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Job Overview
Oxleas established a highly regarded musculoskeletal (MSK) service in partnership with King’s College Hospital for Bexley ICB. We have taken this excellent work forward in a new alliance partnership working with the ICB and local secondary care providers. This is to continue to provide rapid triage, assessment and treatment for Bexley residents with MSK conditions and MSK rehabilitation needs, linking with other services to ensure the right treatment is delivered in the right place and time.
The service has previously won the Bexley CCG mystery shopper patient experience award for two years running, the Bexley Care team of the year in the annual Oxleas recognition awards in 2017/18, and the Bexley team of the Quarter award in 2021.
Company Information
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is a major healthcare provider offering a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies.
Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children’s centres, schools and people’s homes.
About the Trust
We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs.
We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.
Job Details
Position Information
We are looking for an enthusiastic Podiatrist who is looking for a path into Musculoskeletal care, with structured training and support available for the right candidate to grow into the role. You will work closely with a large team of Podiatrists, Podiatric Surgeons, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists to deliver gold standard care to people living with MSK foot and ankle pain.
Working Pattern
This is a permanent, full-time position with flexible working arrangements available. The role is based at Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup.
Salary and Benefits
The position is offered on the Agenda for change pay scale with a salary ranging from £35,763 to £43,466 per annum, inclusive. The Trust also offers a comprehensive benefits package including the NHS pension scheme.
Clinical Responsibilities
Main Duties
In your clinical role you will be supported to:
- Assess and diagnose a wide range of MSK foot and ankle conditions
- Issue tailored rehabilitation exercise programmes to support recovery
- Know when and how to use prefabricated and custom foot orthoses
- Administer shockwave therapy for recalcitrant pathology
- Receive structured support from senior staff to know when to refer for clinical investigations (such as x-ray, MRI, diagnostic ultrasound, blood tests and nerve conduction studies)
Support Available
We provide comprehensive support structures to help you develop in this role, including:
- Large multidisciplinary team with daily support
- No lone working
- AHP preceptorship programme
- Weekly 1:1 supervision sessions
- Weekly group supervision sessions
- Twice monthly in-service training programme
- Access to external CPD
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Requirements
- BSc Podiatry
- Shows knowledge and awareness of MSK Podiatry
- Excellent communication skills
- Awareness how to navigate health inequalities
Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For overseas applicants, it is important to note that you will need to obtain registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice as a Podiatrist in the UK. The Trust will support with this process where possible.
Development Opportunities
We are looking for the right candidate to grow into this role, and previous staff have been successful at interview for more senior posts after completing the Band 5 MSK training role. The Trust is committed to the professional development of its staff and offers numerous career progression pathways.
International Applicants
Certificate of Sponsorship
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to offer a Certificate of Sponsorship to eligible international candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK. 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.
Visa Requirements
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.
Disclosure and Barring Service
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.
How to Apply
Application Process
Please apply via the NHS Jobs website. Applications must be submitted by the closing date of 18 November 2025.
Apply Instructions
To apply for this position, please follow these steps:
- Visit the NHS Jobs website and search for job reference number OXLEAS2025-001
- Create an account or log in to your existing NHS Jobs account
- Complete the online application form with your personal details and employment history
- Upload your CV and covering letter addressing the person specification criteria
- Submit your application by 23:59 on the closing date
International Applicant Checklist
- Verify your eligibility for a Skilled Worker visa with the employer
- Prepare your CV with detailed information about your education and experience
- Gather required documents including qualifications, professional registration, and English language proficiency evidence
- Obtain criminal record certificates from all countries where you have lived for 12 months or more in the past 10 years
- Prepare for a potential video interview due to location constraints
- Ensure you have the right to work in the UK or are eligible for sponsorship
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact Heather Ritchie (Service Lead and Operational Manager) at heatherritchie@nhs.net or 02039107359.
Employer Details
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Queen Mary’s Hospital
Frognal Avenue
Sidcup
DA14 6LT
For more information about the Trust, please visit our website at http://oxleas.nhs.uk/
Privacy Notice
We handle your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For information about how we process your data, please refer to Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust’s privacy notice for applicants available on our website.
How to Apply
Apply Instructions
To apply for this position, please follow these steps:
- Visit the NHS Jobs website and search for job reference number OXLEAS2025-001
- Create an account or log in to your existing NHS Jobs account
- Complete the online application form with your personal details and employment history
- Upload your CV and covering letter addressing the person specification criteria
- Submit your application by 23:59 on the closing date
Visa Information
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is a licensed UK sponsor and can provide a Certificate of Sponsorship to eligible international candidates. Please note that visa sponsorship is subject to meeting UK Visas and Immigration requirements including English language proficiency and salary thresholds. All sponsorship decisions are made at the Trust’s discretion.