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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern is Monday to Friday
Pre-Registration Podiatry: Accessible Recruitment & Employment (PREPARE) Trainee
Applications are sought from highly motivated individuals seeking a new opportunity to join the largest Podiatry service in Scotland.
As part of the Pre-Registration Podiatry; Accessible Recruitment & Employment (PREPARE) Project, we are offering an innovative opportunity to undertake a BSc (Hons) Podiatry degree whilst maintaining full time employment and being fully integrated within service delivery. This employment is offered on the successful undertaking of a 4 year training period and as such successful candidates must meet the eligibility criteria to undertake the graduate degree as offered by the services’ identified Scottish Higher Education Institute.
This post is offered on a trainee appointment and in line with Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions Handbook. Continuation of employment on a substantive basis as a qualified Podiatrist is subject to successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Podiatry over 4 consecutive years and professional registration with Health & Care Profession Council (HCPC).
As a large single service including Podiatry Assistants, Specialist and Advanced Podiatrists NHSGG&C is great opportunity to develop skills and build a career.
The Podiatry Service aims to deliver high quality care to patients and their carers thorough the provision of triage, assessment, diagnosis and treatment to a diverse range of conditions and patient types in a variety of environments.
The service is patient centred and needs led with clinical assessment and diagnosis leading to management plans tailored to meet the needs of individual patients. There is a focus on rehabilitation with a self-care element included in treatment plans where appropriate.
Excellent communication skills, high levels of motivation, self-discipline and an ability to demonstrate caring and compassion are essential to this role.
This opportunity is offered on a full time basis. Applicants must note this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker Visa or a Health & Care Worker Visa. NHSGGC Cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this training programme.
Further information can be found here.
A virtual information session is scheduled for Monday 19th February from 5pm to 6.15pm click here to join the meeting. Attendance is advised.
Informal Contact: Pamela Price, Clinical Education Coordinator and Prepare Project Lead, Tel No:07977506253
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
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