Job Description
FCP Podiatrist , Part-Time
Location: Penge (Bromley), Orpington & Crystal Palace, South East London
Hours: Part-Time (3.5 days per week)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent
About Xcel Health Group
Xcel Health Group is one of the fastest-growing Allied Health Professional (AHP) organisations in England, delivering high-quality musculoskeletal and community healthcare services across both the NHS and private sector. With a talented team of over 125 healthcare professionals and support staff, we provide services through a diverse multidisciplinary workforce including: Podiatrists First Contact Practitioners (FCPs) Physiotherapists Occupational Therapists Mental Health Practitioners Health & Wellbeing Coaches Exercise Professionals Clinical Leadership Teams Our clinicians deliver First Contact Practitioner (FCP) services across numerous Primary Care Networks (PCNs) throughout England, while our growing private healthcare division operates modern physiotherapy and specialist clinics across Kent and South East London.
At Xcel Health Group, we invest in our people through clinical development, leadership opportunities and a supportive culture that encourages innovation, learning and exceptional patient care.
About the Role
We are looking for passionate and motivated HCPC Registered Podiatrists to join our expanding clinical team. Whether you are looking for a full-time career opportunity or a flexible part-time role, you'll become part of a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality podiatry services across our South East London clinics. You will assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions while delivering evidence-based treatment and excellent patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of foot and ankle conditions, including medical history, physical examination and clinical investigations where appropriate.
- Diagnose a wide range of podiatric conditions and develop individualised, evidence-based treatment plans.
- Deliver routine podiatry treatments including: Nail care Corn and callus management, Diabetic foot care, Wound management, Verruca treatment Footwear and orthotic advice
- Perform minor surgical procedures where competent, including: Nail surgery, Ingrown toenail procedures, Corn and callus removal
- Educate patients on preventative foot care, self-management and healthy lifestyle advice.
- Maintain accurate, timely and professional clinical records in accordance with HCPC and company standards.
- Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, GPs and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated patient care.
- Participate in clinical audits, service development and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a safe, clean and compliant clinical environment, following infection prevention and control procedures.
- Keep up to date with current clinical evidence through regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Essential Criteria
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Podiatry.
- HCPC Registered Podiatrist.
- Eligible to work in the UK.
- Minimum of 2 years' post-registration clinical experience.
- Excellent knowledge of lower limb anatomy, biomechanics and common podiatric conditions.
- Experience carrying out comprehensive podiatric assessments.
- Strong clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills.
- Experience performing minor surgical procedures including nail surgery.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational and documentation skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Experience working within private practice or community services.
- Experience managing diabetic foot conditions.
- Biomechanics and orthotic prescription experience.
- Local anaesthetic and nail surgery qualification.
- Experience using electronic patient record systems.
Why Join Xcel Health Group?
Joining Xcel Health Group means becoming part of an ambitious organisation that is transforming Allied Health Professional services across England. You'll work alongside experienced clinicians who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care while having access to genuine opportunities for career progression, specialist training and leadership development. If you're looking to make a real impact within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Xcel Health is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Store discount
- UK visa sponsorship
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bromley, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- What is your current notice period ?
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
