Locum Band 6/7 Podiatrist - Surrey Downs

Job Title: Podiatrist – High‑Risk Foot & Wound Care

Banding: Band 6/7

Location: SDH&C Podiatry – Various Community Sites across Surrey Downs

Start Date: April 2026

Contract Length: April–November 2026

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday (part‑time considered)

Car Driver Required: Yes – must have own vehicle

Job Overview

Pulse is now recruiting an experienced Band 6/7 Podiatrist to join the Surrey Downs Health & Care Podiatry Service. This community‑based role covers multiple sites across the Surrey Downs locality and focuses on delivering high‑quality care to patients with high‑risk feet, foot ulceration, and complex wound‑care needs.

The successful clinician will work autonomously across community clinics and undertake some home visits, providing specialist podiatric assessment and treatment to prevent deterioration and support safe, effective management of high‑risk foot conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist podiatric assessment and treatment for patients with high‑risk feet
• Deliver wound care and manage complex foot ulceration
• Undertake home visits where clinically required
• Work across multiple community sites within Surrey Downs
• Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning for patients with long‑term conditions
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Support service pathways aimed at preventing hospital admission and reducing risk of deterioration

Requirements

• HCPC‑registered Podiatrist
• Experience in wound care and high‑risk foot management
• Competence in managing foot ulceration and complex podiatric presentations
• Ability to work independently across community settings
• Car driver with own vehicle (essential)
• Experience completing home visits (desirable)
• Strong communication and clinical‑decision‑making skills

Why Pulse?

Pulse offers a personalised, specialist recruitment experience. Our consultants understand your clinical field and work closely with you to secure roles that align with your skills, goals, and availability. We provide access to exclusive opportunities across the UK and ongoing support throughout your placement.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role or would like to explore similar opportunities, please get in touch or submit your CV to speak with one of our dedicated consultants.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know so we can support you appropriately.

International Recruitment Notice

Please note: We are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

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