Valley Medical Centre

Salaried GP Maternity Cover

The closing date is 12 February 2026

Job summary

We are currently looking to recruit a

6 SESSION SALARIED GP 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

To work at our practice 3 days a week, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

Start Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026

Main duties of the job

6 Sessions Weds, Thurs & Fri

14 Appointments per session

Salary £11,600 per session

4 Partners and 5 salaried GPs

SystmOne clinical system

Predictable working pattern, with some flexibility for holiday cover

MPS Group Scheme option

6 Weeks annual leave and 1 week study leave, pro rata

Red Whale access for CPD/ online training

Some on call duties

List size around 9,500 patients

Member of the Upper Don Network

Well maintained, modern premises with plenty of parking

Weekly GP meeting, monthly clinical team meeting, plus other periodic MDT meetings

Quarterly PPG meetings

Medical Students from Sheffield Medical School

Good links with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and BDGH

Full support from Nurse teams, in-house FCP service, Social Prescribers, Mental Health Workers, Pharmacists, Reception & Administration teams

About us

We are a friendly practice based on the outskirts of Sheffield. Whilst being situated in a beautiful quiet valley, we are still only 9 miles from Sheffield city centre and just a half hour drive away from the heart of Sheffield. We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and conscientious GP to complement our experienced team!

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11,600 a session

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A3165-26-0000

Job locations

Valley Medical Centre

Johnson Street

Stocksbridge

Sheffield

S36 1BX


Job description

Job responsibilities

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the PMS 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 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

Job description

Job responsibilities

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the PMS 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 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

  • Qualified GP - completed training

Desirable

  • Previous GP experience
  • SystmOne Experience
  • Knowledge of Ardens software and templates
  • On call GP experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualified GP - completed training

Desirable

  • Previous GP experience
  • SystmOne Experience
  • Knowledge of Ardens software and templates
  • On call GP experience

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

Valley Medical Centre

Address

Valley Medical Centre

Johnson Street

Stocksbridge

Sheffield

S36 1BX


Employer's website

https://www.valleymedicalcentre.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Valley Medical Centre

Address

Valley Medical Centre

Johnson Street

Stocksbridge

Sheffield

S36 1BX


Employer's website

https://www.valleymedicalcentre.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Lauren Wainwright

syicb-sheffield.valleymc@nhs.net

01143217510

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11,600 a session

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A3165-26-0000

Job locations

Valley Medical Centre

Johnson Street

Stocksbridge

Sheffield

S36 1BX


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