BSc Podiatry apprentice

Be responsible for the management and treatment of a caseload of patients across a variety of locations within Torbay and South Devon area, providing a comprehensive assessment of podiatric need, relevant health education, planned podiatric care packages and referral to other health care professionals as required.
To be committed to and undertake the BSc podiatry degree.
To provide high standards of treatment and professionalism and to continue to develop a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
To undertake treatments as part of our fee paying service team

Working for our organisation
Why Work With Us
The podiatry department consists of 51 clinical comprising of Head of Service, Team Leads, Specialist podiatrists, podiatrists, assistant practitioners and clinical support staff . We also have eight administrative staff.
We are an extremely supportive team and aim to innovatively deliver first class lower limb and foot health preventative care across South Devon. We strive to achieve better outcomes for our patients whilst we also actively promote development opportunities for our staff., You will be responsible for the management and treatment of a caseload of patients across a variety of locations within Torbay and South Devon area, providing a comprehensive assessment of podiatric need, relevant health education, planned podiatric care packages and referral to other health care professionals as required.
You will be expected to attend the University of Plymouth BSc apprenticeship programme, combining learning with clinical duties.
To ensure effective communication with patients, relatives and carers
concerning assessment outcomes, treatment options and prognosis where there may be barriers to understanding due to learning difficulties, illness and high anxiety.
Ensure effective communications are maintained and developed with other health and social services professionals and podiatrists in order to promote the podiatry service.
To review current treatments and treatment plans to ensure they fit with
evidence based/ best practice, NICE guidance and national service delivery frameworks.
To achieve Registration with Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) and degree/diploma in Podiatry and local analgesia administration certificate .
To work within the HCPC code of conduct, Trust policies and procedures
and adhere to the Patient's Charter.
To follow departmental Policies, Procedures and Guidelines but have the
discretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional boundaries under delegation.
To be accountable to the Team Leader and assist and undertake duties as
delegated and requested by the team leader.
To attend all mandatory training sessions as required by the Trust.
To ensure clinics are maintained to the highest levels and are suitable
environments for treating patients.
To participate in Individual Performance Review and personal development planning and fulfil CPD requirements identified through IPR.
As a BSc Podiatry apprentice you will receive pay progression as you progress through the 3 year apprenticeship; further information regarding this can be found on the job description.
For further information regarding the role responsibilities and entry requirements, please see full job description and person specification.
You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a 'Staff Carers' policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer's Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
+ We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
+ Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
+ Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
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+ Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
+ If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
+ It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a BSc Degree Podiatry apprentice to join the team and 'learn why they earn'. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual. The apprentice will be required to provide assessment, treatment and interventions for our high risk caseload within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, whilst being supported to undertake the Podiatry degree apprenticeship..
The person will combine working 4 days a week across a range of clinics, hospital and health centres and homes across Torbay and South Devon and undertaking academic study with the University of Plymouth.
Ability to travel around the district as a car owner/driver is essential to be able to undertake home visits.
The post holder will have clinical responsibility for delivering high quality care to a caseload across the Torbay and South Devon area and will be working closely with other community healthcare workers and provider agencies within a variety of care settings including community clinics, domiciliary work , care homes and contribute to the development of the podiatry team.