Diabetes Specialist Podiatrist

Job summary We are seeking to recruit a full-time diabetes specialist podiatrist on a permanent contract. A band 6-7 progression post, and bank podiatrist opportunities would also be considered. This exciting opportunity involves working with our friendly, well established multidisciplinary team, including diabetes consultants, podiatrists, a podiatry assistant, vascular and orthopaedic surgeons, orthotists, plaster technicians, dieticians and diabetes specialist nurses. The post holder will join the team in providing expert care to a high-risk group of patients with complex diabetic foot disease in outpatient clinics and within the inpatient setting, including assessing and treating acute foot problems in the emergency department (ED). We also run as an SDEC (same day emergency clinic) providing an acute service to help support community colleagues and relieve pressures in the ED. Addenbrooke's hospital is a regional vascular centre and a tertiary centre for complex diabetic foot disease and the post holder will be required to liaise closely with a wide range of health care professionals across primary and secondary care. There will also be an opportunity to work closely with a highly experienced foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon, assisting with post op orthopaedic care and treatment. Main duties of the job You will be registered with the HCPC and have excellent knowledge and understanding in the assessment, diagnosis and management of diabetic foot disease alongside excellent clinical skills. However, applications are also welcome from those with less experience working in this setting, if willing and motivated to learn and develop. To meet service demand, we are ideally looking for a podiatrist to work Monday - Friday doing 7.5 hour days. However, we will consider an alternative/flexible working pattern. To be responsible for the independent assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to patients with diabetes affected by a wide range of co-existing complications and morbidities. These include neuropathy, vascular disease, cardiac and renal failure, dementia, acute and chronic infection. Care will be provided in a range of settings including out-patients, medical and surgical in-patient wards and the Emergency Department. See further details on the job description . About us Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background. Details Date posted 17 June 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 Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 180-D-263113 Job locations Addenbrookes Hospital-Division D Hills Road Cambridge CB2 0QQ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment This vacancy will close at midnight on 25th June 2026 Interviews are due to be held on 9th July 2026 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment This vacancy will close at midnight on 25th June 2026 Interviews are due to be held on 9th July 2026 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site