fife communities

If this sounds like you, we would be delighted to receive your application. It is essential to complete Assessment Form B – additional question as part of your application submission.

There will be an open event at the Podiatry Department, located in the Carnegie Unit at Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline, on Tuesday 31st March from 5:00–7:00 PM.

Come along if you would want to learn more about the services we provide, and find out what this role involves. We’d be delighted to see you there.

For informal enquiries, please contact Moira Dunsire, Podiatry Clinical Service Manager by email to moira.dunsiret or call

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