General Practice

General Practitioner Maternity Leave Cover

WellBN

Hove

Salary

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Posted

2 weeks ago

About the role

Join us in January 2027 as we launch a new organisation, with a rebrand & new management. Be part of an exciting period of change. Bring your experience & ideas to a progressive practice, with mentoring & support throughout your contract. GREAT CARE. STRONG SUPPORT. 15-minute routine appointments: time to consult properly. Non-duty sessions: 12 appointments plus 10 minutes for admin. One paid weekly admin session, with the option to work from home. Pro-rata duty rota managing online requests; infrequent home visits. SystmOne and Accurx Triage, supported by pharmacy and multidisciplinary teams. Fixed-term maternity cover, anticipated to last one year from January 2027, with the possibility of a permanent role. SUPPORT TO DEVELOP Mentoring, clinical support and CPD. Develop your interests and contribute ideas while maintaining continuity of patient care. A DIVERSE COMMUNITY. A STRONG TEAM. Around 25,500 patients across Brighton, Hove and Portslade. Pharmacy, paramedic and nursing colleagues support our work. Training is provided for working with neurodiverse, trans, non-binary and intersex patients. WHO WERE LOOKING FOR Full GMC registration; MRCGP or equivalent; general practice experience; safe clinical judgement; a collaborative, inclusive approach; and commitment to CPD, safeguarding and clinical governance. UK work eligibility and ability to work across all three sites are essential. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and can discuss reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

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As a GP, your clinical responsibilities include conducting surgery and telephone consultations, managing queries, home visits, repeat prescriptions, and timely correspondence. You will make autonomous decisions for self-referred and referred patients, assess undiagnosed health concerns, screen for disease risks, provide counselling, and deliver health education. You will admit or discharge patients, refer to other care providers, and ensure consultation notes and data meet agreed standards. Responsibilities include issuing computer-generated prescriptions, adhering to the Practice prescribing formulary, and fulfilling duties expected of a GP in primary care. Organisational responsibilities involve participating in developing and delivering new services and care models, adhering to Practice policies (e.g., prescribing, confidentiality, data protection), and committing to ongoing learning and evidence-based best practices. You will contribute to Enhanced Services, QOF/IIF initiatives, audits, and clinical standard setting. Additional duties include maintaining and developing patient records, summarising and Read-Coding data, and attending relevant training and events. This role requires a commitment to quality care, continuous improvement, and teamwork in a dynamic and supportive environment.

At WellBN, we are committed to transforming healthcare by putting creativity and community at the heart of our practice. Following the merger of two healthcare centres, we have become a diverse and innovative practice operating across three sites: Brunswick and Burwash in Hove, and Benfield in Portslade. With a patient population of 25,500, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality care to all, particularly focusing on disadvantaged populations. From hormone clinics to community outreach programs, we strive to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of our patients.

Person specification

Essential

Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC). Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) or equivalent. Evidence of commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Proven experience working as a GP in a primary care setting. Experience in managing a range of undifferentiated and undiagnosed clinical conditions. Experience with Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other quality performance initiatives.
Sound understanding of current NHS policies and guidelines, including clinical governance. Awareness of safeguarding practices and policies. Knowledge of prescribing protocols and formulary adherence.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion, aligned with the practices ethos. Ability to work between the practices three sites as required. Eligible to work in the UK. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
Committed to providing compassionate and high-quality care to all patients, including those from disadvantaged communities. Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to contribute to new services and care models. Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.
Excellent diagnostic and clinical skills. Ability to work autonomously while making safe, evidence-based decisions. Competent in using electronic patient record systems and clinical coding. Strong communication skills to effectively counsel, educate, and build rapport with patients and multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrated ability to contribute to service improvement and development.

Desirable

Previous experience in delivering Enhanced Services or specialised clinics (e.g., hormone clinics, community outreach). Participation in audit and clinical standard-setting initiatives.
Familiarity with local health services and community resources.
Additional qualifications or special interests that complement the practice's services.