Advanced Specialist Podiatrist - High Risk MSK Independent Prescriber

Employer East Cheshire NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Handforth Clinic Town Handforth Salary £49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching) Salary period Yearly Closing 25/11/2026 23:59

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

* Subject to job matching*

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the podiatry team as a Advanced Specialist Podiatrist - High Risk MSK Independent Prescriber.

You will act as an advanced clinical specialist responsible for the triage, assessment and treatment of patients with High-Risk foot conditions that have complex MSK requirements.

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Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

To act as an independent prescriber within the Podiatry team

To work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team to support integrated working for this patient group.

To act as the lead clinician within specialist area, supporting the operational delivery of the MSK Podiatry service and service development initiatives.

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

• HCPC registration
• Master level or equivalent post graduate experience of complex MSK foot conditions
• Clinical Educator training Membership of a relevant professional body & related specialist sub-groups

• Experience of working within MDT within specialist area.
• Specialist knowledge relating to assessment, fitting and provision of orthotics for Podiatry patients
• Experience in the operational running of an orthotics lab.

• Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area
• In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area
• Detailed awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in the specialist area

• Ability to lead junior colleagues
• Highly advanced communication and listening skills
• Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
• Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Proactive, takes own initiative
• Supportive team member
• Critical appraisal

• Proven post registration experience, in the relevant specialism
• Experience of undertaking projects
• Experience of planning and completing audit & research
• Experience of teaching and/or mentoring of staff

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with…