Podiatry Caseload Holder

Position Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced HCPC registered Band 6 Podiatrist to join our Community Podiatry Team covering the West Lancashire patch on a full‑time, permanent basis. The role involves delivering high‑quality, person‑centred podiatric care across a range of community clinic locations and at patients’ homes, including nursing and residential facilities.

• Provide assessment, treatment and ongoing management for patients with acute and chronic podiatric needs.
• Plan, delegate and supervise workload, ensuring that the caseload is managed efficiently and that staff competence is considered.
• Undertake holistic assessments of patients and families, applying evidence‑based models of care.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams to keep patients in community settings and prevent unnecessary hospital admission.
• Advise patients, carers and colleagues on health promotion, lifestyle and podiatric care.
• Lead, mentor and support the team, including participation in clinical supervision and development of practice improvement initiatives.
• Maintain professional registration and keep up to date with CPD and national guidelines.
• Act as an advocate for patients and contribute to policy and service development.

• HCPC registered Band 6 Podiatrist (post‑registration).
• Demonstrable post‑registration clinical experience, including wound management and care of complex conditions.
• Successful experience of working in multi‑agency settings.
• Evidence of CPD/short courses and awareness of current national and local health agendas.
• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Risk assessment abilities and IT literacy.

• Continuous improvement mindset and commitment to service enhancement.
• Accountability and ownership of care delivery.
• Respect for inclusive, supportive teamwork.
• Enthusiasm and passion for podiatric care.
• Supportive attitude with compassion and courage.

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts in the North West, providing physical and mental health services to a population of over 1.4 million. The Trust offers specialist inpatient and community services and is committed to providing safe, effective and equitable care.