Podiatry Apprentice

This is a developmental apprenticeship role combining academic study with supervised clinical practice across Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust and partner organisations. The post holder will contribute to delivery of podiatry services while progressively developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for HCPC registration. The role supports the four pillars of practice: clinical care, education, leadership, and service development, under appropriate supervision. Clinical Responsibilities • Deliver podiatry care within defined competencies under the supervision of a registered podiatrist • Undertake patient assessment, treatment, and management planning appropriate to level of training • Gain experience managing a wide range of conditions including high-risk foot (including diabetes), vascular, musculoskeletal, wound care, and nail/skin pathologies • Support delivery of care across community, outpatient, domiciliary, and acute settings • Promote patient self-management and provide health education to patients, carers, and families • Recognise changes in patient condition and escalate appropriately Education and Training • Successfully complete the BSc (Hons) Podiatry Degree Apprenticeship, including all academic modules and clinical placements • Attend university (typically one day per week during term time) and participate fully in off-the-job learning • Maintain a portfolio of learning and demonstrate progression through defined competencies • Engage in regular supervision, appraisal, and reflective practice Service Delivery and Team Working • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated patient care • Contribute to service delivery through delegated clinical and non-clinical duties • Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in line with Trust and professional standards • Participate in rota systems, including cross-site and community working where required Quality, Governance and Service Improvement • Adhere to Trust policies, clinical guidelines, and professional standards (HCPC/RCOP) • Participate in audit, service evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives • Maintain awareness of clinical governance, risk, and infection control responsibilities General Responsibilities • Manage workload appropriately with supervision, demonstrating developing prioritisation skills • Use resources efficiently and contribute to value for money in service delivery • Maintain professional behaviour in line with NHS values and Trust expectations • Be flexible to work across sites and service areas in line with service need Job description Job responsibilities This is a developmental apprenticeship role combining academic study with supervised clinical practice across Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust and partner organisations. The post holder will contribute to delivery of podiatry services while progressively developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for HCPC registration. The role supports the four pillars of practice: clinical care, education, leadership, and service development, under appropriate supervision. Clinical Responsibilities • Deliver podiatry care within defined competencies under the supervision of a registered podiatrist • Undertake patient assessment, treatment, and management planning appropriate to level of training • Gain experience managing a wide range of conditions including high-risk foot (including diabetes), vascular, musculoskeletal, wound care, and nail/skin pathologies • Support delivery of care across community, outpatient, domiciliary, and acute settings • Promote patient self-management and provide health education to patients, carers, and families • Recognise changes in patient condition and escalate appropriately Education and Training • Successfully complete the BSc (Hons) Podiatry Degree Apprenticeship, including all academic modules and clinical placements • Attend university (typically one day per week during term time) and participate fully in off-the-job learning • Maintain a portfolio of learning and demonstrate progression through defined competencies • Engage in regular supervision, appraisal, and reflective practice Service Delivery and Team Working • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated patient care • Contribute to service delivery through delegated clinical and non-clinical duties • Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in line with Trust and professional standards • Participate in rota systems, including cross-site and community working where required Quality, Governance and Service Improvement • Adhere to Trust policies, clinical guidelines, and professional standards (HCPC/RCOP) • Participate in audit, service evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives • Maintain awareness of clinical governance, risk, and infection control responsibilities General Responsibilities • Manage workload appropriately with supervision, demonstrating developing prioritisation skills • Use resources efficiently and contribute to value for money in service delivery • Maintain professional behaviour in line with NHS values and Trust expectations • Be flexible to work across sites and service areas in line with service need