Podiatrist Assistant

Overview

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Podiatrist Assistant. The closing date is 02 October 2025.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assist in the delivery of podiatry. Implement individualised patient care plans as prescribed by a Podiatrist registered with the Health Care Professions Council, in clinics, patient's homes and residential homes. Manufacture, finish and fit orthoses as prescribed by a podiatrist. To be able to communicate with the public, professional and non-professional staff. To have access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes.

About us

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by CQC (Dec 2023) with some outstanding areas. As an aspiring outstanding Trust we have numerous policies and procedures in place which provide standard organisational ways of working, in line with organisational objectives, relevant legislation and requirements. Policies allow for continuity and consistency within the Trust. Employees must abide by and adhere to all Wirral Community NHS Trust's policies, at all times.

Job responsibilities

Please see Job description and Person Specification attached. If any other information is required, please feel free to get in contact.

Person Specification Qualifications and professional training

• Basic level of education in maths and English
• Ability to undertake relevant foot care qualification where required
• NVQ Level 3 in foot care, equivalent qualification or equivalent relevant experience

Experience and knowledge

• Understanding/willingness to participate in continued professional development
• Previous work experience in a health or social care environment

Skills and attributes

• Ability to manage own time and determine priorities
• Highly developed organisation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
• Have a flexible approach to work
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
• Ability to empathise with others

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.

Employer name

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

£24,937 to £26,598 a year, per annum/pro rata