Vascular Specialist Podiatrist

Job summary
Join a nationally and internationally recognised Leg Circulation Service with an established reputation for innovation, education and excellence in vascular assessment. The service is at the forefront of community-based cardiovascular risk assessment and peripheral arterial disease management, supporting earlier diagnosis, timely intervention and improved patient outcomes.

As a Vascular Specialist Podiatrist, you will provide advanced assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with lower limb vascular conditions, working closely with primary care, secondary care and multidisciplinary colleagues across Greater Manchester. The role offers the opportunity to work within a highly specialised service that influences practice beyond the local area through education, service development and pathway improvement.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake specialist vascular assessment and management of patients presenting with lower limb circulatory conditions, providing expert clinical decision-making and treatment planning within a community setting. The role will contribute to service development, quality improvement, education and multidisciplinary working, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient-centred care.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly regarded specialist service, developing advanced skills while contributing to the ongoing evolution of vascular care pathways.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the duties and responsibilities associated with this post.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details
Date posted: 31 July 2026
Closing date: 10 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum, Pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 349-LCOD-8126602-RL4
Job locations: Harpurhey Health Centre, Church Lane, Manchester, M9 4BE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place
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To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place , simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:
Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
Enhanced with Barred Lists : Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check
Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit the GOV.UK website.

DBS Update Service
Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• BSc in Podiatry
• HCPC Registration
• Certificate in Local Anaesthesia
• Basic Life Support
• Professional Body Membership

Desirable

• MSc (or working towards)
• Accredited Vascular Training
• Independent Prescriber Qualification

Experience
Essential

• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience
• Experience with high-risk patients
• Lower limb vascular assessment
• Triage and referral management
• Audit and governance experience

Desirable

• Education and training experience
• Research experience

Skills
Essential

• Advanced vascular assessment skills
• Interpretation of vascular investigations
• Clinical podiatry expertise
• Communication skills
• IT and electronic patient record skills
• Knowledge of governance and audit

Desirable

• Knowledge of service improvement
• Non-medical prescribing knowledge

Other
Essential

• Autonomous decision making
• Organisation and time management
• Ability to manage complex caseloads
• Team working
• Commitment to CPD
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Research and innovation interest
• Service development experience

Additional information
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.

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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Harpurhey Health Centre, Church Lane, Manchester, M9 4BE, United Kingdom

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Service Manager
Jenna TIlnbury
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