Gp

Primary Care Careers; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Rectory Road Surgery (formerly The Hollies) in Ipswich is seeking an experienced GP to act as Clinical Lead. The role is offered on a part-time basis with 68 sessions per week negotiable, working with Highlands Surgery to drive service improvement and safe, patient-centred care.

The role involves leading clinical governance, supervising staff, and contributing to strategy and innovation while ensuring high standards of care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and license to practice.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Performers List.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across the practice.
• Lead clinical governance, quality improvement, and patient safety.
• Support development and delivery of high-quality patient care services.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to embed quality improvement measures.
• Supervise and mentor clinical staff.
• Contribute to practice strategy, service development and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements.
• Provide clinics and duty cover with leadership time allocated.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Patient safety

Mentoring

Education

GMC registration

Performers List

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and forward-thinking GP to take on the role of Clinical Lead at Rectory Road Surgery (formerly The Hollies), now under the leadership of Highlands Surgery. This is offered on 68 sessions per week (negotiable).

Main duties of the job

This is a leadership role supporting the ongoing development and transformation of the practice, ensuring delivery of high-quality, safe, and patient-centred care. The successful candidate will work closely with the Partners and multidisciplinary team to embed strong clinical governance and drive service improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight across the practice
• Lead on clinical governance, quality improvement, and patient safety
• Support the development and delivery of high-quality patient care services
• Work collaboratively with the Practice Manager and leadership team at Highlands Surgery to embed quality improvement measures
• Supervise, support, and mentor clinical staff
• Contribute to practice strategy, service development, and innovation
• Support compliance with CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements
• Provide clinics and duty cover as needed with time each week allocated to the leadership element of the role.

About us

Rectory Road Surgery (formerly The Hollies) is currently on an exciting improvement and transformation journey under the leadership of Highlands Surgery. This includes strengthening clinical leadership, embedding robust governance processes, improving access for patients, and enhancing overall quality of care. Together, we are focused on strengthening clinical services, improving patient access, and delivering safe, effective, and responsive care to our local population. We are supported by a multidisciplinary team including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and administrative staff, all working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

We are focused on building a resilient and sustainable service, supported by a strong multidisciplinary team and clear strategic direction. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact, shape the future of the practice, and be part of a positive and progressive change programme.

Details

Date posted: 15 October 2026

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 30012-1

Closing date: 12 November 2026

Person Specification

Experience

• Essential: Significant experience in general practice
• Essential: Strong clinical decision-making skills
• Essential: Experience in supporting or leading clinical teams
• Essential: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Essential: Commitment to high standards of patient care
• Desirable: Previous leadership or clinical lead experience
• Desirable: Experience in clinical governance and quality improvement
• Desirable: Interest in service redesign and innovation
• Desirable: Experience in teaching, mentoring, or supervision

Qualifications

• Essential: Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and license to practice
• Essential: Inclusion on the NHS England Performers List

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

UK Registration

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Recruitment Team, Rectory Road Surgery, [e-mail], 01206918760