Job summary
Join our team at Brentford Family Practice in Hounslow, West London, as a Salaried GP for 4 sessions per week.

We are a friendly, forward-thinking, and supportive practice committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a welcoming environment where every team member is truly valued. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and compassionate GP who enjoys working collaboratively within a strong multidisciplinary team and wants to make a genuine difference to the local community.

At Brentford Family Practice, we believe in supporting our clinicians with a positive team culture, regular peer support, flexibility, and opportunities to develop special interests, including diabetes care. If you are looking for a practice where you can feel supported, appreciated, and part of a close-knit team, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred general medical services including face-to-face and telephone consultations, management of acute and chronic conditions, prescribing, and clinical administration associated with patient care.

The role involves working collaboratively within our multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to our diverse patient population. The postholder will also contribute to clinical meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and continuity of care within the practice.

About us
rentford Family Practice is a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking GP practice located in Hounslow, West London, caring for a growing patient population of over 7,000 patients.

We pride ourselves on creating a positive and collaborative working environment where every member of the team is valued and supported. Our multidisciplinary team consists of Salaried GPs, Pharmacists, Nurses, Physician Associates, HCAs, PCN ARRS staff, a Practice Manager, Reception Manager, Medical Secretary, Administrative team, and Reception staff, all working together to provide high-quality patient-centred care.

We are passionate about continuous improvement, teamwork, and delivering excellent healthcare services to our local community. The practice promotes an open and inclusive culture with regular communication, peer support, and opportunities for professional development. We understand the importance of work-life balance and aim to provide a welcoming atmosphere where staff can thrive both professionally and personally.

Job responsibilities
Job Title: Salaried GP with Special Interest in Diabetes
Location: Brentford Family Practice, Hounslow, West London
Sessions: four Sessions per week

Job Summary
The postholder will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care services to the practice population while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will support the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate healthcare services and contribute to the ongoing development of the practice, with a particular interest in diabetes management and chronic disease care.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations for patients presenting with acute and chronic conditions
• Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management plans in line with best practice guidelines
• Lead and support the management of patients with diabetes and other long-term conditions within the practice
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to improve diabetes care outcomes and patient education
• Support chronic disease management initiatives and contribute to quality improvement in diabetes care
• Prescribe medications appropriately and safely within current regulations and practice policies
• Process clinical correspondence, pathology results, prescriptions, referrals, and other associated administrative tasks
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records using the clinical system
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team including pharmacists, nurses, physician associates, HCAs, and PCN ARRS staff
• Participate in clinical meetings, practice development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Contribute to safeguarding, significant event reviews, and clinical governance activities
• Maintain professional registration and continue professional development in line with GMC and appraisal requirements
• Adhere to all practice policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements

Person Specification
Essential Criteria

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and licence to practise
• Included on the NHS England Performers List
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Strong interest and experience in diabetes management and chronic disease care
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Desirable Criteria

• Diploma or additional qualification in Diabetes Care
• Experience leading or supporting diabetes clinics within primary care
• Experience working within UK General Practice
• Experience with quality improvement or clinical audits

What We Offer

• Supportive and approachable clinical team
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Regular clinical meetings and peer support
• Opportunities to develop special interests
• Flexible working and good work-life balance
• A welcoming practice culture where every team member is valued

Qualifications
Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise
• Included on the NHS England Performers List
• MRCGP qualification or equivalent
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)
• Strong knowledge and experience in diabetes management and chronic disease care
• Experience working within UK General Practice
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
• Understanding of clinical governance, safeguarding, and quality improvement

Desirable

• Interest or additional qualification in Diabetes Care
• Experience leading or supporting diabetes clinics within primary care
• Experience with clinical audits and quality improvement projects
• Experience supervising or supporting multidisciplinary team members

Experience
Essential

• Experience working as a GP within UK General Practice
• Experience managing patients with acute and chronic medical conditions
• Experience in diabetes management and long-term condition care
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Experience using clinical systems and maintaining accurate patient records
• Experience undertaking clinical administration including referrals, prescriptions, and pathology management
• Experience delivering patient-centred care in a busy primary care environment
• Experience participating in clinical governance and safeguarding processes

Desirable

• Experience leading or supporting diabetes clinics within primary care
• Experience with QOF and chronic disease management programmes
• Experience participating in audits and quality improvement initiatives
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or supporting junior staff or trainees
• Experience working within PCN or integrated care services
• Experience contributing to service development or innovation within General Practice

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.