Job summary
Salaried GP Opportunity (34 Sessions per Week)

Houghton Close Surgery, Ampthill Fixed-Term Contract until the end of March 2027

Start Date: Flexible

Potential for a longer-term opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Houghton Close Surgery, an enthusiastic, dynamic, and supportive GP training practice in the beautiful Georgian market town of Ampthill, Bedfordshire.

We are looking for a motivated Salaried GP to work 34 sessions per week on a fixed-term contract until the end of March 2027, with a flexible start date and the potential for a longer-term role.

We are a thriving GP training and dispensing practice serving approximately 11,700 patients, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Why join us?

• Friendly, forward-thinking GP training practice
• Dispensing practice
• Paper-light working environment
• No on-call commitment
• Maximum of 25 patients per day + Maximum of 0-2 visits per day
• Large, experienced multidisciplinary team with specialist nurse and clinical pharmacist support
• Six friendly, approachable (and slightly quirky!) GP partners who value teamwork, humour and supporting one another
• Dedicated staff room with protected coffee breaks (often accompanied by cake!)
• Strong administrative support
• Flexible start date

If you're looking for a practice where you'll feel genuinely valued, supported and part of the team from day one, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Friendly, forward-thinking GP training practice
• Dispensing practice
• Paper-light working environment
• No on-call commitment
• Maximum of 25 patients per day + Maximum of 0-2 visits per day
• Large, experienced multidisciplinary team with specialist nurse and clinical pharmacist support
• Six friendly, approachable (and slightly quirky!) GP partners who value teamwork, humour and supporting one another

About us
We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality patient care while looking after our team. Situated in the heart of the picturesque Georgian market town of Ampthill, Houghton Close Surgery offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy a rewarding GP career with a supportive team and a great work-life balance.

Details
Date posted: 13 July 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £11,000 to £12,000 a session
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 9 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: A0281-26-0000
Job locations: 1 Houghton Close, Ampthill, Bedford, MK45 2TG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred general medical services to registered patients
• Undertake face-to-face and telephone/video consultations as appropriate
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions in line with current best practice
• Provide appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients
• Make appropriate referrals and work collaboratively with secondary care and community services
• Participate in clinical meetings, significant event reviews, and practice development activities
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of clinical governance and patient safety
• Complete clinical documentation and coding accurately and in a timely manner
• Review investigation results and clinical correspondence in line with practice protocols
• Participate in shared learning and reflective practice

Person Specification
Commitment
Essential

• Commitment to working as part of a warm, cohesive, and supportive team within a GP training practice
• Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team
• A friendly, approachable, and collaborative approach to patient care and teamwork
• Willingness to contribute to the supportive learning environment of a training practice
• Commitment to sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and contributing to continuous improvement

Experience
Essential

• Experience working as a General Practitioner within the NHS including newly Qualified
• Experience of managing a broad range of clinical presentations in general practice
• Experience of managing patients with both acute and long-term conditions
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of using clinical systems and maintaining accurate clinical records

Qualifications
Essential

• Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• On the NHS England Medical Performers List
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent qualification
• Additional postgraduate qualifications or areas of special interest
• Experience working as a GP in the NHS
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and manage a broad range of clinical conditions
• Ability to manage patients with both acute and chronic conditions
• Ability to provide safe, effective, and evidence-based patient care
• Ability to work independently while recognising when to seek advice
• Good consultation and communication skills
• Ability to use clinical systems effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Positive and supportive approach to colleagues

Desirable

• The successful candidate will demonstrate: A commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care
• A supportive and respectful approach towards colleagues
• A willingness to contribute positively to the practice team
• A proactive approach to learning, improvement, and development
• Alignment with Houghton Close Surgery's values of teamwork, education, and continuous improvement

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.