Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a BSc Degree Podiatry apprentice to join the team and 'learn why they earn'. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual. The apprentice will be required to provide assessment, treatment and interventions for our high risk caseload within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, whilst being supported to undertake the Podiatry degree apprenticeship..
The person will combine working 4 days a week across a range of clinics, hospital and health centres and homes across Torbay and South Devon and undertaking academic study with the University of Plymouth.
Ability to travel around the district as a car owner/driver is essential to be able to undertake home visits.
The post holder will have clinical responsibility for delivering high quality care to a caseload across the Torbay and South Devon area and will be working closely with other community healthcare workers and provider agencies within a variety of care settings including community clinics, domiciliary work , care homes and contribute to the development of the podiatry team.
Main duties of the job
Be responsible for the management and treatment of a caseload of patients across a variety of locations within Torbay and South Devon area, providing a comprehensive assessment of podiatric need, relevant health education, planned podiatric care packages and referral to other health care professionals as required.
To be committed to and undertake the BSc podiatry degree.
To provide high standards of treatment and professionalism and to continue to develop a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
To undertake treatments as part of our fee paying service team
About us
Why Work With Us
The podiatry department consists of 51 clinical comprising of Head of Service, Team Leads, Specialist podiatrists, podiatrists, assistant practitioners and clinical support staff . We also have eight administrative staff.
We are an extremely supportive team and aim to innovatively deliver first class lower limb and foot health preventative care across South Devon. We strive to achieve better outcomes for our patients whilst we also actively promote development opportunities for our staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for the management and treatment of a caseload of patients across a variety of locations within Torbay and South Devon area, providing a comprehensive assessment of podiatric need, relevant health education, planned podiatric care packages and referral to other health care professionals as required.
You will be expected to attend the University of Plymouth BSc apprenticeship programme, combining learning with clinical duties.
To ensure effective communication with patients, relatives and carersconcerning assessment outcomes, treatment options and prognosis where there may be barriers to understanding due to learning difficulties, illness and high anxiety.
Ensure effective communications are maintained and developed with other health and social services professionals and podiatrists in order to promote the podiatry service.
To review current treatments and treatment plans to ensure they fit withevidence based/ best practice, NICE guidance and national service delivery frameworks.
To achieve Registration with Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) and degree/diploma in Podiatry and local analgesia administration certificate .
To work within the HCPC code of conduct, Trust policies and proceduresand adhere to the Patients Charter.
To follow departmental Policies, Procedures and Guidelines but have thediscretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional boundaries under delegation.
To be accountable to the Team Leader and assist and undertake duties asdelegated and requested by the team leader.
To attend all mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust.
To ensure clinics are maintained to the highest levels and are suitableenvironments for treating patients.
To participate in Individual Performance Review and personal development planning and fulfil CPD requirements identified through IPR.
As a BSc Podiatry apprentice you will receive pay progression as you progress through the 3 year apprenticeship; further information regarding this can be found on the job description.
For further information regarding the role responsibilities and entry requirements, please see full job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for the management and treatment of a caseload of patients across a variety of locations within Torbay and South Devon area, providing a comprehensive assessment of podiatric need, relevant health education, planned podiatric care packages and referral to other health care professionals as required.
You will be expected to attend the University of Plymouth BSc apprenticeship programme, combining learning with clinical duties.
To ensure effective communication with patients, relatives and carersconcerning assessment outcomes, treatment options and prognosis where there may be barriers to understanding due to learning difficulties, illness and high anxiety.
Ensure effective communications are maintained and developed with other health and social services professionals and podiatrists in order to promote the podiatry service.
To review current treatments and treatment plans to ensure they fit withevidence based/ best practice, NICE guidance and national service delivery frameworks.
To achieve Registration with Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) and degree/diploma in Podiatry and local analgesia administration certificate .
To work within the HCPC code of conduct, Trust policies and proceduresand adhere to the Patients Charter.
To follow departmental Policies, Procedures and Guidelines but have thediscretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional boundaries under delegation.
To be accountable to the Team Leader and assist and undertake duties asdelegated and requested by the team leader.
To attend all mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust.
To ensure clinics are maintained to the highest levels and are suitableenvironments for treating patients.
To participate in Individual Performance Review and personal development planning and fulfil CPD requirements identified through IPR.
As a BSc Podiatry apprentice you will receive pay progression as you progress through the 3 year apprenticeship; further information regarding this can be found on the job description.
For further information regarding the role responsibilities and entry requirements, please see full job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths, English level 2 or above
- NVQ level 3 or above
Desirable
- podiatry / working foot experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, motivated and innovative
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of departmental and Trust policies, procedures and guidelines
Skills
Essential
- Ability to clearly understand own scope of practice
- Ability to cope with a busy and varied workload (plan effectively)/good organisational skills
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable
- experience with working with lower limb and feet
- experience / passion for working within healthcare
- experience of undertaking learning and working at the same time
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths, English level 2 or above
- NVQ level 3 or above
Desirable
- podiatry / working foot experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, motivated and innovative
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of departmental and Trust policies, procedures and guidelines
Skills
Essential
- Ability to clearly understand own scope of practice
- Ability to cope with a busy and varied workload (plan effectively)/good organisational skills
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable
- experience with working with lower limb and feet
- experience / passion for working within healthcare
- experience of undertaking learning and working at the same time
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.
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).
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.
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).
