Deputy Head of Podiatry and Orthotics

The focus of the role is todeputise for the Head of Podiatry at Divisional and Trust meetings and those relevant to Podiatry outside the Trust. This role will include line management of designated band 7 Podiatrists and surgical appliances officers, prioritisation and scheduling of staffing based on service demands and risk, complaint and incident investigation, as well as taking overall responsibility for the operational management of the orthotics services at QEH and UHL., Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

We place a strong emphasis on the development of staff and their teams with good access to internal and external support for ongoing development.

An opportunity has arisen for a senior experienced podiatrist with proven leadership skills, to join our team at Lewisham and Greenwich Trust. We are looking to recruit a Deputy Head of Podiatry and Orthotics to provide professional leadership, accountability and assist in provision of day-to-day operational and managerial support to the Podiatry & Orthotics Services at LGT., The Podiatry team at LGT is friendly, supportive and motivated to deliver expert patient care across a broad range of specialties. We welcome applications from Podiatrists who are passionate about their profession, and able to communicate effectively across professional boundaries and in different care settings. Excellent leadership skills, drive and an innovative approach will be key attributes for the successful candidate.