Job summary
Position: Salaried GP (6 sessions per week)
Duration: 12-month fixed term maternity cover available
from mid-August 2025
Practice
Size: 21,000
patients across two sites (Whitchurch and Ellesmere)
Main duties of the job
The Role
We are
seeking an experienced and motivated GP to join our team on a 12-month fixed
term contract, covering maternity leave. Working 6 sessions per week, you'll
become an integral part of our diverse multidisciplinary team with a light
administrative workload thanks to our efficient processes.
About us
About Us
Churchmere
Medical Group is a thriving practice serving our communities across our
Whitchurch and Ellesmere in North Shropshire. We are a friendly, supportive multidisciplinary
team caring for our 21,000 patients. Our practice benefits from a beautiful
rural setting with excellent access to Chester, Wrexham, Crewe and Shrewsbury.
As a
dispensing practice with consistently high QOF achievement and a 'Good' CQC
rating, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional patient care. We are also a
proud GP training practice, committed to developing the next generation of
healthcare professionals.
We have
built a diverse supporting multidisciplinary team, allowing our GPs to focus on
more complex patient care. We provide leadership in our Primary Care Network
and are highly innovative and forward thinking.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role involves delivering primary medical services to a broad patient population while benefiting from a light administrative workload, made possible by our efficient systems and experienced support staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting consultations, diagnosing and managing a variety of health conditions, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records. You will participate in regular clinical meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.We are looking for a GP who is fully registered with the GMC, listed on the GP Register, and holds membership with a recognised medical defence organisation. We offer a positive and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and a well-organised structure that enables clinicians to focus more on patient care and less on paperwork. If you are passionate about primary care and interested in joining a forward-thinking practice that values its team, we encourage you to apply.
What We Offer
- BMA Salaried Model contract with competitive salary
- Special interests encouraged and supported
- In-house educational programme and daily morning GP meetings over coffee
- Excellent work-life balance
- Option to participate in our existing range of enhanced services or develop other interests
- Option to join Vitality Health for Private Health Insurance Cover.
How to Apply
Send your CV and covering letter to Jenny Davies, Managing Partner: jdavies12@nhs.net
For further information or to arrange an informal visit (encouraged), please contact Jenny at 01691 242220.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role involves delivering primary medical services to a broad patient population while benefiting from a light administrative workload, made possible by our efficient systems and experienced support staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting consultations, diagnosing and managing a variety of health conditions, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records. You will participate in regular clinical meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.We are looking for a GP who is fully registered with the GMC, listed on the GP Register, and holds membership with a recognised medical defence organisation. We offer a positive and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and a well-organised structure that enables clinicians to focus more on patient care and less on paperwork. If you are passionate about primary care and interested in joining a forward-thinking practice that values its team, we encourage you to apply.
What We Offer
- BMA Salaried Model contract with competitive salary
- Special interests encouraged and supported
- In-house educational programme and daily morning GP meetings over coffee
- Excellent work-life balance
- Option to participate in our existing range of enhanced services or develop other interests
- Option to join Vitality Health for Private Health Insurance Cover.
How to Apply
Send your CV and covering letter to Jenny Davies, Managing Partner: jdavies12@nhs.net
For further information or to arrange an informal visit (encouraged), please contact Jenny at 01691 242220.
Person Specification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Current Valid Driving license with insurance showing business use.
Experience
Essential
- Strong communication skills, sound clinical judgment, and a collaborative approach are essential.
- Experience in general practice and familiarity with electronic health record systems such as EMIS.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP who is fully registered with the GMC listed on the GP register.
Desirable
- Proficiency in English language
- IT skills for documentation and record-keeping
Person Specification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Current Valid Driving license with insurance showing business use.
Experience
Essential
- Strong communication skills, sound clinical judgment, and a collaborative approach are essential.
- Experience in general practice and familiarity with electronic health record systems such as EMIS.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP who is fully registered with the GMC listed on the GP register.
Desirable
- Proficiency in English language
- IT skills for documentation and record-keeping
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).