At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality patient care with manageable patient lists and no routine overruns.
- Company: A supportive rural practice in North Shropshire, focused on sustainable general practice.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, NHS pension, 7 weeks annual leave, and professional fees covered.
- Other info: Opportunity for partnership or salaried role with excellent support and career growth.
- Why this job: Join a caring team and enjoy a balanced work-life in a beautiful rural setting.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified GP registered with the GMC and UK performers list.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 48000 £ per year.
Background This rural Shropshire practice offers something increasingly rare in general practice today: consulting lists of just 16 to 19 patients a day, and less than one home visit on average. A long‑standing GP partner is stepping back from clinical responsibility, creating a genuine partnership pathway for the right candidate, or a well‑supported salaried role for those not yet ready to commit. This is a role built around sustainable, high‑quality general practice, not volume.
Location The practice is set in rural Shropshire, within easy reach of Market Drayton, Shrewsbury, and Telford. The surrounding area is dominated by farmland and small villages, offering a genuinely rural lifestyle without being cut off from larger towns.
The Practice
- Rural dispensing practice
- Small practice, with a steadily growing patient list
- Strong partnership team, supported by salaried GPs
- Rated Good by CQC, partially Outstanding
Your Role
- 4 clinical sessions per week, Wednesday and Friday, with potential scope to increase to 5 sessions for the right candidate
- Circa 24–27 patients per day
- All clinical work, with pooled lists across the practice
- A working day that finishes on time, with no routine overrun
- Some sessions include a nursing home commitment
Salary and Benefits
- Sessional rate of £10,000 – £12,000 per session (depending on experience)
- Professional fees covered
- NHS pension scheme
- 7 weeks annual leave as a salaried GP, which can be taken as leave or study time
Qualifications: You must be qualified as a General Practitioner and registered with the GMC and UK performers list.
Salaried GP, North Shropshire in Market Drayton employer: Menlo Park Adult Social Care
Menlo Park Adult Social Care is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and innovative work culture in Basingstoke that prioritises the well-being of its staff. With a focus on reducing GP workload, employees benefit from a BMA-equivalent contract, NHS pension, and generous annual leave, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. This role not only promises a manageable workload but also fosters a rewarding environment for those seeking meaningful employment in healthcare.
Contact Details:
Menlo Park Adult Social Care Recruitment Team
