A growing Nottinghamshire podiatry clinic is celebrating the internal career leaps of two team members who’ve retrained from completely different industries — one from a chip shop, the other from facilities management — into fully qualified clinical roles.
We Fix Feet, which operates in Beeston and Ilkeston, will open its new seven-room clinic and rehabilitation centre in central Beeston later this year.
As part of its growth, the business has doubled down on its commitment to developing local talent — and two standout stories are already drawing attention.
Jess Bradshaw, who joined the business in 2023 from a local fish and chip shop, began as a client experience officer at the front desk. Just 12 months later, she has completed her Level 4 qualification in Foot Health Practice and now works in the clinical team.
In September 2025, Jess will begin a BSc (Hons) Podiatry Apprenticeship Degree at the University of Plymouth — with full backing and placement support from We Fix Feet.
“I never expected to be doing anything clinical,” said Jess. “But Steve and the team believed in me before I believed in myself. It’s completely changed my future.”
Meanwhile, Darren Bloore, a former facilities manager, has just graduated with First-Class Honours in Podiatry from the University of Huddersfield — and is now a fully HCPC-registered podiatrist and director at We Fix Feet.
“I’d always wanted to do something more people-focused,” Darren said. “Going back to university in my 50s wasn’t easy, but the team here made it possible. I’m proud to now give back through clinical care — and help others grow too.”
“Jess and Darren are proof that with the right attitude and the right support, people can do extraordinary things,” said Steve Carter, director at We Fix Feet. “As we expand, we’re not just building new facilities — we’re building careers.”
The new Beeston facility will feature seven treatment rooms, a rehabilitation gym, and advanced technologies. The business has also introduced a Male Health Clinic.
