Job summaryUNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Lead General Practitionerto join our Primary Care team at HMP Bullingdon, a category B remand Prison located in Oxfordshire.
Within this role you will be overseeing the delivery of a high quality GP service and clinically supervise approximately 5 GP's. You will also assist with training, rotas, clinical sessions, as well as leading MPCCC and safer prescribing meetings.
Ideal applicants would enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have experience in leadership and management.
HoursWeekdays: Morning: 08:00-12:00Afternoon: 13:00-17:00Evening: 18:00-22:00Saturdays: 09.00-18.00This is a full-time position comprising of10 x4-hour sessions per week. The role requires a minimum of two evening sessions per week and one Saturday per month.
SalaryYou'll receive an annual salary up to 144,000per annum - depending on experience.
How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider teamCandidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the jobOur Lead General Practitioners are extremely valued and are well respected members of the Prison Healthcare community, as a Lead General Practitioner, your responsibilities will vary.
You willProvide medical leadership and expert advice, regarding medical and primary care issuesIdentify and utilise evidence based best practice through benchmarking and clinical guidelinesChair the MPCCC & safer prescribing meetings and support 72 hour review meetingsEnsure systems and processes in place for managing results, letters, tasksBe a core member of the local QA and MM meetingsReview RCA findings and engage with action planning, ensuring lessons learned are embeddedSupport the development of Local Operating PoliciesSupport the Head of Healthcare at Local Delivery Board meetingsAttend Clinical ForumsReviewing CVs for potential new GPs and locum/agency GPs and support the recruitment of new GPs into the serviceOversee the induction of new GPs into the local siteSupport other GPs working in the service with peer review & clinical supervisionSupport the Head of Healthcare with any discussions about poor performance and escalate if necessary to regional cluster lead where considering referral to DMGIt doesnt stop there we also offer: Discounts on shopping and leisure activitiesSupport to grow in your role and continue your professional development24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need itAbout usThe Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres.
Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: We treat patients and each other as they would like to be treatedWe act with integrityWe embrace diversityWe strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
RequirementsMBChB or MBBS Inclusion on the GMC Register and GP Performers ListRCGP 1 and 2 substance misuse qualifications or a willingness to undertake the qualificationsAbility to work with patients with a history of substance misuseInterest in long term conditionsEvidence of continuing professional developmentKnowledge and methods of developing clinical quality assuranceAbility to develop evidence based best practice Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work.
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
DetailsDate posted02 November 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
144,000 a year
Up to 144,000 per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number15759Job locationsPatrick Haugh RdBicesterOxfordshireOX25 1PZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAs a lead GP you will;
Provide medical leadership and expert advice, regarding medical and primary
care issues
Identify and utilise evidence based best practice through benchmarking and
clinical guidelines
Chair the MPCCC & safer prescribing meetings and support 72 hour
review meetings
Ensure systems and processes in place for managing results, letters, tasks
Be a core member of the local QA and MM meetings
Review RCA findings and engage with action planning, ensuring lessons
learned are embedded
Support the development of Local Operating Policies
Support the Head of Healthcare at Local Delivery Board meetings
Attend Clinical Forums
Reviewing CVs for potential new GPs and locum/agency GPs and support the
recruitment of new GPs into the service
Oversee the induction of new GPs into the local site
Support other GPs working in the service with peer review & clinical
supervision
Support the Head of Healthcare with any discussions about poor performance
and escalate if necessary to regional cluster lead where considering referral
to DMG
Job description
Job responsibilitiesAs a lead GP you will;
Provide medical leadership and expert advice, regarding medical and primary
care issues
Identify and utilise evidence based best practice through benchmarking and
clinical guidelines
Chair the MPCCC & safer prescribing meetings and support 72 hour
review meetings
Ensure systems and processes in place for managing results, letters, tasks
Be a core member of the local QA and MM meetings
Review RCA findings and engage with action planning, ensuring lessons
learned are embedded
Support the development of Local Operating Policies
Support the Head of Healthcare at Local Delivery Board meetings
Attend Clinical Forums
Reviewing CVs for potential new GPs and locum/agency GPs and support the
recruitment of new GPs into the service
Oversee the induction of new GPs into the local site
Support other GPs working in the service with peer review & clinical
supervision
Support the Head of Healthcare with any discussions about poor performance
and escalate if necessary to regional cluster lead where considering referral
to DMGPerson Specification
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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
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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 namePractice Plus Group - Health in JusticeAddressPatrick Haugh RdBicesterOxfordshireOX25 1PZUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer namePractice Plus Group - Health in JusticeAddressPatrick Haugh RdBicesterOxfordshireOX25 1PZUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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