Maternity Cover GP Fixed Term (6 months)

NHS; Batley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A northern NHS practice seeks an enthusiastic GP for a 6-month maternity cover role with potential for extension. You'll provide essential patient consultations and services while working in a supportive and compassionate team. Ideal candidates are dedicated to delivering high-quality care, with opportunities for professional development and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid medical degree and GMC registration.
• Experience in using SystemOne is essential.
• Commitment to high standards of clinical care required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surgery and telephone consultations.
• Manage repeat prescriptions and patient queries.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team for patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Surgery consultations

Prescribing

Education

Medical Degree (MBBS/MBChB)

GMC Registration

Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP)

Tools

SystemOne

Job description

Maternity Cover GP Fixed Term (6 months)

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Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated GP to join our friendly and supportive practice team for a maternity locum role.

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated GP to join our friendly and supportive practice team for a maternity locum role.

This part time position is 4 clinical sessions per week on a fixed-term contract. The post is for an initial 6 months period with the possibility of an extension for a further 6 months. We would be looking for the successful candidate to start in July or early August 2025. There is some flexibility around the working days

We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to delivering high-quality, patient centred care.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions, paperwork, and correspondence in a timely manner.

About Us

Situated deep in the heart of the finest part of old Batley, and as such part of the local conservation area, our building has been a surgery for over 100 years, expanding and adapting to changes in medicine and the increasing population of the town.

We are a well established 3 partner GP practice service 9000+ patients across 2 sites. Our multidisciplinary team includes nurses, pharmacists, healthcare assistants, as well as experienced administrative and reception team.

As an accredited training practice, we provide education for GP trainees. Our team includes experienced trainers committed to mentoring the next generation of clinicians.

Our experienced practice nursing team lead on chronic disease management.

We invite you to meet us, experience our practice first-hand, and see the positive impact we make on our patients' lives.

Details

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A1570-25-0000

Job locations

Soothill Lane

Batley

West Yorkshire

WF17 5SS

Chickenley Medical Centre

Walnut Lane

Dewsbury

West Yorkshire

WF12 8NJ

Job Description

Job responsibilities

The Following Are The Core Responsibilities Of The Salaried GP. There May Be On Occasion, a Requirement To Carry Out Other Tasks; This Will Be Dependent Upon Factors Such As Workload And Staffing Levels:

• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the practice population
• The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Effective management of long-term conditions
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
• Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) of the QOF
• Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Prepare and complete the revalidation process
• Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all time
  
  

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Following Are The Core Responsibilities Of The Salaried GP. There May Be On Occasion, a Requirement To Carry Out Other Tasks; This Will Be Dependent Upon Factors Such As Workload And Staffing Levels:

• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the practice population
• The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Effective management of long-term conditions
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
• Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) of the QOF
• Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Prepare and complete the revalidation process
• Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all time
  
  

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• This role requires a highly skilled and compassionate medical professional committed to delivering excellent primary care within the NHS framework.
• Medical Degree: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS/MBChB) or equivalent medical qualification from a recognised university.
• GMC Registration: Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a current Licence to Practise.
• GP Register: Included on the GMC GP Register.
• CCT/CEGPR: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice or Certificate Confirming Eligibility for GP Registration (CEGPR).
• National Performers List: Included on or eligible for inclusion on the National Medical Performers List for England.
• Indemnity: Appropriate medical defence indemnity (e.g., MPS/MDU).
• Right to Work: Eligibility to work independently in the UK.
• Immunisation Status: Satisfactory immune status for relevant viruses (e.g., Hepatitis B).
• MRCGP: Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) (essential for CCT holders).
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Experience of medicines management
• General understanding of the GMS contract
  
  

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using SystemOne
• Committed to high standards of clinical care
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of working in a GP practice
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience of using SystemOne
• Committed to high standards of clinical care
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of working in a GP practice
  
  

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 (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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 (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Grove House Surgery

Address

Soothill Lane

Batley

West Yorkshire

WF17 5SS

Employer's website

http://www.grovehousesurgerybatley.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Grove House Surgery

Address

Soothill Lane

Batley

West Yorkshire

WF17 5SS

Employer's website

http://www.grovehousesurgerybatley.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Medical Practices

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