Podiatry Assistant

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust Podiatry Assistant The closing date is 27 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Surrey Downs Health & Care B3 Podiatry assistant We have an exciting opportunity for a Podiatry assistant to join Surrey Downs Health & Care Podiatry team.The role will include working as part of the Podiatry team providing foot care and education advice to a dedicated caseload of patients referred by a podiatrist.They will also assist the podiatrists whilst working in foot clinics for diagnostics, simple wound dressings and as an assistant in nail surgery.The service is delivered in community clinics, community hospital sites and in care home and domiciliary settings, the successful candidate will be expected to work across these sites and have access to own car. Full training and development support from our inclusive and friendly team will be given.For more information please contact Laura Price Clinical lead Podiatrist laura.price29@nhs.net Main duties of the job To provide a range of clinical, diagnostic and administrative functions To work as an integral member of the podiatry team, providing a high standard of foot care to a pre-assessed caseload of patients. To assist podiatrists to carry out foot care and health promotion activities, to maintain or improve health, independence and quality of life. This requires a general knowledge of all aspects of podiatric practice to know when to refer patients, and successfully manage own caseload. Organise and assist in podiatric clinics. This may include clerical duties such as pre and post op organisation of nail surgery for example. Diagnostic tests as directed by Podiatrists using equipment such as Doppler or toe pressure machines, reporting findings to Podiatrist. To undertake defined administrative responsibilities e.g. stock management for the department, orthotics, ordering and dispatch, collating audit data. About us Surrey Downs Health and Care deliver care closer to people's own communities through our Primary Care Networks, Community Hospitals, Specialist Services and our innovative partnership of local NHS organisations. Surrey Downs Health and Care has a track record of providing person centered care that goes beyond organisational boundaries to do what is best for the individual. This partnership includes: The three GP federations GP Health Partners, Dorking Health Care and Surrey Medical Network representing practices that operate in the Surrey Downs area Epsom and St Helier's University Hospitals NHS Trust Surrey Council County Historically, there have been boundary lines between the organisations that provide care to people in their homes, in GP surgeries and in hospitals, but we have always been united in our mission to provide great care to the people who need us. It's on those grounds that the Surrey Downs Health and Care was formed - we want local people to receive the care that they need in the right environment. By bringing together our expertise, we can improve patient care and enable local people to access the right support, care and treatment more easily than ever before. In bringing this partnership together, we are working to the same set of values that will translate into better care for our residents. Details Date posted 13 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £27,106 to £28,850 a year