Job summaryAre you a GP looking for a long-term opportunity in a supportive, friendly practice where continuity of care and a traditional patient-centred approach are at the heart of what we do? Were looking for a GP to join our welcoming and forward-thinking team at Dunster & Porlock Surgeries.
What were looking for: A GP who is passionate about continuity of care and family medicineSomeone who enjoys working as part of a friendly and supportive teamAn interest in teaching and supporting GP trainees, FY2 doctors and medical students is welcomedAn aptitude for leadership and enthusiasm for developing servicesSomeone looking to become part of the practice for the long termA good sense of humour and a positive approach!
Main duties of the jobProvide and deliver comprehensive, patient-centred medical care across both rural sites in West Somerset, emphasising traditional family medicine, chronic disease management, and strong continuity of care from cradle to grave.
About usWe are a rural dispensing practice with two sites in Dunster and Porlock, serving approximately 8,600 patients. We have an excellent, stable nursing and administrative team and are committed to providing high-quality, personalised care to our local communities.
DetailsDate posted12 August 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
Depending on experience
Competitive
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time,
Part-time
Reference numberA4117-26-0001Job locationsDunster SurgeryWest StreetDunsterMineheadSomersetTA24 6SNUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesGPLocation: Dunster & Porlock Surgeries, ExmoorSessions: 4-8 sessions per weekPosition: Salaried GP
Competitive salary packageAre you a GP looking for a long-term
opportunity in a supportive, friendly practice where continuity of
care and a traditional patient-centred approach are at the heart of what we do? Were looking for a GP to
join our welcoming and forward-thinking team at Dunster & Porlock
Surgeries. We are a rural dispensing
practice with two sites in Dunster and Porlock, serving approximately
8,600 patients. We have an excellent, stable nursing and administrative team
and are committed to providing high-quality, personalised care to our local
communities. What were looking for:
A GP who is passionate about continuity of care and family medicine
Someone who enjoys working as part of a friendly and supportive team
An interest in teaching and supporting GP trainees, FY2 doctors and medical
students is welcomed
An aptitude for leadership and enthusiasm for developing services
Someone looking to become part of the practice for the long term
A good sense of humour and a positive approach! What we offer:
A happy, supportive working environment
Opportunities to develop and explore special interests
Opportunities for personal and professional development, with scope to grow
within the practice
Training practice for GP trainees, FY2 doctors and medical students
Regular multi-professional meetings and excellent team working
Competitive salary package including MPS, GMC, RCGP and BMA fees
6 weeks' annual leave pro rata
Relocation package of up to 5,000 may be available
The opportunity to enjoy an excellent quality of life in the beautiful Exmoor
areaWhy Dunster & Porlock?
If you value quality of life,
traditional patient-centred medicine and continuity of care, youll
feel at home here.
Our two surgeries are set in
beautiful rural locations, surrounded by Exmoor, woodland, beaches and historic
villages. Dunster Surgery overlooks the Great Wood, while Porlock Medical
Centre is situated in the heart of the village with views across the moors and
towards the sea.
Were a friendly,
forward-thinking team who support each other and encourage personal
and professional development, while retaining the ethos of a family practice.
For the right person, this
could be more than simply your next GP role it could be an opportunity to
become an important part of the future of our practice.
Come and meet us!
Job description
Job responsibilitiesGPLocation: Dunster & Porlock Surgeries, ExmoorSessions: 4-8 sessions per weekPosition: Salaried GP
Competitive salary packageAre you a GP looking for a long-term
opportunity in a supportive, friendly practice where continuity of
care and a traditional patient-centred approach are at the heart of what we do? Were looking for a GP to
join our welcoming and forward-thinking team at Dunster & Porlock
Surgeries. We are a rural dispensing
practice with two sites in Dunster and Porlock, serving approximately
8,600 patients. We have an excellent, stable nursing and administrative team
and are committed to providing high-quality, personalised care to our local
communities. What were looking for:
A GP who is passionate about continuity of care and family medicine
Someone who enjoys working as part of a friendly and supportive team
An interest in teaching and supporting GP trainees, FY2 doctors and medical
students is welcomed
An aptitude for leadership and enthusiasm for developing services
Someone looking to become part of the practice for the long term
A good sense of humour and a positive approach! What we offer:
A happy, supportive working environment
Opportunities to develop and explore special interests
Opportunities for personal and professional development, with scope to grow
within the practice
Training practice for GP trainees, FY2 doctors and medical students
Regular multi-professional meetings and excellent team working
Competitive salary package including MPS, GMC, RCGP and BMA fees
6 weeks' annual leave pro rata
Relocation package of up to 5,000 may be available
The opportunity to enjoy an excellent quality of life in the beautiful Exmoor
areaWhy Dunster & Porlock?
If you value quality of life,
traditional patient-centred medicine and continuity of care, youll
feel at home here.
Our two surgeries are set in
beautiful rural locations, surrounded by Exmoor, woodland, beaches and historic
villages. Dunster Surgery overlooks the Great Wood, while Porlock Medical
Centre is situated in the heart of the village with views across the moors and
towards the sea.
Were a friendly,
forward-thinking team who support each other and encourage personal
and professional development, while retaining the ethos of a family practice.
For the right person, this
could be more than simply your next GP role it could be an opportunity to
become an important part of the future of our practice.
Come and meet us! Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialQualified General PractitionerFully qualified GP with GMC registrationpossess the right to work in the UK, included on NHS performers list.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialQualified General PractitionerFully qualified GP with GMC registrationpossess the right to work in the UK, included on NHS performers list.
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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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 nameDunster And Porlock SurgeriesAddressDunster SurgeryWest StreetDunsterMineheadSomersetTA24 6SNUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameDunster And Porlock SurgeriesAddressDunster SurgeryWest StreetDunsterMineheadSomersetTA24 6SNUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Locations
Salaried GP in Somerset, Taunton employer: National Health Service
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