Salaried GP in Sleaford

We are a busy, forward-thinking GP practice seeking two enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GPs to join our friendly and ambitious team. Our practice prides itself on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting staff development, innovation, and work-life balance. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team in a supportive environment with opportunities to develop special interests and contribute to ongoing service improvements. For the right candidates, there may also be future opportunities to join the partnership.

We offer a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and excellent clinical support. If you’re a committed GP looking for a rewarding role in a progressive practice with genuine potential for partnership, we’d love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

You will be required to work as an autonomous GP and be responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population whilst delivering excellent clinical care. You must adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contribute to effective management and processes within the practice, show leadership skills as well as maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team. You will be involved in routine clinics and taking part in the duty doctor rota. If you have particular special interests, we can look into how we can accommodate your skills.

We are currently a training practice and have multiple GP trainers. We have a skilled team of clinicians including doctors, nurse practitioners, paramedics, nurses, pharmacists, and HCAs. We have a skilled administrative team who support clinicians by arranging referrals and organising workflow of tasks allowing time to focus on patient care. We have a culture of learning and personal development being a training practice. There are regular clinical meetings which allow us to discuss matters in an open and supportive environment. Apart from this, we pride ourselves on having an open door policy - any issues can be discussed at the time you need to with any member of staff.

15 minute appointments (mix of face-to-face and telephone)

About us

Sleaford Medical Group is a large, well-established GP practice based in the K2 Sleaford Primary Care Network in Lincolnshire, proudly supporting a population of over 17,000 registered patients. With a dedicated team of more than 40 healthcare and administrative professionals, we provide high-quality, patient-centred care to our community. Rated Good by the CQC, we are a forward-thinking and ambitious practice currently undergoing a positive and focused period of strategic change. This creates exciting opportunities for motivated and aspirational professionals to help shape the future of our services while developing their own careers within a supportive and progressive environment.

Job responsibilities

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will manage a diverse clinical workload, including acute and chronic disease management, preventive health care, and health promotion.

• Provide consultations, diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of medical conditions.
• Deliver continuity of care to registered patients, including care home visits and telephone consultations where appropriate.
• Support the management of long-term conditions in line with current clinical guidelines and best practice.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and the achievement of QOF and enhanced services.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and administrative staff to deliver safe and efficient patient care.
• Contribute to the teaching and mentoring of students and trainees where applicable.
• Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) and maintain GMC registration.

Requirements

• GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Inclusion (or eligibility for inclusion) on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• Excellent clinical, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Fully qualified General Practitioner with MRCGP (or equivalent experience).
• GMC registration with a current licence to practise.
• Inclusion (or eligibility for inclusion) on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD and appraisal in line with GMC revalidation requirements.

Experience and Knowledge

• Broad clinical experience in primary care, including management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Understanding and experience of working under the General Medical Services (GMS) contract.
• Experience in the delivery of Enhanced Services (e.g. minor surgery, contraceptive services, vaccinations, or long-term condition management).
• Knowledge of NHS structures, clinical governance, and current healthcare policy.
• Awareness of QOF, CQC standards, and information governance requirements.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
• Effective time management, prioritisation, and organisational skills.
• Competence in the use of clinical IT systems (e.g. SystmOne, EMIS) and electronic record-keeping.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to clinical quality improvement, audit, and evidence-based practice.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, compassionate, and patient-focused approach.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a positive attitude toward change and innovation.
• Committed to teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Motivated to contribute to the strategic development of the practice and PCN.
• Additional qualifications or special interests (e.g. dermatology, women’s health, minor surgery, diabetes).
• Experience in teaching, training, or supervising medical students or GP trainees.
• Leadership experience within primary care or PCN initiatives.

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.