Salaried GP Maternity Cover (10 Months)GP Practice

Job summary

SALARIED GP - Maternity Cover

The Chislehurst Partnership

Chislehurst, Bromley, South East London

6 Sessions Tuesday Thursday & Friday

Competitive Salary Supportive Team

Join a Practice at the Heart of the Chislehurst Community

The Chislehurst Partnership is a forward-thinking GP practice formed through the merger of The Woodlands Practice and Chislehurst Medical Practice. We provide high-quality, person-centred care to approximately 24,000 patients across three sites in the heart of Chislehurst.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Salaried GP to join our friendly and ambitious team. Whether you are an experienced GP or newly qualified, we offer a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, specialist interests and leadership.

Why Join Us?

Caring for 24,000 patients across three sites

Strong community focus and commitment to population health

Supportive multidisciplinary team including GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists and Paramedics

Excellent administrative and operational support

EMIS clinical system with AccuRx integration

Active and innovative Primary Care Network

Opportunities for teaching, leadership and portfolio development

Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements

Strong commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression

Main duties of the job

The Role

As a Salaried GP, you will deliver high-quality NHS primary care while working closely with our wider multidisciplinary team and community partners.

Responsibilities include:

Routine and urgent GP consultations

Duty doctor and triage sessions

Management of acute and chronic conditions

Reviewing investigations, prescriptions and referrals

Home visits where clinically appropriate

Participation in quality improvement and service development

Essential Requirements

GMC Registration with Licence to Practise

MRCGP

CCT (or equivalent)

NHS Performers List inclusion

Medical indemnity cover

Right to work in the UK

About us

Join a Practice at the Heart of the Chislehurst Community

The Chislehurst Partnership is a forward-thinking GP practice formed through the merger of The Woodlands Practice and Chislehurst Medical Practice. We provide high-quality, person-centred care to approximately 24,000 patients across three sites in the heart of Chislehurst.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Salaried GP to join our friendly and ambitious team. Whether you are an experienced GP or newly qualified, we offer a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, specialist interests and leadership.

Chislehurst combines the charm of a historic village with excellent links to Central London and Kent. Surrounded by beautiful green spaces, with great schools, local amenities and a thriving community, it offers an exceptional quality of life alongside a rewarding career in General Practice.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 days

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A2753-26-0025

Job locations

42 High Street

Chislehurst

Kent

BR7 5AQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Salaried GP- Maternity Leave

6 Sessions Tuesday Thursday and Friday

Reporting to:Partners

Condition of Appointment:

Your appointment is subject to:

Full GMC registration

MRCGP

Appropriate defence indemnity

Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation

Evidence of current validation

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Evidence of last appraisal

Eligibility to practice in the UK independently, including right to work in the UK

About us The Chislehurst Partnership Partnership formed in July 2022, merging The Woodlands Practice and Chislehurst Medical Practice supporting the Chislehurst community of 24,000 patients. Both are high performing, well established GP practices in Bromley who are passionate about providing a friendly, supportive and caring medical service to our population. The Partnership aims to move into one premises in the future however for the time being we are operating from three premises all located within 1 mile radius.

Job Summary As part of The Chislehurst Partnership team, you will provide NHS primary health care to patients registered with the practice. This will also include a share of the Duty doctor rota, paperwork, prescriptions, medication reviews, results, medical reports (as appropriate), and visiting patients at their home as and when appropriate. You are expected to participate in practice activities including meetings and audits, as well as taking on a role in the development of the practice as outlined in your contract.

Primary key responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP in delivering health services.

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract

c. To clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice and any other local guidelines

d. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

e. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care

f. Effective management of long-term conditions

g. To support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care

h. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

i. Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways

j. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

k. Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload and providing cover for annual leave where possible

l. Fulfil home visit requests as per protocol

m. To participate in both the duty and triage rota (pro rata for part time GPs)

n. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

o. Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans

p. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

q. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

r. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

s. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

t. Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children

u. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

v. Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice

w. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

x. Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

y. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement

z. To be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.

Wider responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities:

a. Participate in the spectrum of clinical governance processes

b. Participate in formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise Provide leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing guidance and support when necessary

c. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Job description Job responsibilities Job title: Salaried GP- Maternity Leave6 Sessions Tuesday Thursday and FridayReporting to:PartnersCondition of Appointment:Your appointment is subject to: Full GMC registration MRCGP Appropriate defence indemnity Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation Evidence of current validation Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) Evidence of last appraisal Eligibility to practice in the UK independently, including right to work in the UK About us The Chislehurst Partnership Partnership formed in July 2022, merging The Woodlands Practice and Chislehurst Medical Practice supporting the Chislehurst community of 24,000 patients. Both are high performing, well established GP practices in Bromley who are passionate about providing a friendly, supportive and caring medical service to our population. The Partnership aims to move into one premises in the future however for the time being we are operating from three premises all located within 1 mile radius. Job Summary As part of The Chislehurst Partnership team, you will provide NHS primary health care to patients registered with the practice. This will also include a share of the Duty doctor rota, paperwork, prescriptions, medication reviews, results, medical reports (as appropriate), and visiting patients at their home as and when appropriate. You are expected to participate in practice activities including meetings and audits, as well as taking on a role in the development of the practice as outlined in your contract. Primary key responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP in delivering health services. a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population b. The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract c. To clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice and any other local guidelines d. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance e. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care f. Effective management of long-term conditions g. To support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care h. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks i. Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways j. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance k. Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload and providing cover for annual leave where possible l. Fulfil home visit requests as per protocol m. To participate in both the duty and triage rota (pro rata for part time GPs) n. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process o. Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans p. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice q. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF r. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required s. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training t. Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children u. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process v. Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice w. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team x. Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies y. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement z. To be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. Wider responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities: a. Participate in the spectrum of clinical governance processes b. Participate in formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise Provide leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing guidance and support when necessary c. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Person specification Salaried GP

QualificationsEssentialDesirable

Qualified GP

MRCGP

EligibilityEssentialDesirable

Full GMC registration

Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation:

England Conforms to the National Performers List and is able to perform any such service as detailed within Regulation 24 of the National Health Service (Performers Lists) (England) Regulations 2013.

Appropriate defence indemnity

Evidence of current validation

Evidence of last appraisal

Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

ExperienceEssentialDesirable

Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Experience of working in a primary care environment

Experience of providing home visits

Minimum of two years as a salaried GP

General understanding of the primary care contract

Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice

An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners

Clinical knowledge and skillsEssentialDesirable

Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP

Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice

Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge

Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes

Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes

Knowledge of health promotion strategies

Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues

Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose

Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations

Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly

Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions

Understanding of safeguarding adults and children

Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice

Experience of medicines management

Knowledge of public health issues in the local area

Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service

Personal qualitiesEssentialDesirable

Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills

Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure

High levels of integrity and loyalty

Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures

Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity

Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations

Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity

Ability to identify risk and assess/manage

Ability to work as a team member and autonomously

Good interpersonal and organisational skills

Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required

Polite and confident

Motivated, forward thinker

Effectively utilise resources

Other requirementsEssentialDesirable

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

Health Questionnaire

Flexibility to work outside of practice opening hours, if necessary

Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role

Access to own vehicle and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis

Desirable

Person specification Salaried GP

QualificationsEssentialDesirable

Qualified GP

MRCGP

EligibilityEssentialDesirable

Full GMC registration

Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation:

England Conforms to the National Performers List and is able to perform any such service as detailed within Regulation 24 of the National Health Service (Performers Lists) (England) Regulations 2013.

Appropriate defence indemnity

Evidence of current validation

Evidence of last appraisal

Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

ExperienceEssentialDesirable

Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Experience of working in a primary care environment

Experience of providing home visits

Minimum of two years as a salaried GP

General understanding of the primary care contract

Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice

An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners

Clinical knowledge and skillsEssentialDesirable

Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP

Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice

Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge

Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes

Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes

Knowledge of health promotion strategies

Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues

Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose

Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations

Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly

Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions

Understanding of safeguarding adults and children

Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice

Experience of medicines management

Knowledge of public health issues in the local area

Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service

Personal qualitiesEssentialDesirable

Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills

Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure

High levels of integrity and loyalty

Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures

Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity

Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations

Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity

Ability to identify risk and assess/manage

Ability to work as a team member and autonomously

Good interpersonal and organisational skills

Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required

Polite and confident

Motivated, forward thinker

Effectively utilise resources

Other requirementsEssentialDesirable

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

Health Questionnaire

Flexibility to work outside of practice opening hours, if necessary

Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role

Access to own vehicle and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Person specification Salaried GP QualificationsEssentialDesirable Qualified GP MRCGP EligibilityEssentialDesirable Full GMC registration Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation: England Conforms to the National Performers List and is able to perform any such service as detailed within Regulation 24 of the National Health Service (Performers Lists) (England) Regulations 2013. Appropriate defence indemnity Evidence of current validation Evidence of last appraisal Eligibility to practice in the UK independently ExperienceEssentialDesirable Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of providing home visits Minimum of two years as a salaried GP General understanding of the primary care contract Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners Clinical knowledge and skillsEssentialDesirable Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes Knowledge of health promotion strategies Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions Understanding of safeguarding adults and children Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Experience of medicines management Knowledge of public health issues in the local area Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service Personal qualitiesEssentialDesirable Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure High levels of integrity and loyalty Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity Ability to identify risk and assess/manage Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal and organisational skills Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Polite and confident Motivated, forward thinker Effectively utilise resources Other requirementsEssentialDesirable Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Health Questionnaire Flexibility to work outside of practice opening hours, if necessary Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role Access to own vehicle and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis Desirable Person specification Salaried GP QualificationsEssentialDesirable Qualified GP MRCGP EligibilityEssentialDesirable Full GMC registration Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation: England Conforms to the National Performers List and is able to perform any such service as detailed within Regulation 24 of the National Health Service (Performers Lists) (England) Regulations 2013. Appropriate defence indemnity Evidence of current validation Evidence of last appraisal Eligibility to practice in the UK independently ExperienceEssentialDesirable Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of providing home visits Minimum of two years as a salaried GP General understanding of the primary care contract Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners Clinical knowledge and skillsEssentialDesirable Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes Knowledge of health promotion strategies Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions Understanding of safeguarding adults and children Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Experience of medicines management Knowledge of public health issues in the local area Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service Personal qualitiesEssentialDesirable Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure High levels of integrity and loyalty Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity Ability to identify risk and assess/manage Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal and organisational skills Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Polite and confident Motivated, forward thinker Effectively utilise resources Other requirementsEssentialDesirable Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Health Questionnaire Flexibility to work outside of practice opening hours, if necessary Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role Access to own vehicle and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis

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).

Additional information 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

The Chislehurst Partnership

Address

42 High Street

Chislehurst

Kent

BR7 5AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chislehurstpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Chislehurst Partnership

Address

42 High Street

Chislehurst

Kent

BR7 5AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chislehurstpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)