Railway Medical Group

Locum GP
The closing date is 16 December 2026
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Job summary
Railway Medical Group is seeking an experienced Locum GP to join our friendly and supportive practice team in Blyth, Northumberland, for a temporary placement from February to April 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated GP looking for a consistent three-day working week within a well-established practice.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality patient care through face-to-face and telephone consultations, alongside one home visit per day. You will work collaboratively with our experienced clinical and administrative teams to ensure patients receive safe, effective and compassionate care.

Practice: Railway Medical Group
Location: Gatacre St, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 1HD
Partners: Drs Nicola Shiell, Grace Watts, Alex Van Den Bos, Rebecca Cross, Emma Stewart, Pepper Atkinson, Mr C Watson
Position: Locum General Practitioner (GP)
Contract Duration: Week commencing 22nd February 2027 Friday 16th April 2027
Working Days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday each week
Sessions: 6 sessions per week (2 sessions per day)
Daily Workload: 12 face-to-face appointments, 2 telephone consultation slots and 1 home visit

Main duties of the job

• Conduct 12 face-to-face appointments per morning and afternoon clinic.
• Manage 2 telephone consultation slots per session, including follow-up calls regarding results and other patient queries.
• Complete 1 home visit per working day.
• Undertake associated clinical administration, including test requests, medication queries and referral letters, within allocated sessions.
• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to GMC guidance, practice policies and professional standards.

Hours & Remuneration
Working days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
Sessions: 6 sessions per week (2 sessions per day).
Working hours: Full working days, with start and finish times negotiable.
Daily rate: £650 plus pension contribution, or £715 for GPs exempt from pension contributions.
Additional hours: By prior agreement, paid at a mutually agreed rate.

About us
Railway Medical Group is a key healthcare provider in Blyth, Southeast Northumberland, serving over 27,300 patients across a diverse community. Our broad patient base offers rich opportunities for learning and specialising in various areas of medicine.

Our team is made up of a diverse range of clinical and non-clinical professionals who work together to provide holistic patient care. We are proud to include Paramedics, Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, CPNs, ANPs, Care Navigators, Social Prescribers, Orthopaedic Practitioners, Practice Nurses, HCAs, and GPs, all supported by a dedicated administrative and management team. Together, we are committed to placing patients at the centre of everything we do.

What We Offer:

• A commitment to education and development as a teaching and learning practice
• A comprehensive Induction Program, offering time in each department to understand our team and workflow
• A competitive salary
• A strong focus on promoting and supporting health and wellbeing within the practice
• A positive workplace culture grounded in core values and supportive behaviours
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme

Joining Railway Medical Group means becoming part of a team that values growth, collaboration, and compassionate care.

Details
Date posted: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £650 a day plus pension contribution or £715 if exempt from pension
Contract: Locum
Duration: 8 weeks
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: A0792-26-0013
Job locations: Gatacre Street, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 1HD, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties of the Job

• Conduct 12 face-to-face appointments per morning and afternoon clinic
• Manage 2 telephone follow-up slots per clinic session (to phone patients re results etc.)
• Complete 1 home visit per working day
• Complete associated administration (test ordering, medication queries, referral letters) within the session
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to GMC and practice professional standards

Hours & Remuneration
Full working days on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday each week
Daily rate: £650 plus pension contribution (£715 if exempt)
Additional hours by prior agreement, paid at a mutually agreed rate
Self-employed contractor status (no paid leave or statutory benefits)

Requirements

• Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Membership of a Medical Defence Organisation
• On the Primary Medical Services Performers List
• Up-to-date DBS check (or equivalent via Performers List)
• Ability to work independently and follow practice protocols
• Commitment to providing excellent patient care and cooperating with investigations or complaints as required

Person Specification
Experience
Essential: Fully Qualified GP eligible to work in General Practice in the NHS - Full GMC Registration - On Performers List or eligible to apply - Clear DBS report.
Desirable: Experience of working in primary care - Experience of working in a GP Practice.
Qualifications
Essential: Fully Qualified GP Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) Membership of a Medical Defence Organisation On the Primary Medical Services Performers List Up-to-date DBS check (or equivalent via Performers List) Ability to work independently and follow practice protocols Commitment to providing excellent patient care and cooperating with investigations or complaints as required

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: Railway Medical Group
Address: Gatacre Street, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 1HD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://railwaymedicalgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: PA to managing partner, Amber Emmerson, amber.emmerson@nhs.net

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