Podiatrist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

The closing date is 26 January 2025

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Job summary

Applications from 2025 students welcomed.

Two Band 5 vacancies can be co-located if required.

The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner following professional codes of conduct and ethics carrying a varied caseload which can include patients with complex needs with additional supervision. Clinical activities can take place in a wide range of settings including hospital, clinic and community settings, and patients own homes.

Main duties of the job

JOB SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The post holder will contribute to service developments within their department which can include attending meetings and participation in audit, service evaluation and researching evidence based practice. Work in partnership with patients and other health professionals as appropriate to achieve their optimum health outcome. The post holder will be required to work closely with all service areas as appropriate to ensure the delivery of a fully integrated service.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Date posted

10 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

050-AHP017-0125

Job locations

To be agreed within Gwynedd and Anglesey

To be agreed within Gwynedd and Anglesey

LL49 9AQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Additional contact details : Podiatry and Orthotics 03000 852467

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Additional contact details : Podiatry and Orthotics 03000 852467

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

  • Degree or equivalent in Podiatry
  • HCPC Registration
  • Evidence of varied practice placements

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to implement the Podiatry treatment process with clients
  • Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with others
  • Ability to manage own time and caseload
  • Ability to work effectively when both lone working and in a team setting
  • Demonstrates compassionate care
Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

  • Degree or equivalent in Podiatry
  • HCPC Registration
  • Evidence of varied practice placements

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to implement the Podiatry treatment process with clients
  • Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with others
  • Ability to manage own time and caseload
  • Ability to work effectively when both lone working and in a team setting
  • Demonstrates compassionate care

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

To be agreed within Gwynedd and Anglesey

To be agreed within Gwynedd and Anglesey

LL49 9AQ


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

To be agreed within Gwynedd and Anglesey

To be agreed within Gwynedd and Anglesey

LL49 9AQ


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Podiatry and Orthotics West

Helen Williams

helen.williams33@wales.nhs.uk

03000852467

Date posted

10 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

050-AHP017-0125

Job locations

To be agreed within Gwynedd and Anglesey

To be agreed within Gwynedd and Anglesey

LL49 9AQ


Supporting documents

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