Podiatry General Support Worker
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
To be confirmed, PL31 2QN
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
13 September 2026
13 days left
Job description
We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable individual to join our caring, progressive Podiatry team in Cornwall, passionate about providing clinica...
The purpose of this post is to work as part of the Podiatry Team to provide general assistant tasks in accordance with Cornwall Partnership Foundation Trust protocols and standards. These tasks may include:
- General social interaction with patients, talking, observing and escalating concerns
- Wiping down of equipment used between patients
- Meet and greet
- Unpacking weekly stock orders and ensuring stock is rotated and in date
- Carrying out delegated duties under the supervision of our trained and experienced staff
- To report any concerns or issues to senior staff in charge
- To make or receive telephones calls to admin, patients, patient's carers or GP surgeries
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Just over 586,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.
Education/Qualification and Relevant Experience
Essential
- Good standard of education including Maths and English
- Level 2 qualification or relevant experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a care setting
Experience/Skills
Essential
- Aware of Health and Safety Legislation
- Awareness of COSHH
- Basic keyboard skills
- Good communication skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good team worker
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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