Job summary
We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated, passionate person to join our Podiatry Service. This is an exciting new developmental role that not only will equip the right individual with the skills to become a Podiatry Assistant in the short term but an opportunity to apply to our Podiatry Apprenticeship programme in the future thus becoming a qualified Podiatrist. On top of all this you will ‘earn whilst you learn’ and receive all benefits entitled to you when you join the NHS.
Main duties of the job
This is a developmental role. The apprentice will work towards progression into the post of a Podiatry Assistant as a Senior Healthcare Support Worker through successful completion of the Senior Healthcare Support Worker – Podiatry Pathway apprenticeship, which includes the attainment of a level 3 Diploma. Successfully qualified staff are also required to meet the professional standards in accordance with the Royal College of Podiatry standard.
The apprentice will be based, as an employee within Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) in the Podiatry Service whilst completing this Apprenticeship. As part of this training programme, the apprentice will experience working in alternative settings and possible clinical placements across the Lincolnshire system and beyond. This will provide a wider appreciation of the impact and influence of the profession.
Whilst in work, the apprentice will work as an integrated member and act in the capacity of a healthcare support worker under supervision of a qualified Podiatrist whilst undertaking any off the job learning related to the main apprenticeship programme.
About us
We have an exciting new role and opportunity at CQC rated ‘Outstanding’ Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS). Our staff collectively see thousands of people every day in community hospitals, health clinics, schools, children’s centres and in patients’ own homes.
LCHS is an evolving and diverse NHS community trust. We are a vibrant and creative organisation which provides a varied range of clinical services across Lincolnshire. We pride ourselves in putting Patients First and are seeking an enthusiastic individual who shares these values to join our team.
We are rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission 2018 for being a well led and responsive NHS trust and are playing an integral part in shaping the future of health service provision countywide alongside our partner health and social care organisations. The workforce is committed to being adaptable and flexible to cover the needs of the community service to provide first class patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lincolnshire Community Health Service requires all staff to safeguard children, young people, and adults. All staff are required to access the organisational policies, also the Local Safeguarding Children Board and the Local Safeguarding Adults Board policies and procedures that underpin the safeguarding agenda. The safeguarding policies to be followed are found at www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk and www.lincolnshire.gov.uk .
LCHS policies, procedures, and guideline – It is a condition of your employment that as an employee you are expected to adhere to our policies, procedures, and guidelines. These can all be found on the Trusts website.
To assist in the provision of clinical practice and direct care, and to work under indirect supervision to include venepuncture, assisting in nail surgery, routine neurovascular assessments dressings and removal of sutures, NHS health checks, smoking cessation, Weight management, tissue viability screening, long term condition management support
Work towards assisting in the preparation of clinical areas prior to and after patient care
- Monitor and record room temperatures to maintain a safe clinical environment
- Work towards assisting in the preparation of laboratory work and with packaging of specimens
- Under the supervision be responsible for maintaining a clean working environment
- Working towards assist the Podiatrists, when necessary, in clinics and surgeries
- Ability to provide chaperone service for Podiatrists during patient consultations and examinations
- Aid in clinical audit within a podiatry environment
- Working towards demonstrate practical skills in podiatry
- Working towards demonstrating competence in a range of relevant technical and administrative procedures relevant to the role boundaries and scope of practice.
- Work towards understanding and recording detailed patient history
- Working towards following a holistic patient assessment
- Working towards the maintenance of services, information, and operation in a podiatry service
- Working towards communicating clinical findings accurately and reliably
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lincolnshire Community Health Service requires all staff to safeguard children, young people, and adults. All staff are required to access the organisational policies, also the Local Safeguarding Children Board and the Local Safeguarding Adults Board policies and procedures that underpin the safeguarding agenda. The safeguarding policies to be followed are found at www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk and www.lincolnshire.gov.uk .
LCHS policies, procedures, and guideline – It is a condition of your employment that as an employee you are expected to adhere to our policies, procedures, and guidelines. These can all be found on the Trusts website.
To assist in the provision of clinical practice and direct care, and to work under indirect supervision to include venepuncture, assisting in nail surgery, routine neurovascular assessments dressings and removal of sutures, NHS health checks, smoking cessation, Weight management, tissue viability screening, long term condition management support
Work towards assisting in the preparation of clinical areas prior to and after patient care
- Monitor and record room temperatures to maintain a safe clinical environment
- Work towards assisting in the preparation of laboratory work and with packaging of specimens
- Under the supervision be responsible for maintaining a clean working environment
- Working towards assist the Podiatrists, when necessary, in clinics and surgeries
- Ability to provide chaperone service for Podiatrists during patient consultations and examinations
- Aid in clinical audit within a podiatry environment
- Working towards demonstrate practical skills in podiatry
- Working towards demonstrating competence in a range of relevant technical and administrative procedures relevant to the role boundaries and scope of practice.
- Work towards understanding and recording detailed patient history
- Working towards following a holistic patient assessment
- Working towards the maintenance of services, information, and operation in a podiatry service
- Working towards communicating clinical findings accurately and reliably
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Healthcare vocational qualification or equivalent
- Grade 3 in English/Maths or equivalent (such as GCSE grade D or below
- Care Certificate (or willing to work towards)
Skills
Essential
- Basic Computer Skills
- Able to make judgements when there is more than a straightforward choice e.g., smoking cessation, new patient checks and weight management
- Skills within primary/community care procedures such physiological observations
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
Desirable
- A Chaperone skills competency
- Any other additional health and social care related skills attained, such as Moving and handling, IPC, basic life support etc.
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic understanding of the structure and function of a healthy foot and lower limb
- Knowledge of the different forms of communication required with different people in a healthcare environment
- Knowledge of the health and safety required within this specialist role
Desirable
- Knowledge of common disorder affecting the skin and nails of the foot and lower limb
- Knowledge of undertaking a previous vocational level of study
- Knowledge of the Royal College of Podiatry or Health Education standards for foot health workforce
Experience
Essential
- Working at the level of a HCSW within a health and social care environment
- Applying problem solving skills with patients
- Taking personal responsibility for own work and that of the service you have worked in
Desirable
- Transferable skills from other Health and Social Care environments applicable to the role
- Reflective practice
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivation
- Effective communication in a variety of levels and methods
Desirable
- Be able to demonstrate empathy and reassurance
- Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Healthcare vocational qualification or equivalent
- Grade 3 in English/Maths or equivalent (such as GCSE grade D or below
- Care Certificate (or willing to work towards)
Skills
Essential
- Basic Computer Skills
- Able to make judgements when there is more than a straightforward choice e.g., smoking cessation, new patient checks and weight management
- Skills within primary/community care procedures such physiological observations
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
Desirable
- A Chaperone skills competency
- Any other additional health and social care related skills attained, such as Moving and handling, IPC, basic life support etc.
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic understanding of the structure and function of a healthy foot and lower limb
- Knowledge of the different forms of communication required with different people in a healthcare environment
- Knowledge of the health and safety required within this specialist role
Desirable
- Knowledge of common disorder affecting the skin and nails of the foot and lower limb
- Knowledge of undertaking a previous vocational level of study
- Knowledge of the Royal College of Podiatry or Health Education standards for foot health workforce
Experience
Essential
- Working at the level of a HCSW within a health and social care environment
- Applying problem solving skills with patients
- Taking personal responsibility for own work and that of the service you have worked in
Desirable
- Transferable skills from other Health and Social Care environments applicable to the role
- Reflective practice
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivation
- Effective communication in a variety of levels and methods
Desirable
- Be able to demonstrate empathy and reassurance
- Ability to work under pressure
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) .