Job summarySessional GP's specialising in care for people with substance misuse and men and women in prison and detained settingsSpectrum CIC are looking for passionate enthusiastic, values driven people to join our existing team of experienced GPs. We are open to people working part time or full time, face to face.All of our posts attract all of the benefits of NHS employment including NHS pension and time served enhancements and we warmly welcome those who may have retired and are thinking about returning into a new challengeOur doctors are all committed to delivering better health outcomes, tackling health inequalities, working with some of the most marginlised patients in the countryMain duties of the jobPrison healthcareGPs play a crucial clinical leadership role in our prison primary healthcare teams. Previous experience of working in a jail, whilst desirable is not essential as full induction and training will be provided and there is round the clock access to experienced clinical supervision for new doctors who join our teamsOur GPs tell us that personal and professional attributes of compassion, empathy, fairness and multidisciplinary working, alongside a desire to deliver the highest quality and innovative care are the cornerstones of a successful working modelLine managed and supported by a Regional Lead GP, you will have access to continuing professional development in support of appraisal and revalidation through our GP forum. As a senior leader you will have access to a full induction and a range of ongoing professional support, coaching and development opportunities including Spectrum's own ILM accredited leadership and management programme.Substance MisuseYou may already have a special interest in substance misuse, if not we will invest in you to help you attain the expertise and confidence, backed up by national accreditation to deliver a substance misuse extended roleAlternatively you may have an interest in research or in medical education where we can link you to opportunities through our Research and medical education departments.About usBE THE DIFFERENCE IN HEALTHCARE Join our team We're looking for passionate individuals to join our diverse and innovative team.Whether you are starting out in your healthcare journey or are an experienced healthcare professional looking for a new challenge we've got a role for you!Access to NHS PensionTime for you (additional day off)Welcome payment for some postsRefer a friend schemeTraining and Development opportunitiesFlexible WorkingAccess to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmesUp to 33 days annual leaveSpectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company our focus is centred on people - our patients, service users, staff and partners.We are building on our ambition to deliver the best in health and wellbeing on a values-driven ethos and to maintain the highest standards of patient care and service. We are an expanding organisation, but we aim to grow without compromising on quality and social value. Our Mission Holistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities Our Vision Quality healthcare that makes a difference to people's lives, regardless of circumstances.DetailsDate posted12 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeDoctor - otherSalary
100,000 to 105,999 a year
per annum pro rata
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Part-time,
Flexible working
Reference number847-RM-26-V992Job locationsHMP FranklandDurhamDH1 5YAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job Description and Person Specification. For an informal discussion, please contact Tracey Hopwood at:
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job Description and Person Specification. For an informal discussion, please contact Tracey Hopwood at: Specification
Qualifications
EssentialUK recognised medical qualificationRecognised Certificate of Vocational TrainingEvidence of ongoing professional development in the relevant clinical and service improvement areasDesirableHigher specialist qualifications or extensive relevant experienceCurrent accreditation at GPwSI level in specialist areaRCGP Certificate Part 1 and 2 - Substance MisuseWomen's health and wellbeingHarm minimisation and management of bloodborne virusesSexual health
Knowledge
EssentialPrimary care mental healthBasic drug and alcohol awarenessChronic disease managementUnderstanding of current health and social policy particularly offender healthUnderstanding of clinical risk management and governancePrinciples of substance misuse treatment and pharmacotherapyDependant Forming MedicationsDesirableUnderstanding of principles & researchDemonstrated breadth of knowledge in and outside this specialist areaUnderstanding of NHS clinical governance/GP contracts/medicines management and resource constraints/financial managementUp-to-date on new GP and pharmacy contracts
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialUK recognised medical qualificationRecognised Certificate of Vocational TrainingEvidence of ongoing professional development in the relevant clinical and service improvement areasDesirableHigher specialist qualifications or extensive relevant experienceCurrent accreditation at GPwSI level in specialist areaRCGP Certificate Part 1 and 2 - Substance MisuseWomen's health and wellbeingHarm minimisation and management of bloodborne virusesSexual health
Knowledge
EssentialPrimary care mental healthBasic drug and alcohol awarenessChronic disease managementUnderstanding of current health and social policy particularly offender healthUnderstanding of clinical risk management and governancePrinciples of substance misuse treatment and pharmacotherapyDependant Forming MedicationsDesirableUnderstanding of principles & researchDemonstrated breadth of knowledge in and outside this specialist areaUnderstanding of NHS clinical governance/GP contracts/medicines management and resource constraints/financial managementUp-to-date on new GP and pharmacy contractsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer nameSpectrum Community Health CICAddressHMP FranklandDurhamDH1 5YAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSpectrum Community Health CICAddressHMP FranklandDurhamDH1 5YAUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Salaried GP - HMP Frankland + 1500 Welcome Payment in Durham employer: National Health Service
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