Job summary

Looking for a Role That Still Feels Like General Practice?
Polden Medical Practice is a thriving rural dispensing training practice in Somerset serving approximately 11,000 patients across two owned sites.

We are looking for a GP Partner who values continuity and teamwork. We combine traditional continuity of care with modern systems that support safe, efficient and sustainable general practice, keeping patients at the heart of everything we do.

Situated close to Junction 23 of the M5, we're within easy commuting distance of Bristol and Taunton while offering the benefits of rural practice and a strong sense of community.

Main duties of the job:
Sessions are flexible and can range from 4 to 8 sessions per week.

Our multidisciplinary team creates a supportive environment where workload is shared appropriately, and clinicians can focus on delivering high-quality patient care.

We operate a modern digital access model supported by efficient administrative systems and a commitment to reducing unnecessary workload wherever possible.

Main duties of the job

Clinical:

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to registered and temporary patient
• Undertake routine, acute and complex consultation
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Deliver evidence-based care in accordance with national and local guidance
• Manage patients with long-term conditions and contribute to QOF achievement
• Prescribe safely and effectively within professional guidelines
• Participate in same-day access and triage services
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
• Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and community services
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care

Partnership and Leadership:

• Take an active role in practice leadership and decision-making
• Contribute to the strategic direction and future development of the practice
• Participate in partnership and PCN meetings and governance processes
• Help shape service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Support the delivery of safe, effective and sustainable primary care services
• Participate fully in the management and running of the business
• Work collaboratively with partners, managers and the wider practice team to ensure organisational success

About us
Polden Medical Practice is a stable, well-established rural dispensing training practice serving approximately 11,000 patients across two sites. We are part of Bridgwater Bay Primary Care Network and are committed to delivering excellent patient-centred healthcare through a professional and supportive team environment. We value continuity, professionalism, kindness, teamwork and sustainable general practice.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaried GP package based on experience
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Seven weeks annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
• One week study leave pro rata
• Practice-funded indemnity support
• Weekly clinical meetings and regular protected learning time
• Flexible working arrangements
• A stable and highly experienced clinical team
• Opportunities for leadership, teaching and service development
• A genuine pathway to partnership for interested candidates

Why Join Us?
We believe that sustainable general practice is built on strong relationships, continuity of care and a supportive team culture.

We are a growing dispensing practice serving expanding communities, with a loyal patient population and a strong reputation locally.

Most importantly, you will be joining a friendly and experienced team that values collaboration, mutual support and high-quality patient care.

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: GP Partner
Hours: 4-8 sessions per week (flexible)
Location: Polden Medical Practice, Edington and Woolavington, Somerset
Responsible to: GP Partners
Contract Type: GP Partner appointment subject to a 12-month mutual assessment period, following which progression to full equity partnership will be considered by mutual agreement

Job Summary
Polden Medical Practice is a forward-thinking rural dispensing training practice serving approximately 11,000 patients across two sites in the Somerset Polden Hills. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated GP to join our partnership team for 4-8 sessions per week.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred general medical services while taking an active role in the leadership, development and future direction of the practice. This role offers the opportunity to become a genuine long-term equity partner within a stable and supportive partnership structure.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• The post holder will:
• Provide comprehensive primary care services to registered and temporary patients
• Undertake routine, acute and complex consultations
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Deliver evidence-based care in accordance with national and local guidance
• Manage patients with long-term conditions and contribute to QOF achievement
• Prescribe safely and effectively within professional guidelines
• Participate in same-day access and triage services
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
• Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and community services
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care

Same Day Access and Triage

• The practice operates a fully digital same-day access system using Rapid Health
• The post holder may be required to:
• Review and clinically prioritise same-day patient requests
• Support safe and effective patient navigation and care pathways
• Work closely with Advanced Nurse Practitioners and the wider clinical team
• Ensure appropriate escalation and management of urgent clinical presentations
• Contribute to effective demand management within the practice

Partnership, Leadership and Business Responsibilities

• The post holder will:
• Take an active role in practice leadership and decision-making
• Contribute to the strategic direction and future development of the practice
• Participate in partnership meetings and governance processes
• Help shape service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Support the delivery of safe, effective and sustainable primary care services
• Participate fully in the management and running of the business
• Work collaboratively with partners, managers and the wider practice team to ensure organisational success
• Work collaboratively with the Primary Care Network, community services, secondary care providers and other stakeholders to support the delivery of high-quality patient care and the ongoing development of services

Clinical Governance

• Participate in clinical governance activities
• Contribute to audit, quality improvement projects and service development
• Participate in significant event analysis and learning
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and patient safety
• Maintain professional registration and continuing professional development requirements

Teaching and Team Working

• The post holder will:
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Support the training, supervision and development of staff where appropriate
• Participate in clinical meetings and protected learning events
• Contribute to an open, supportive and learning-focused practice culture

Practice Profile
Polden Medical Practice is a stable, well-established rural dispensing training practice serving approximately 11,000 patients across two sites. We are part of Bridgwater Bay Primary Care Network and are committed to delivering excellent patient-centred healthcare through a professional and supportive team environment. We value continuity, professionalism, kindness, teamwork and sustainable general practice.

Person Specification

Essential

• Fully qualified General Practitioner
• GMC registration with licence to practise
• Inclusion on the NHS Performers List (or eligible)
• MRCGP or equivalent qualification
• Experience of working in General Practice
• Safe and confident clinical decision-making across acute and chronic presentations
• Commitment to long-term partnership working
• Interest in leadership, practice development and service improvement
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care

Desirable

• Experience of working in a dispensing practice
• Experience of EMIS Web
• Previous leadership, training or management experience
• Experience of service redesign, quality improvement or strategic development

Personal Attributes

• Professional, approachable and compassionate
• Commitment to teamwork and collaborative working
• Positive and solution-focused approach
• Enthusiasm for helping shape the future of the practice
• Shared commitment to continuity of care and sustainable general practice
• Desire to make a long-term contribution to the practice and local community

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.