Job summary
Southend Medical Centre is looking to recruit an experienced and motivated salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive team on a 3 month fixed-term basis, with potential for a long-term offer.

Sessions and days are negotiable for the right candidate. We are happy to consider face-to-face consulting, remote working, or a blended approach to suit both the successful applicant and the needs of the practice.

Main duties of the job
What we offer:

• 3 month fixed-term contract
• Flexible and negotiable working pattern - sessions and days to be discussed
• Face-to-face, remote, or hybrid working arrangements considered
• BMA model contract
• Annual sessional rate of up to £11,000 per session per annum, dependent on experience
• Annual leave entitlement in accordance with BMA terms and conditions
• Supportive clinical and administrative team
• SystmOne clinical system

About us
Southend Medical Centre is a well-established and patient-focused practice dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our local community. We pride ourselves on offering a supportive working environment and promoting flexibility and work-life balance for our staff.

Details
Date posted: 13 November 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £11,000 a session - DOE
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 5 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 29810-2
Job locations: 50-52 London Road, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS1 1NX, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate)
• Be on the NHSE medical performers list

Experience

• Essential: Previous primary care / general practice experience
• SystmOne trained
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

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: Primary Care Careers
Address: 50-52 London Road, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS1 1NX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply via the company portal

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Recruitment Team, Southend Medical Centre, enquiries@eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk, 01206918760

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