Herrington Medical Centre

Salaried GP

The closing date is 31 March 2026

Job summary

Salaried GP Opportunity 5-8 Sessions

We are looking to recruit a 5-8 session Salaried GP to join our busy but highly supportive practice located in Houghton-le-Spring with accessible links to Sunderland, Durham and Newcastle.

Our practice prides itself on delivering excellent patient care, reflected in consistently positive patient feedback. This is driven by a strong team ethos, where we value collaboration and maintain genuine respect and support for every member of staff.

We are an established training practice, actively involved in teaching GP trainees as well as medical and nursing students, and we strongly support professional development within the team.

Our most recent CQC inspection (2020) rated the practice as Outstanding, highlighting the high standards of care and the positive working environment we strive to maintain.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, forward-thinking practice with a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

For further information or to express interest in the role, please contact one of;

Our Practice Manager- sarah.murphy1@nhs.net

Dr Jane Halpin- J.halpin@nhs.net

Dr Chris Scott Batey -chrisscott-batey@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

  • Delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population.
  • Provision of services commensurate with the GMS/APMS contract.
  • Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance.
  • Effective management of long-term conditions.
  • Process of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks.
  • On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles.
  • Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance.
  • Workcollaboratively, 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.

About us

About us

We have approximately 9850 patients and are based at Herrington Medical Centre. The team consists of 5 GP Partners, a Salaried GP, 1 Advanced Clinical Practitioner, 3 Practice Nurses, 2 HCAs, 1 SNA with a strong and supporting Administration Team. We are a GP training practice, and host registrars, Medical Students and Nursing Students. The practice works collectively with The Primary Care Network and ARRS role.

Details

Date posted

12 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience To be negotiated

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A1426-26-0000

Job locations

Philadelphia Lane

Houghton Le Spring

Tyne And Wear

DH4 4LE


Job description

Job responsibilities

A normal working day will be:

  • 30 patient appointments and home visits, plus all associated paperwork.
  • Review and action blood results.
  • Completion of tasks/scanned paperwork sent to you for review and action.
  • Support and guidance to junior clinical colleagues as required.

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 entitled population
  • The provision of services commensurate with the GMS/APMS 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
  • On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
  • 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 effective 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
  • Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
  • Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Job description

Job responsibilities

A normal working day will be:

  • 30 patient appointments and home visits, plus all associated paperwork.
  • Review and action blood results.
  • Completion of tasks/scanned paperwork sent to you for review and action.
  • Support and guidance to junior clinical colleagues as required.

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 entitled population
  • The provision of services commensurate with the GMS/APMS 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
  • On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
  • 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 effective 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
  • Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
  • Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualifications - Essential
  • Qualified GP
  • MRCGP
  • Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
  • General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
  • Full GMC Registration
  • National Performers List registration
  • Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
  • Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

  • Experience of medicines management
  • Experience of ICB initiatives
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualifications - Essential
  • Qualified GP
  • MRCGP
  • Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
  • General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
  • Full GMC Registration
  • National Performers List registration
  • Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
  • Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

  • Experience of medicines management
  • Experience of ICB initiatives

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

Herrington Medical Centre

Address

Philadelphia Lane

Houghton Le Spring

Tyne And Wear

DH4 4LE


Employer's website

https://www.herringtonmc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Herrington Medical Centre

Address

Philadelphia Lane

Houghton Le Spring

Tyne And Wear

DH4 4LE


Employer's website

https://www.herringtonmc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Sarah Murphy

sarah.murphy1@nhs.net

01915842632

Details

Date posted

12 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience To be negotiated

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A1426-26-0000

Job locations

Philadelphia Lane

Houghton Le Spring

Tyne And Wear

DH4 4LE


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