General Practitioner

National health service; Playden; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WellBN in Brighton and Hove is recruiting two General Practitioners to join a large multidisciplinary team. You will conduct surgery and telephone consultations, perform home visits, and manage prescriptions while delivering high-quality patient care across three sites.

The post emphasises CPD, clinical governance, and ongoing service development. You will be supported by a robust team and have opportunities to contribute to Enhanced Services and QOF/IIF initiatives within a forward-thinking

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration to practise as a GP in the UK.
• MRCGP or equivalent professional qualification or active membership.
• Demonstrated commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Hold surgery and telephone consultations with patients.
• Perform home visits and manage repeat prescriptions.
• Record clear consultation notes and ensure data quality.
• Prescribe in line with the Practice formulary and manage patient referrals.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Autonomous decision making

Education

GMC registration

MRCGP or equivalent

CPD commitment

Job description

Job summaryWe have an exciting opportunity for two General Practitioners (GP) to join our forward-thinking and dynamic team within Central Brighton and Hove.The roleAs a GP, you will be part of a large and multidisciplinary team of allied health professionals, and your work will be firmly grounded in direct, compassionate care or clinical work with patients, families, and disadvantaged communities.In return, you will receive a robust support system from our dedicated team, with strong support for CPD.Main duties of the jobAs 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.About usAt 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 posted06 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
Depending on experience
DOE
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time,
Part-time,
Flexible working
Reference numberA Job locations18-19Western RoadHoveEast SussexBN3 1AEUnited KingdomBenfield Valley Healthcare HubOld Shoreham RoadPortsladeBrightonBN41 1XRUnited KingdomDoctors Surgery14 Burwash RoadHoveEast SussexBN3 8GQUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWhat we would like you to doClinical Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:Hold surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self- referred or referred from other health care workers within the the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illnessProvide counselling and health educationAdmit or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to
other care providers as appropriateRecord clear consultation notes to agreed standardsCollect data for audit purposesComply and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand- written prescriptions whenever possible)Prescribe in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriateUndertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.Other Responsibilities within the Organisation:Participate in the development and delivery of new services and new models for care in Primary CareAwareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safetyA commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practiceContribute to delivering of Enhanced ServicesContribute to the delivery of QOF/IIF and any other quality performance to evaluation/audit and clinical
standard setting within the organisationContribute to the development of computer-based patient recordsContribute to the summarising of patient records and Read-Coding patient dataAttend training and events organised by the Practice or other agencies, where a training hub, the organisation provides education and development opportunities for medical and non-medical students as well as qualified trainees. You will be expected to contribute actively to training and supervisory activities.You will also be involved in clinical work with neurodiverse patients and trans, non-binary and intersex (TNBI) patients. Full training and support will be provided to ensure confidence and competence in these areas., Job responsibilitiesWhat we would like you to doClinical Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:Hold surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self- referred or referred from other health care workers within the the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illnessProvide counselling and health educationAdmit or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriateRecord clear consultation notes to agreed standardsCollect data for audit purposesComply and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand- written prescriptions whenever
possible)Prescribe in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriateUndertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.Other Responsibilities within the Organisation:Participate in the development and delivery of new services and new models for care in Primary CareAwareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safetyA commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practiceContribute to delivering of Enhanced ServicesContribute to the delivery of QOF/IIF and any other quality performance to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisationContribute to the development of computer-based patient recordsContribute to the summarising of patient records and Read-Coding patient dataAttend training and events organised by the
Practice or other agencies, where a training hub, the organisation provides education and development opportunities for medical and non-medical students as well as qualified trainees. You will be expected to contribute actively to training and supervisory activities.You will also be involved in clinical work with neurodiverse patients and trans, non-binary and intersex (TNBI) patients. Full training and support will be provided to ensure confidence and competence in these areas.Person Specification, Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration
EssentialFull 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).
Knowledge
EssentialSound understanding of current NHS policies and guidelines, including clinical governance.Awareness of safeguarding practices and policies.Knowledge of prescribing protocols and formulary adherence.DesirableFamiliarity with local health services and community resources.
Other Requirements
EssentialCommitment 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.
Personal Attributes
EssentialCommitted 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.
Experience
EssentialProven 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 experience in delivering Enhanced Services or specialised clinics (e.g., hormone clinics, community outreach).Participation in audit and clinical standard-setting initiatives.
Skill and Abilities
EssentialExcellent 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.DesirableAdditional qualifications or special interests that complement the practice's services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialFull 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).
Knowledge
EssentialSound understanding of current NHS policies and guidelines, including clinical governance.Awareness of safeguarding practices and policies.Knowledge of prescribing protocols and formulary adherence.DesirableFamiliarity with local health services and community resources.
Other Requirements
EssentialCommitment 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.
Personal Attributes
EssentialCommitted 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.
Experience
EssentialProven 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 experience in delivering Enhanced Services or specialised clinics (e.g., hormone clinics, community outreach).Participation in audit and clinical standard-setting initiatives.
Skill and Abilities
EssentialExcellent 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.DesirableAdditional qualifications or special interests that complement the practice's services.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see, Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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