Job summary
Are you a passionate and dedicated GP seeking a fulfilling role in a forward-thinking practice that values work-life balance and professional growth? The Elizabeth Courtauld Surgery is delighted to invite you to consider joining our friendly and collaborative team in the growing community of Halstead. We welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced GPs looking for 6 sessions a week, as we seek to expand our team further with additional salaried GPs.

Our experienced multi-disciplinary clinical team includes 5 GP partners, 2 salaried GPs, 2 nurse practitioners, 2 paramedics, 5 practice nurses, 4 healthcare assistants, phlebotomist, a clinical pharmacist, and a large highly committed administrative staff fostering a truly collaborative approach to patient care. We also have a wide range of additional services and support, available through our wider NHS community and primary care network, including social prescribers, MSK practitioner, young persons' mental health practitioner, and cancer care coordinators, as well as 2 additional paramedics and pharmacists.

Ready to make a difference? If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can truly impact your patients lives while enjoying a supportive work environment and a healthy work-life balance, we encourage you to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems.
• Screening patients for disease-risk factors and early signs of illness.
• Developing care plans for health in line with current practice protocols.
• Providing health education.
• Recording clear consultation notes to agreed standards.
• Collecting data for audit purposes and complying with QOF requirements.
• Delivering enhanced services.
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
• Providing all general duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

About us
At Elizabeth Courtauld Surgery, we believe in providing excellent patient care while fostering a supportive and engaging environment for our team members. We are a semi-rural GMS practice dedicated to serving our 17,000 diverse patient population. We opened our branch surgery, Halstead Heights Clinic, on the Halstead Hospital site in mid-April 2026.

Halstead is a historic market town within Essex situated on the River Colne, which runs through its centre. It is home to a robust network of businesses supported by wider organisations, such as the Halstead & District Chamber of Trade & Commerce, which promote independent shops, pubs, restaurants, and other services. It is situated between between Chelmsford (19 miles) and Colchester (14 miles) with good transportation and road links.

We operate from a modern purpose-built premises and leverage SystmOne and AccuRx to enhance efficiency and patient experience. We are also proud to be an established teaching practice for both Chelmsford and Colchester training programmes, offering opportunities for mentorship and development.

• The practice has achieved a Good CQC rating.
• We have a Gold Pride in Practice award and all staff receive training in material from the LGBT Foundation.
• We are a Veteran-friendly practice with a named veteran lead.
• We are signed up to Safer Surgeries and the World Health Organisation.
• We are committed to the well-being of our staff.

Job responsibilities
What we offer you:

• Competitive salary & benefits: We offer a competitive salary reflective of experience and the market, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes NHS pension contributions, paid sick leave, six weeks annual leave entitlement, free car parking, and study leave (prorated based on sessions worked), according to the British Medical Association (BMA)s model contract.
• Focus on patient care: As a salaried GP, your primary focus will be on delivering high-quality clinical care, minimising the administrative and managerial burdens often associated with practice partnership.
• Professional development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth. Youll have opportunities to develop special interests and pursue further training for development within the salaried GP role.
• Supportive team environment: Join a friendly and welcoming team where you can build strong relationships with colleagues and benefit from a culture of shared knowledge and mutual support.
• Innovation & efficiency: You will be an active part of helping us review and achieve improvements to workflow management processes that streamline tasks and enhance patient care.

Person Specification
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic salaried GP who is passionate about delivering excellent primary care. We welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced GPs. We value strong communication skills, a team-player attitude, an interest in continuous learning, a can-do attitude, and a patient-centred approach. All applicants should have the following qualifications and skills:
Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Annual appraisal and revalidation (where appropriate)
• Be on the NHSE medical performers list
• Well-developed IT skills including SystmOne (desirable)

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).

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.