GP Partner/Salaried GP with a view to PartnershipGP Practice

Job summary

Looking for a role where you can genuinely enjoy being a GP again?

Humshaugh & Wark Medical Group is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated GP to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking practice. We are open to applications from those seeking a GP Partnership, Salaried GP role with a view to Partnership or a Salaried GP position.

What Makes Us Different?

At Humshaugh & Wark Medical Group, we believe general practice should be rewarding, sustainable and enjoyable.

We offer:

A supportive and approachable clinical team

Strong emphasis on continuity of care

A manageable workload and protected clinical time

Highly skilled nursing, administrative and dispensing teams

Opportunities to develop specialist interests and leadership roles

Flexible working arrangements considered

An excellent team culture where everyone's contribution is valued

Life in Northumberland

Our practice sits within easy reach of Hexham and Newcastle while benefiting from the peace and beauty of rural Northumberland. From Hadrians Wall and Kielder Forest to excellent schools and thriving local communities, the area offers an outstanding quality of life for individuals and families alike.

Join a practice where relationships matter, teamwork is valued, and you can make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of your community.

Main duties of the job

The Role

We are flexible and would welcome applications from:

Existing GP partners seeking a new opportunity

GPs interested in developing a partnership role in the future

Experienced salaried GPs

Newly qualified GPs

Ideally 6 sessions, but we will consider both full-time and part-time applications.

About us

We are located in the heart of the beautiful North Tyne Valley, our practice offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care within a close-knit community, while enjoying an excellent work-life balance in one of the most stunning parts of Northumberland.

About the Practice

Rural dispensing practice serving a loyal and appreciative patient population

Modern approach to primary care with a strong focus on quality and innovation

Collaborative multidisciplinary working

Training and development opportunities encouraged

Well-established and stable leadership team

Dispensing and non-dispensing patient population

What We Offer

Competitive remuneration

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working and portfolio career opportunities

A supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional development

The opportunity to influence the future direction of the practice

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time

Reference number

A4675-26-0000

Job locations

1 East Lea

The Surgery

Humshaugh

Northumberland

NE46 4BU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary medical services to registered patients.

Undertake consultations in surgery, by telephone, online, and through home visits where clinically appropriate.

Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.

Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with current guidelines and best practice.

Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and community services.

Participate in safeguarding processes and fulfil statutory responsibilities relating to vulnerable children and adults.

Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and legally compliant medical records.

Contribute to the achievement of quality and performance targets.

Partnership Responsibilities

Share responsibility for the overall governance and strategic direction of the practice.

Participate in partnership meetings and decision-making processes.

Work collaboratively with partners to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of the practice.

Support service development and innovation to meet the changing needs of patients and the NHS.

Contribute to financial planning, resource allocation, and workforce development.

Leadership and Management

Provide clinical leadership to the multidisciplinary team.

Support the recruitment, retention, supervision, and development of staff.

Foster a positive and inclusive working environment.

Contribute to policy development and implementation.

Support quality improvement initiatives and organisational change.

Quality, Governance and Compliance

Ensure compliance with NHS contractual requirements and regulatory standards.

Participate in clinical governance activities, audits, significant event reviews, and quality improvement programmes.

Maintain professional registration, appraisal, and revalidation requirements.

Contribute to risk management and patient safety initiatives.

Training and Education

Support the education and development of medical students and other healthcare professionals where applicable.

Maintain personal professional development through continuing medical education.

Share learning and good practice within the practice team.

Communication and Teamwork

Work effectively with colleagues across primary, community, and secondary care.

Build strong relationships with patients, carers, local organisations, and healthcare partners.

Promote effective multidisciplinary working and communication.

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to lead and motivate teams.

Sound organisational and decision-making abilities.

Commitment to collaborative working and partnership.

Flexible and adaptable approach to service delivery.

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable

Knowledge of EMIS IT systems

Personal Qualities

Essential

Integrity and professionalism.

Enthusiasm for rural/community-based healthcare.

Commitment to delivering compassionate patient-centred care.

Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to practice development.

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within UK General Practice.

Demonstrable commitment to high-quality patient care.

Understanding of NHS primary care systems, contracts, and performance frameworks.

Experience of multidisciplinary team working.

Qualifications

Essential

Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).

Included on the GP Register.

MRCGP or equivalent qualification.

Eligible to work as an NHS General Practitioner.

Desirable

Previous experience as a GP Partner.

Experience in practice leadership or management.

Interest in developing specialist clinical services.

Educational supervision or training qualifications.

Experience of quality improvement and service redesign projects.

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

Humshaugh and Wark Medical Group

Address

1 East Lea

The Surgery

Humshaugh

Northumberland

NE46 4BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Humshaugh and Wark Medical Group

Address

1 East Lea

The Surgery

Humshaugh

Northumberland

NE46 4BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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