Putting community at the heart of everything we do.
Proud to be a prospective advanced foundation trust, CLCH is one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, employing more than 4,500 staff and caring for more than four million people across London and Hertfordshire. We believe in working together to give children a better start and adults greater independence. Our diverse team of professionals supports patients at every stage of their lives, from health visiting for newborn babies to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care.
By joining CLCH, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities and are committed to your professional development and well‑being.
To join us and help make a real difference in the communities we work in, browse our latest jobs and opportunities below.
Main area Podiatrist Grade Band 6 Contract Bank Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Other
12.07% holiday pay + Unsocial Hours (if applicable) Job ref 824-BANK-LIT1574
Site Alexandra Avenue Health and Social Care Centre Town Harrow Salary £22.75 (inclusive of HACS) Salary period Hourly Closing 21/07/2026 23:59
Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)
At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.
Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.
We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.
Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.
Job overview
Bank Band 6 Podiatrist (Temporary)
We are seeking motivated and experienced Band 6 Podiatrists to join our Bank team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work flexibly across our community podiatry services, providing high‑quality care while gaining experience in a variety of clinical settings.
As a Bank Band 6 Podiatrist, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of podiatrists and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective and patient‑centred care. You will assess, treat and manage a diverse caseload, including community clinic and domiciliary patients, ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice.
You will support the development of the service by supervising and delegating work to junior clinicians, Podiatry Assistants and support staff, while also providing mentorship to students on clinical placements. Working alongside Highly Specialist Clinicians, you will recognise when specialist input is required and make appropriate referrals.
The role requires flexibility to work across different clinic locations and community settings, travelling between sites as needed. You should be an HCPC‑registered Podiatrist with excellent communication, clinical decision‑making and organisational skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.
Join our Bank team and enjoy flexible working while making a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our local communities.
Main duties of the job
- To work in collaboration with a team of Podiatrists and other health care professionals, organisations and agencies to ensure seamless and high quality care for all patients.
- To monitor supervise and delegate podiatry services delivered by support staff including junior clinicians, Podiatry Assistants and to mentor students during placements.
- To liaise with and refer to the direction of Highly Specialist Clinicians when necessary and as appropriate.
- To be flexible to cope with a busy varied and demanding workload where it is essential to move between sessional clinics on foot / by transport.
- To manage a domiciliary caseload as required.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high‑quality care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values & the behaviours aligned to those values – Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment – alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
Education/Qualification
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Certificate in local anaesthesia
- Evidence of post grad training in an area of podiatry Experience
Experience
- Post graduate clinical experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at‑risk and high‑risk foot
- Experience of working as part of a specialist team (clinical rotation experience accepted
- Experience of working in an NHS environment
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Full knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
- Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture
- Knowledge of RCoP and HCPC codes of conduct
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities – theory and practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
- Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High risk tissue breakdown
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Ability to evaluate patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time and domiciliary caseload •
- To be competent in the use of treatment and diagnostic tools (including, Doppler, scalpel techniques, syringe etc)
- IT Skills including use of Internet, e‑mail, Word Processing
- Ability to manufacture simple insoles
Other
- Performing clinical treatments in physically restricted work positions requiring repetitive fine movements.
- Ability to cope with patients anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and allay anxieties
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.
If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.
Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close early. Please apply promptly if you meet the Person Specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted. Interview details will be emailed after the closing date – please check your inbox regularly.
CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.
CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:
- Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
- Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
- Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.
We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.
Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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