Specialist PodiatristThe closing date is 13 August 2026Job summaryDo you share our Health Board values; Caring for each other, Working together, Always improving? If so, we would love hear from you. We have an opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced Podiatrist to join our friendly and supportive team working in the Bridgend area. The role will offer the opportunity to use and develop your professional skills and experience in a range of community settings. Clinic sessions will include assessing and treating a range of podiatric pathologies, musculoskeletal Podiatry assessment, wound management, referrals for nail surgery and other onward referrals, all underpinned by providing patient self-management support.
Main duties of the jobEffectively managing a Podiatry clinical caseload of clients with complex needs using evidence based client centred principals to assess, plan, implement and evaluate podiatric interventions in community settings and other setting as required. Supporting positive behavioural changes and empowering self- management.
The autonomous assessment, development of treatment plans and signposting as appropriate of a wide range of Podiatry patients with both routine and complex health problems including musculoskeletal podiatry, wound management, nail surgery.
Use of evidence based, client centred principals to assess, plan, implement and evaluate podiatric interventions in the hospital and community setting.
Single handed, autonomous assessment, diagnosis and development of care and treatment plans for low and high risk of crisis patients in primary and community care settings.
Involvement in research and local clinical audit to measure and monitor in relation to intervention evaluation.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About usWe believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
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We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
DetailsDate posted: 31 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 130-AHP073-0726
Job locations: Quarella Road Clinic, Bridgend, CF31 4LN
Job responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or apply through our website to view in Trac.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- BSc (Hons) Podiatry or equivalent
- HCPC registered
- LA Certificate
- Evidence of current relevant CPD
Desirable- Supplementary or Independent Prescriber
- Post Grad Qualifications
- Registered on Masters programme
ExperienceEssential- Post Grad employment as B5 or B6 Podiatrist
- Undertaking clinical audit and/or research
Desirable- Supervision of junior staff
- Delivering training
AbilitiesEssentialDesirableOtherEssential- Ability to travel to undertake role
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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.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.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.Employer detailsEmployer name: Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address: Quarella Road Clinic, Bridgend, CF31 4LN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Assistant Head of Podiatry and Orthotics, Kathryn Brenton
Email: Kathryn.Brenton@wales.nhs.uk
Phone: 03003000024