General Practitioner

Practice Plus Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 121,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a General Practitioner to join their Primary Care team in a men's prison. The successful candidate will deliver healthcare and support patients with diverse needs. Ideal for those looking to work in a challenging environment with opportunities for professional development. Salary ranges between £110,775 and £120,787 per annum FTE depending on experience.

Benefits

Bespoke induction training

Career development opportunities

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Experience as a General Practitioner in community practice.
• Ability to handle patients with a history of substance misuse.
• Willingness to undertake RCGP Certificates in Substance Misuse.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class healthcare to diverse patients.
• Provide clinical assessment and timely decision-making.
• Support the healthcare team in clinical governance.

Skills

Experience with substance misuse

Clinical assessment and diagnosis

Evidence of continuing professional development

Ability to work with diverse patient groups

Education

MBChB or MBBS

Inclusion on the GMC Register and GP Performers List

Job description

Job Location

Walton, Liverpool, Merseyside, England, L9

Pay between £110,775 and £120,787 per annum FTE - DOE

Hours: Full time

Contract: Permanent

Role: General Practitioner

Posted: 13 Sep 2025

Closes: 13 Oct 2025

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a General Practitioner to join our Primary Care team at HMP Altcourse, a Category B men's prison and young offenders institution based in the Fazakerley area of Liverpool in Merseyside. Ideal applicants would be experienced general practitioners who have prior experience prescribing for and supporting patients with substance misuse needs. HMP Altcourse is a fast paced environment where you will work closely with a full multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality patient care.

Hours

• 8am-9pm Monday to Friday
• 2pm-6pm Saturdays

We have 2 roles available; these hours will be worked as a job share.

Salary

This position is part time; you will receive an annual salary between £110,775 and £120,787 per annum FTE, depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK and, due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

What you will be doing

Our General Practitioners are highly valued and are respected members of the Prison Healthcare community. Responsibilities will vary, and you will:

• Deliver first class healthcare to a diverse group of patients, with opportunities to develop knowledge in areas not typically experienced within a standard practice or A&E environment
• Provide clinical assessment and diagnosis, making timely decisions regarding future management
• Provide a highly specialist resource to other members of the healthcare team at the site, with active involvement in clinical governance and effectiveness activities

Additional information

• There are opportunities for career development, including internal and external options for development and learning
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed

What we look for

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a difference across multiple prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. We are the UK’s leading independent provider of NHS services to patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first.

• MBChB or MBBS
• Inclusion on the GMC Register and GP Performers List
• Evidence of engagement with annual appraisal
• Experience working as a General Practitioner in community general practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Ability to work with patients with a history of substance misuse
• RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse 1 and 2, or willingness to undertake these qualifications

Secure environments are challenging but rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you are looking for a role to develop your skills in a dynamic environment, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Note: This description reflects the information provided in the original listing and has been reformatted for clarity and accessibility.