Gp Maternity Leave Long-Term Locum (12 Months)

Nhs Scotland; Prestonpans; On-site; GBP 386,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestonpans Group Practice in East Lothian is seeking a GP to cover a 12-month maternity leave locum post, ideally starting 15 February 2027. There is flexibility around start date and 6 sessions/week, or potential split for 2-4 sessions/week.

The practice serves about 10,500 patients and aims to provide high-quality, accessible care with continuity where possible. The team includes 5 GP Partners, 5 Salaried GPs, 1 GP Retainer, and 3 Practice Nurses; teaching opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• GP locum for 12 months maternity leave.
• Start date around 15 February 2027.
• Practice serves ~10,500 patients.
• Pay per session: £280 rising to £290 from 01/04/27.

Job description

Preston Road Prestonpans East Lothian EH32 9QS

GP Maternity Leave Long-Term Locum (12 Months)

6 sessions/week or we are happy to consider splitting the post if you are able to offer 2-4 sessions/week | From 15 February 2027

Prestonpans Group Practice, East Lothian

We are looking for a GP to join our friendly and supportive team for a 12-month maternity leave locum position ideally commencing 15 February 2027. There can be some flexibility around the start date.

Prestonpans Group Practice is a community focused practice serving a growing patient population of approximately 10,500 patients. Our list size is expected to continue to increase with the ongoing development of Blindwells New Town.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, with excellent access to both same-day and pre-bookable appointments. We consistently achieve high levels of patient satisfaction and are committed to providing accessible, responsive healthcare to our community with continuity of care when possible.

Our clinical team currently comprises:

• 5 GP Partners
• 5 Salaried GPs
• 1 GP Retainer
• 3 Practice Nurses providing comprehensive chronic disease management

We are a training practice involved in:

• GP Specialty Training
• FY2 Doctor Training
• Undergraduate Medical Student Teaching

The successful applicant will join a supportive and collaborative team who meet daily for coffee and to discuss clinical issues. There will be opportunities for teaching if desired. We ensure workload is consistent with BMA safe workload limits.

Pay will be £280 per session until 01/04/27 and then £290 per session on a long term locum agreement. Closing date 08/11/26

Shelagh Stewart
GP partner
Email:

- Small Town