Burney Street Practice

Locum GP (12-month contract)

The closing date is 12 April 2026

Job summary

Salary: £510 to 600 a day (rate inclusive of pension)

Sessions: 4 to 6 sessions per week

Contract type: Fixed term 12 months (maternity cover)

Location: Burney Street Practice

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed GP to join our team on 12-month fixed term basis, covering a period of maternity leave. The post would suit a GP looking for a short-term role in a high-quality training practice.

Main duties of the job

Conducting booked appointments mix of telephone and face to face appointments.

Acting on blood results, issuing electronic prescriptions (EPS), and managing patient queries from patients and other healthcare professionals.

Completing associated administration, including referrals, investigations, and results management with strong administrative team support

Contributing to quality improvement, clinical governance, and QoF achievement

Attending clinical meetings and relevant audits

Home visits only on request

Reviewing and adhering to practice protocols and policies at all times

About us

Burney Street Practice is a GP-led, patient-centred PMS practice with approximately 15,000 registered patients, using the EMIS Web clinical system. We are a recognised training practice with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, innovation, and a friendly, welcoming environment for both patients and staff.

Our clinical team comprises 4 GP Partners, 7 Salaried GPs, a nursing team, and a range of ARRS roles, supported by a dedicated and diverse administrative team. We operate across two sites, Burney Street Practice, SE10 8EX, and Wallace Health Centre (SE8 3BX).

Details

Date posted

25 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£510 to £600 a day inclusive of pension

Contract

Locum

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A3762-26-0000

Job locations

48 Burney Street

Greenwich

London

SE10 8EX


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred primary care across both sites. Key responsibilities include:

Conducting booked appointments mix of telephone and face to face appointments.

Acting on blood results, issuing electronic prescriptions (EPS), and managing patient queries from patients and other healthcare professionals.

Completing associated administration, including referrals, investigations, and results management with strong administrative team support

Contributing to quality improvement, clinical governance, and QoF achievement

Attending clinical meetings and relevant audits

Home visits only on request

Reviewing and adhering to practice protocols and policies at all times

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred primary care across both sites. Key responsibilities include:

Conducting booked appointments mix of telephone and face to face appointments.

Acting on blood results, issuing electronic prescriptions (EPS), and managing patient queries from patients and other healthcare professionals.

Completing associated administration, including referrals, investigations, and results management with strong administrative team support

Contributing to quality improvement, clinical governance, and QoF achievement

Attending clinical meetings and relevant audits

Home visits only on request

Reviewing and adhering to practice protocols and policies at all times

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience of working in a GP practice setting

Desirable

  • Experience using EMIS Web

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualifications Essential
  • Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise
  • Completion of a specialist training programme in General Practice (MRCGP or equivalent)
  • Inclusion on the NHS Performers List
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience of working in a GP practice setting

Desirable

  • Experience using EMIS Web

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualifications Essential
  • Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise
  • Completion of a specialist training programme in General Practice (MRCGP or equivalent)
  • Inclusion on the NHS Performers List

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

Burney Street Practice

Address

48 Burney Street

Greenwich

London

SE10 8EX


Employer's website

https://www.burneystreetpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Burney Street Practice

Address

48 Burney Street

Greenwich

London

SE10 8EX


Employer's website

https://www.burneystreetpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

HR & Governance Manager

Linh Ha

thi.nguyetlinhha@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

25 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£510 to £600 a day inclusive of pension

Contract

Locum

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A3762-26-0000

Job locations

48 Burney Street

Greenwich

London

SE10 8EX


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