Salaried GP/GP Partner in Southport

We have a patient list size of over 10,000 patients from the Maghull and Lydiate areas. We are seeking a forward-thinking GP who is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred services. The ideal candidate will embrace new models of care and digital health technologies, be proactive in identifying opportunities for service improvement and clinical innovation, and be open to developing special interests that align with practice and community needs.

Main duties of the job:

• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the practice.
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.
• Completing the necessary checks and recording appropriate data to support the practice in meeting the QOF, attaining GMS contract quality points.

About us:

Due to the impending retirement of several GP partners, this is a rare opportunity to join one of the largest practices in South Sefton. High Pastures has 5 GP Partners, 2 Salaried GPs, 2 Physician Associates, a Clinical Pharmacist, a Midwife & 2 Practice Nurses. We also have an experienced management, reception, admin/secretarial team who are all committed to providing high quality, friendly and personal primary care. We are a member of the South Sefton Primary Care Network and Federation. We are also a GP training practice, hosting junior doctors and student doctors. The practice has been rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Every year, we consistently score high on QOF and LQC.

Along with your CV, please provide a brief summary telling us about yourself and future career aspirations. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 18 February 2026. Any A1 generated documentation will not be considered. No agencies, thank you. If you would like to arrange an informal visit, please contact Sue Jago, Practice Manager, mobile number 07579799925.

Job responsibilities:

• You will manage your own patient list of 1,500 patients (based on 6 sessions) and take part in the duty doctor rota, currently 1 in 6, between the hours of 10.30 am and 6.30 pm.
• Salaried GPs employed under the BMA model contract are entitled to protected learning time for professional development.
• Lunchtime clinical/training meetings are held weekly to facilitate MDT discussion and peer support.
• Role development and training is encouraged and supported.
• Surgery start times can be flexible, but the post holder should normally be available between 8.00 am and 6.00 pm on each working day.
• Each session will consist of 12 face-to-face appointments, with an agreed amount of tasks, documents & scripts.

Person Specification:

• Fully qualified GP eligible to work in NHS General Practice.
• MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
• Registered on the General Practitioner Register under Article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003.
• Registered on the National Performers List.
• Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
• Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) report.
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
• Experience working in general practice or primary care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to listen actively and empathetically.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle criticism constructively.
• Experience with clinical IT systems (e.g., EMIS).
• Accurate and thorough record keeping.
• Postgraduate qualifications in areas such as Diabetes care, Women’s health, Mental health, Palliative care, Teaching or mentoring qualifications for GPs involved in training registrars or medical students.
• Understanding of the needs of vulnerable patient groups.
• Experience working to achieve Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) standards.

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.