Job summary
We are seeking GP bank staff that can work overnight evening shifts. We reserve the right to close the advert before date advertised. Shifts are Midnight to 8am. Please do NOT apply if you are unable to complete overnight shifts.
Rates of pay are £100 per hour.
We are also seeking GP's that can cover for EA and SDA shifts in practices - please see our adverts and apply there for those.
As a GP, you will be responsible for providing face to face care in our urgent care centre for patients. In order to provide an effective service, you will be working directly with the employees of the Whipps X including nursing and administration teams. Other key communication and relationships include: patients and carers, acute trusts, General Practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners, neighbourhood teams, community hospitals, social care staff, local hospices, palliative care teams. As a key member of the Whipps X Urgent Care Centre (UTC), the GP will be responsible for providing face to face care for patients that access the service, when the UTC is open. Patients who present to the UTC will be walk-in patients or patients booked in by NHS 111 or directed by a healthcare professional. The GP will ensure that all patients are dealt with appropriately and efficiently, whilst maintaining a high-quality service and keeping the high standards that are expected.
Main duties of the job
- You will follow Whipps X and WF Fednet's operational policies/procedures.
- You will work as a GP on our bank staff for shifts starting midnight until 08:00am.
- Generally the role requires similar skills to those of an in‑hours GP. You will assist in the development of an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care across the UTC.
- For EA and/or SDA shifts - these will be practice based and we have a number of shifts times but please check adverts and apply on those.
Clinical Responsibilities
- To act as an autonomous clinician providing clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment, where appropriate, for patients that attend the UTC.
- Accurately triage & prioritise patients to elicit the history of an event or illness including past medical and drug history.
- Evaluate clinical information from history and examination and initiate appropriate treatment, referral or discharge.
- Refer patients to appropriate care settings.
- Prescribe, supply and/or administer medication and treatments according to agreed protocols, within scope of competence.
- To maintain accurate, contemporaneous computerised clinical records of every contact, including history, examination, diagnosis, plan of care, advice given, treatment and recommended follow up. This includes documenting any adverse event, safeguarding child or vulnerable adult issue or other notifiable matter.
- To provide clinical support.
This list is not exhaustive and you will complete other tasks within the scope of your role.
About us
WF GP Federation is a not-for-profit Federation of 36 GP Practices in Waltham Forest. We are a private limited company who provides NHS Services based in Primary Care, pooling the skills and resources of local GPs to provide large scale services as part of the local NHS Strategy to bring more services into the Community to help people stay well and at home.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- MRCGP or equivalent
- Must be currently registered on a performers List
- Valid registration with the GMC
- License to Practice
- Recent evidence of continued academic and professional development.
- Experience of Microsoft Office software
- Good team player able to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work under own initiative
- Adhere to the Confidentiality Code and Data Protection Regulations
- An interest in and enthusiasm for general practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name: Waltham Forest Federated GP Network
Address: W F Federated Gp Network Ltd, 500 Larkshall Road, London, E4 9HH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://wfgpfednet.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: HR TEAM, HR, wfgpfednet.fednet-hr@nhs.net
Details
Date posted: 28 September 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £100 an hour
Contract: Bank
Duration: 1 days
Working pattern: Flexible working
Reference number: B0116-26-0039-CVA
Job locations: W F Federated Gp Network Ltd, 500 Larkshall Road, London, E4 9HH, United Kingdom
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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Urgent Care - Overnight Gp employer: Waltham Forest Federated GP Network
Waltham Forest Federated GP Network is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises collaboration and high-quality patient care. With opportunities for ongoing professional development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community at the Whipps X Urgent Care Centre, employees can thrive in a dynamic environment while enjoying the benefits of working within the NHS framework.
Contact Details:
Waltham Forest Federated GP Network Recruitment Team
