Job summary
GP (ARRS Scheme) Fixed-Term
6-Month Contract
4 Sessions per Week | £11,000 per Session | Suitable for Newly Qualified GPs
(within 2 years of CCT)
What
Were Looking For
- A motivated, team-focused GP with passion for
community and frailty care
- Empathy, strong communication skills, and a
proactive approach to patient wellbeing
- Commitment to inclusive care for those with
Dementia, SMI or Learning Disabilities
We are seeking an enthusiastic
and compassionate General Practitioner to join our Integrated Neighbourhood
Team on a fixed-term 6-month contract under the ARRS scheme. This role is ideal
for a GP within two years of qualifying, looking to develop skills in proactive
community-based care while working within a supportive multidisciplinary
environment.
Main duties of the job
You will play a key role in
delivering high-quality, person-centred care to some of the most vulnerable
members of our community, with a strong focus on:
- Housebound and frail patients long-term
condition management and anticipatory / future planning
- Dementia and Severe Mental Illness (SMI)
health checks ensuring continuity and holistic support
- Learning Disability (LD) population support
contributing to comprehensive health assessments and team-based
interventions
Youll work closely with our
established Integrated Neighbourhood Team, including nurses, AHPs, care
coordinators and social prescribers, ensuring seamless wraparound care.
About us
The Brunel Primary Care Network
consists of three Practices across Portsmouth; East Shore Partnership, The
Lighthouse Group and University Surgery.
We have highly skilled and
motivated teams working within our PCN, which consist of GP Partners, Salaried
GP's, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Diabetes and Respiratory Nurse
Specialists, Nurses, GP Assistant's and HCA's; who are supported by skilled
administration teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide proactive,
high-quality care to frail, housebound and clinically vulnerable patients
within the community as part of our Integrated Neighbourhood Team. The
postholder will deliver long-term condition management, dementia and SMI health
checks, and support care planning for patients with complex needs, including
those with Learning Disabilities (LD).
This role supports the shift
toward anticipatory and preventative care, reducing avoidable hospital
admissions and improving quality of life for our most vulnerable populations.
Clinical
Responsibilities
- Conduct home visits and community-based
reviews for housebound and frail patients.
- Deliver long-term condition management (e.g.
CHF, COPD, diabetes, hypertension).
- Lead or support anticipatory / future care
planning and end-of-life discussions where appropriate.
- Undertake Dementia and Severe Mental Illness
(SMI) annual health checks in line with QOF and PCN specifications.
- Support delivery of Learning Disability (LD)
health assessments.
- Provide clinical leadership and support to the
wider Integrated Neighbourhood Team (including nurses, AHPs, care
coordinators and social prescribers).
- Work collaboratively with community and
secondary care services to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical
documentation in the relevant IT systems.
Professional
Responsibilities
- Participate in clinical meetings, MDTs and
case discussions.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives
related to frailty and proactive care.
- Commit to ongoing professional development and
reflective practice.
Adhere to GMC, CQC and safeguarding standards at all
times
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide proactive,
high-quality care to frail, housebound and clinically vulnerable patients
within the community as part of our Integrated Neighbourhood Team. The
postholder will deliver long-term condition management, dementia and SMI health
checks, and support care planning for patients with complex needs, including
those with Learning Disabilities (LD).
This role supports the shift
toward anticipatory and preventative care, reducing avoidable hospital
admissions and improving quality of life for our most vulnerable populations.
Clinical
Responsibilities
- Conduct home visits and community-based
reviews for housebound and frail patients.
- Deliver long-term condition management (e.g.
CHF, COPD, diabetes, hypertension).
- Lead or support anticipatory / future care
planning and end-of-life discussions where appropriate.
- Undertake Dementia and Severe Mental Illness
(SMI) annual health checks in line with QOF and PCN specifications.
- Support delivery of Learning Disability (LD)
health assessments.
- Provide clinical leadership and support to the
wider Integrated Neighbourhood Team (including nurses, AHPs, care
coordinators and social prescribers).
- Work collaboratively with community and
secondary care services to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical
documentation in the relevant IT systems.
Professional
Responsibilities
- Participate in clinical meetings, MDTs and
case discussions.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives
related to frailty and proactive care.
- Commit to ongoing professional development and
reflective practice.
Adhere to GMC, CQC and safeguarding standards at all
times
Person Specification
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and empathy
- Ability to work independently and within a team
Desirable
- Familiarity with NHS Long-Term Plan priorities (frailty, population health)
- Experience in MDT / integrated team settings
- Quality improvement or audit involvement
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and patient-centred
- Reliable and well-organised
Desirable
- Interest in service development
- Driving licence/access to vehicle for visits
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered GP
- Eligible under ARRS within 2 years of CCT
Desirable
- Additional frailty or geriatrics training
Experience
Essential
- Experience in primary care / community care
- Working with vulnerable or complex patients
Desirable
- Experience delivering LD or SMI health checks
Person Specification
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and empathy
- Ability to work independently and within a team
Desirable
- Familiarity with NHS Long-Term Plan priorities (frailty, population health)
- Experience in MDT / integrated team settings
- Quality improvement or audit involvement
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate and patient-centred
- Reliable and well-organised
Desirable
- Interest in service development
- Driving licence/access to vehicle for visits
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered GP
- Eligible under ARRS within 2 years of CCT
Desirable
- Additional frailty or geriatrics training
Experience
Essential
- Experience in primary care / community care
- Working with vulnerable or complex patients
Desirable
- Experience delivering LD or SMI health checks
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).
