Full job descriptionSenior Orthotist- Band 7Band 7Main area

Orthotist
Grade

Band 7
Contract

Permanent: Senior Orthotist- Band 7
Hours
*Part time
*Flexible working
16.66 hours per week
Job ref

321-NOTSS-8179339-B7
Site

Orthotics Department- Oxford University Hospitals- Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre
Town

Oxford
Salary

£49,387 - £56,515 Per Annum/ Pro Rate
Salary period

Yearly
Closing

25/08/2026 23:59
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital , Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.
Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit
Job overviewAre you a passionate and driven Senior Orthotist seeking your next professional opportunity? We are excited to offer a part-time, permanent position within the Orthotics department at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust. This rewarding role provides diverse clinical experience, working across both outpatient and inpatient settings, and spanning a wide variety of specialties.
Please make sure to review the full job description and person specification attached to this advert for comprehensive details.
Main duties of the jobAs a vital part of our team, you will join a supportive group comprising Orthotists, orthotics technicians, and administrators. Our department features an on-site workshop equipped with advanced technology and our workflows for Spinal Orthoses and Functional Foot Orthoses are fully digitalised. The OUH trust is highly motivated to access new cutting-edge orthotic technologies to advance the care of our patients.
We pride ourselves on being an innovative and collaborative team, working closely with clinicians and suppliers across the Trust to develop new and effective patient treatments. The majority of your clinics will be based at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, with occasional opportunities to work within the community.
We strongly encourage multi-disciplinary teamwork, with the Trust managing numerous complex and multi-disciplinary caseloads, including:
· Paediatric Spinal conditions
· Diabetic Foot
· Adult Foot & Ankle
· Neurology
· Gait Analysis
· Paediatrics
Applicants must be HCPC registered, with membership of BAPO preferred.
Applicants with less experience will be considered as a link grade role band 6 to band 7.
Working for our organisationOxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.
We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.
These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles
Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.
If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesPlease make sure to review the full job description and person specification attached to this advert for comprehensive details.
Person specificationCore criteriaEssential criteria*HCPC Registered Orthotist/Prosthetist
*4 years NHS or equivalent clinical experience
*Experience of working within a team
*clinical experience in all areas of orthotics
*B.Sc. Hons in Prosthetics and Orthotics or equivalent
*Experience working in MDT’s
*Evidence of undertaking complex orthotic care
Desirable criteria*Member of BAPO
*Experience in research
*Experience inn education
*Specialist area of orthotic practise
Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles
Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.
If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.
Visa and Immigration : Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK
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