Salaried Gp

Helston Medical Centre & Porthleven Surgery; Helston, Porthleven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Indemnity cover included

6 weeks annual leave + 1 week study

Training and development opportunities

Involvement in specialist clinics

Job summary

Helston Medical Centre & Porthleven Surgeries is inviting a Salaried GP to join across Helston and Porthleven surgeries. The role covers 4–6 sessions per week in a busy practice with flexible days and a supportive team environment.

Applicants should be UK-registered, with indemnity cover, and a commitment to training and development is encouraged. Induction-friendly and open to medical students and registrars.

Job description

• Helston Medical Centre & Porthleven Surgeries
• Salaried GP 4-6 sessions
• Closing date: 01 October 2026
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive team, working across our Helston and Porthleven surgeries.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary with indemnity cover included
• 6 weeks annual leave plus 1 week of study leave.
• A strong commitment to training and development, including medical students, F2 doctors, and GP registrars.
• Opportunities to get involved in specialist clinics, including Level 2 sexual health and clinical research.
• A genuinely supportive team culture.

Main duties of the job

The Role

• 4-6 sessions per week (working days: TBC/Flexible)
• Established SystmOne practice, supported by Ardens and Accurx
• Triage system introduced in June 2024, supported by a dedicated Triage Hub including GPs, ANPs, and Paramedics
• Structured clinics with 12 appointments per session
• Some sessions include educational supervision, with a maximum of 24 appointments per day to support a sustainable workload

Team & Support

• Experienced nursing team and HCAs delivering nurse-led chronic disease management.
• Dedicated paramedic team providing home visiting services.
• Award-winning PCN pharmacist team supporting prescribing and medication reviews.
• Access to a wider multidisciplinary team including first contact physiotherapists, social prescribing link workers, and a mental health practitioner.

About us

We are looking for enthusiastic, proactive team players with a strong focus on patient care, who share our values and commitment to delivering high-quality care.

We warmly welcome and actively encourage informal visits, giving you the opportunity to meet the team and get a feel for the practice.

Job responsibilities

• a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• b. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
• c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• d. Effective management of long-term conditions
• e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
• g. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
• h. Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• k. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
• l. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• m. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• n. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• o. Prepare and complete the revalidation process
• p. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• q. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• r. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• s. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
• t. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• See attached

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 details

Employer name: Helston Medical Centre & Porthleven Surgery

Address: Trelawney Road, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8AU, United Kingdom

Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details

Practice Manager: Caroline King

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]