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- 5GCSEsat Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. plus a level 3 qualification as below:
- Access to Higher Education in Science or Health Studies (Level 3) or
- BTEC - Science, Sports and exercise science, sports therapy and beauty therapy or health science (Level 3) or
- 2 x A levels to include Science or health related subject (Level 3)
- To attend University and clinical placements as set out in the degree programme.
- To complete and pass academic modules and clinical placements to the required standard in order to progress through the programme.
- To ensure timely achievement of assignments and assessments in accordance with the academic programme requirements.
- To gain experience during the period of the apprenticeship in a wide range of clinical areas.
- To participate in tripartite reviews, with the University and the employer. These are a requirement of the apprenticeship.
- To gain experience during the period of apprenticeship in a wide range of clinical areas including diabetes, rheumatology, biomechanics, tissue viability, nail surgery and wound management.
- To attend University and clinical placements as set out in the degree programme.
- To complete and pass academic modules and clinical placements to the required standard in order to progress through the programme.
- To ensure timely achievement of assignments and assessments in accordance with the academic programme requirements.
- To gain experience during the period of the apprenticeship in a wide range of clinical areas.
- To participate in tripartite reviews, with the University and the employer. These are a requirement of the apprenticeship.
- To gain experience during the period of apprenticeship in a wide range of clinical areas including diabetes, rheumatology, biomechanics, tissue viability, nail surgery and wound management.
- o5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. PLUS oAccess to Higher Education in Science or Health Studies (Level 3)
- o5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. PLUS ooBTEC - Science, Sports and exercise science, sports therapy and beauty therapy or health science (Level 3)
- o5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. PLUS o2 x A levels to include Science or health related subject ((Level 3)
- oCar owner/driver or ability to travel between community bases and home visits
- oAn understanding of the role of the profession
- oExperience of working within a care environment or with the relevant patient group
- oPrior experience in a healthcare setting
- oBasic IT skills
- oAbility to work as part of a team
- oEffective communication and listening skills
- o5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. PLUS oAccess to Higher Education in Science or Health Studies (Level 3)
- o5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. PLUS ooBTEC - Science, Sports and exercise science, sports therapy and beauty therapy or health science (Level 3)
- o5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C including English Language, Maths and a Science. PLUS o2 x A levels to include Science or health related subject ((Level 3)
- oCar owner/driver or ability to travel between community bases and home visits
- oAn understanding of the role of the profession
- oExperience of working within a care environment or with the relevant patient group
- oPrior experience in a healthcare setting
- oBasic IT skills
- oAbility to work as part of a team
- oEffective communication and listening skills
Job summary
A really exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified, enthusiastic and positive individual to undertake a podiatry degree through an apprenticeship programme running in collaboration with the University of Plymouth starting in September 2024.
You will learn your academic content online and your clinical supervision / learning will all take place within the CCICP Podiatry location supported by experienced colleagues.
This is a development role via the Podiatry Apprenticeship standard. You will work towards successful completion of a BSc (Hons) degree in Podiatry and recognition by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) as an Allied Health Professional AHP Podiatrist via an approved University. You will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of a Podiatrist through your apprenticeship within the service as well as through completion of the Plymouth Podiatry Apprenticeship training programme.
The apprenticeship is 3 years in duration giving you a BSc (Hons) degree in Podiatry upon completion. At the end of 3 years - on successful completion of the programme - you will also be offered a permanent Band 5 position in the dynamic CCICP Podiatry team, alongside gaining your HCPC registration.
Please ensure that you provide details of your GCSEs in your application, as these are required for the post.
Main duties of the job
The position is being offered with a salary on the Band 3 agenda for change scale, and you will be supported by the amazing CCICP Podiatry team who will ensure you are looked after and developed as a podiatrists.
The successful individual will be expected to attend Plymouth University remotely one day per week during term time.
You will also be expected to travel between all CCICP clinic bases as part of your clinical on the job training, so a car driver is essential to this role.
What do podiatrists do!!
We improve the comfort, mobility and independence of people with foot problems.
We work closely with elderly people and their foot conditions.
We look after people with high-risk conditions such as diabetes.
We look after children with neurological problems.
We treat biomechanical problems, and CCICP is part of an international study looking at improving diabetic feet using revolutionary computer designed insoles.
Required Qualifications
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford. Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System. As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Details
Date posted
29 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,625 to £25,674 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
412-COMM-7062353
Job locations
Eagle Bridge Health and Wellbeing Centre
Dunwoody Way
Crewe
CW1 1AT
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The person we are looking for will be: caring, compassionate, competent and have excellent communication skills and commitment to the programme. You will be a great team player, able to work with other clinical disciplines to ensure patient safety and quality of care. You will also love working with people, enjoy the challenges and rewards of working in health care, and be a positive problem solver.
To support the Podiatry staff in providing an innovative and high-quality service in an environment that enhances client care.
Education and training
Alternative qualifications and experience working in the health care sector will be considered.
You will need a flexible approach and will require well developed communication skills and a team based approach as you progress on your apprenticeship journey.
Candidates must also be able to engage in effective communication with patients, relatives and carers to obtain and provide relevant health information which will be sensitive and sometimes complex. You will at all times be an advocate for the Podiatry Service team ensuring the highest standards are always demonstrated.
Please see the 2 links below for further information about the role of a podiatrist.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxGLx6qwZOs
https://rcpod.org.uk/become-a-podiatrist/what-is-a-podiatrist
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The person we are looking for will be: caring, compassionate, competent and have excellent communication skills and commitment to the programme. You will be a great team player, able to work with other clinical disciplines to ensure patient safety and quality of care. You will also love working with people, enjoy the challenges and rewards of working in health care, and be a positive problem solver.
To support the Podiatry staff in providing an innovative and high-quality service in an environment that enhances client care.
Education and training
Alternative qualifications and experience working in the health care sector will be considered.
You will need a flexible approach and will require well developed communication skills and a team based approach as you progress on your apprenticeship journey.
Candidates must also be able to engage in effective communication with patients, relatives and carers to obtain and provide relevant health information which will be sensitive and sometimes complex. You will at all times be an advocate for the Podiatry Service team ensuring the highest standards are always demonstrated.
Please see the 2 links below for further information about the role of a podiatrist.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxGLx6qwZOs
https://rcpod.org.uk/become-a-podiatrist/what-is-a-podiatrist
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Qualifications
Essential
Physical requirment
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Skills
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Qualifications
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Physical requirment
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Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Eagle Bridge Health and Wellbeing Centre
Dunwoody Way
Crewe
CW1 1AT
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Eagle Bridge Health and Wellbeing Centre
Dunwoody Way
Crewe
CW1 1AT
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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