Salaried General Practitioner (GP)

NHS; Wales; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A rural GP practice in Wales is seeking a compassionate and dynamic Salaried General Practitioner to join its team. The role includes providing patient-centred medical care and managing consultations in a flexible environment. The practice promotes professional development and staff wellbeing. Candidates must have full GMC registration, completed GP training, and a commitment to high-quality care. This part-time fixed-term position offers competitive terms, including NHS pension membership and support from a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme

Annual leave and study leave as per NHS guidance

Supportive practice management

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Commitment to high‑quality patient care and NHS Wales values.
• Inclusion on the NHS Wales Performers List (or eligibility to apply).

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective and patient-centred primary medical care.
• Undertake routine and urgent consultations.
• Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.

Skills

Excellent clinical, diagnostic and decision‑making skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Completion of GP Specialty Training (CCT or equivalent)

Job description

Job Summary

Cwm Garw Practice is seeking to appoint a motivated, dynamic and compassionate Salaried General Practitioner to join our established primary care team in Wales. This fixed-term post offers the opportunity to work within a supportive dispensing practice delivering high-quality General Medical Services (GMS) in line with the GMS contract, NHS Wales policies and clinical governance requirements.

The role offers clinical autonomy, flexibility and the opportunity to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective and patient-centred primary medical care to registered patients
• Undertake routine and urgent consultations (face-to‑face, telephone and/or digital)
• Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions in line with NICE guidance and best practice
• Prescribe safely and appropriately within professional and practice guidelines
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records using the practice clinical system
• Participate in clinical governance activities including audit, quality improvement and significant event analysis
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and wider Primary Care Cluster
• Contribute to practice meetings and service development
• Comply with NHS Wales policies, safeguarding responsibilities and information governance requirements

About Us

Cwm Garw Practice is a well‑established dispensing GP practice serving a rural and semi‑rural population in Wales. We provide comprehensive General Medical Services (GMS) and pride ourselves on delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care within NHS Wales.

As a dispensing practice, we offer an integrated service to our patients, supported by an experienced and efficient dispensary team. We work closely with our local Primary Care Cluster, community services and secondary care colleagues.

Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, practice nurses, pharmacists, HCAs, care coordinators, dispensary staff and a strong administrative and management team. We actively promote staff wellbeing, professional development and sustainable working practices.

Details

Date posted: 19 December 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: Depending on experience

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 6 months

Working pattern: Part‑time, Flexible working

Reference number: A4265-25-0001

Job locations: Victoria Street, Pontycymer, Bridgend, CF32 8NN

Working Pattern & Benefits

• 6 sessions per week inc. 1 day On‑Call (Negotiable) Monday, Tuesday and Friday
• Flexible working arrangements considered
• 10 or 15‑minute appointments 25 appointments per day
• Home visits supported by the MDT
• Indemnity arrangements in line with NHS Wales requirements
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
• Annual leave and study leave in accordance with BMA / NHS Wales guidance
• Supportive practice management and experienced GP colleagues

About You

Essential Criteria

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Completion of GP Specialty Training (CCT or equivalent)
• Inclusion on the NHS Wales Performers List (or eligibility to apply)
• Commitment to high‑quality patient care and the values of NHS Wales
• Excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in a dispensing and/or rural practice setting
• Interest in developing a clinical or non‑clinical special interest
• Welsh language skills (desirable but not essential)

Why Join Us?

• Friendly, inclusive and supportive practice culture
• Stable and experienced multidisciplinary team
• Integrated dispensing service with dedicated dispensary staff
• Manageable workload with strong MDT support
• Opportunity to shape and develop your role
• Attractive rural/semi‑rural Welsh location with excellent quality of life

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities (Essential)

• Excellent clinical, diagnostic and decision‑making skills
• Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively
• IT skills appropriate to primary care clinical systems

Personal Attributes (Essential)

• Commitment to high‑quality patient care and the values of NHS Wales
• Professional, flexible and reliable approach to work
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Qualifications (Essential)

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Completion of GP Specialty Training (CCT or equivalent)
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Inclusion on the NHS Wales Performers List (or eligibility to apply)

Experience (Essential)

• Experience of working independently as a General Practitioner

Knowledge (Essential)

• Knowledge of the GMS contract and primary care services within NHS Wales
• Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement
• Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and information governance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants must submit a Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm no record of previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further information is provided on the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Name: Cwm Garw Practice

Address: Victoria Street, Pontycymer, Bridgend, CF32 8NN

Employer’s Website

http://www.cwmgarwpractice.wales.nhs.uk

Civil Service Equality Statement

Cwm Garw Practice is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.