Clinical Lead specialist for Musculoskeletal Podiatry Band 7
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Clinical Lead specialist for Musculoskeletal Podiatry, 0. 8 wte ( 30 hours ) to give a high level of musculoskeletal and biomechanical support to our Podiatry team.
The post holder will act as a clinical specialist for podiatric biomechanics throughout the Podiatry Service. You will lead on and educate your colle agues and junior staff regarding biomechanical and the musculoskeletal (MSK) interventions, theories and Podiatry treatment plans being the main contact for this area of clinical specialism.
You will be an experienced practitioner aware of the full scope of clinical practice and expected to support and supervise colleagues and team members. The post holder must be highly motivated, able to work independently and show initiative in managing both the clinical caseload and contributing to staff education and service development.
The post holder will act as a clinical specialist for Podiatric Biomechanics within Berkshire Healthcare Podiatry Service.
You will provide highly specialised advice to patients and be a point of contact for colleagues relating to Biomechanics and the importance of foot function for people affected by MSK injury, dysfunction, or disease.
The Post Holder will also be expected to provide cover to high risk , wound care, and nail surgery clinics as necessary based on demand of the service.
To take part in the strategic development of the podiatry service in relation to podiatric clinical biomechanics
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Degree level qualification in podiatry (or equivalent) & Registration with the HCPC as a podiatrist
Local anaesthetic certificate
Car driver & possess full UK driver’s license or evidence of ability to travel to designated base & other sites; ability to travel independently between multiple sites to fulfil the requirements of the position
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible