Salaried GP

Job summary

We are a welcoming, progressive, and highly supportive training practice based in West Sussex. Our team works across two purpose-built buildings, offering a relaxed and friendly working environment close to both the stunning South Downs National Park and local beaches.

We have a strong and stable partnership, supported by a dedicated team of skilled clinicians and non-clinical staff. As part of our continued growth in the local area, we are excited to offer a new position and are looking for a motivated individual eager to join our expanding workforce.

We are offering up to 8 sessions per week, including participation in the duty rota. The role comes with a highly competitive salary, and we are open to discussing future progression opportunities.

Salary will be based on experience, but we pride ourselves on being fair and flexible in our negotiations.

Responsibilities

The main duties of the role include running regular GP clinics and participating in the duty doctor rota.

We actively encourage the successful candidate to engage in regular audit work and contribute to identifying opportunities for improving patient care. We are also committed to supporting professional development where it enhances the role and benefits our patients.

About us

Established in 1974, we are a well-regarded training practice serving approximately 12,500 patients across two sites—Yapton and Middleton-on-Sea. Our clinical team includes 3 GP Partners and 5 Salaried GPs, all committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care.

Job description

The successful candidate will work as an autonomous practitioner, delivering high-quality medical services to our patients in line with the GMS contract. You will be responsible for providing excellent clinical care and maintaining the highest standards of practice.

In addition, the role involves upholding GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, and fostering a positive, collaborative working relationship with our multidisciplinary team.

Person specification and considerations

We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates the following qualities and qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal – with a clear, polite telephone manner and strong interpersonal abilities.
• Effective time management, supporting consistent and high-quality patient care.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with support always available when needed.
• Commitment to clinical governance, including adherence to policies and procedures, and an interest in shaping these to promote safe and effective practice.
• Experience in clinical risk management is essential.
• Familiarity with SystmOne is desirable.
• Fully qualified GP, holding:
  • MRCGP
  • Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent (JCPTGP)
  • Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
• Full GMC registration and inclusion on the National Performers List.
• Appropriate medical indemnity cover (provided by the practice via MDDUS).
• Eligibility to practice independently in the UK, with experience in a primary care setting.
• Experience with QOF and clinical audit is highly beneficial, along with a working understanding of the GMS contract.
• Enhanced DBS check will be required.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website