General Practitioner (ARRS) Pontefract and Knottingley PCN

We are seeking a newly qualified, enthusiastic GP to join our established team of GP ARRS staff at Pontefract & Knottingley PCN. Our PCN serves a population of over 49,000 patients across four GP practices, all rated "Good" by CQC. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience working across multiple practices while also supporting our Care Home Team.

We work closely not only with general practice but also in partnership with other local healthcare providers to ensure viable GP services remain at the heart of local communities, providing sustainable and high-quality patient-focused healthcare. We are proud to have a team of excellent educators, with three practices accredited as training sites. We offer a comprehensive training and education package to develop skills in your chosen field. By joining our PCN, you will learn how to support patients with integrated care across other health and social care providers, as well as collaborate with practice and PCN multidisciplinary colleagues.

Main duties of the job: This is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn from experienced GPs and take part in case reviews and MDT meetings further expanding your knowledge of Primary Care while also being part of a forward-thinking PCN. Our workplace truly values growth, collaboration and impact and we take pride in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment with the aim of delivering better outcomes for our patients.

Leadership and supervision will be provided by the PCN Education Lead, as well as a named mentor (you will have opportunities to meet regularly for debriefs). Tutorials and personal development time will be factored into your working week.

About us: Our PCN staff currently includes a well-established GP ARRS team, Pharmacist Team, an Occupational Therapist, Health Coaches, Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators, GPAs, a Mental Health Practitioner, and ANPs attached to our Care Home Team. The work base for this role will be within the PCN practices. There may be a requirement to work flexibly to cover the responsibilities of the role from any suitable venue, including working from home.

Job responsibilities: For the full description and further information about this role please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents. Interviews for this position will take place on Monday 20th October 2025.

Person Specification:

• Experience: Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems; Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours; Development of areas of clinical expertise; Experience of audit and improving care for patients.

Eligibility Requirements: Must not have been substantively employed as a GP in general practice previously; or is not employed in a temporary capacity as a locum; and/or upon commencement of employment is less than 2 years beyond their certificate of completion of training being issued by the GMC.

Qualifications: MBBS or equivalent medical degree; Full registration with GMC; Certification of Completion of Training (JCPTGP PMETB); Inclusion on Performers List; MRCGP; Evidence of a commitment to ongoing personal & professional development.

Skills & Knowledge: Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda; Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the area; Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems; Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours; Development of areas of clinical expertise; Experience of audit and improving care for patients; Understanding current NHS policies.

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.