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GP - Fixed Term - 12 Months Maternity Cover
The Goodinge Group Practice View all jobs
Posted 21 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2461720
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic GP to cover maternity leave at the Goodinge Group Practice, with excellent clinical and communication skills to work with our friendly multi-disciplinary team.
This is offered as a 12 month fixed-term contract and will be to cover a specific GPs list who will be going on maternity leave from Mid-December
Salaried fixed-term contract - up to £13,500 per session per annum - depending experience - with full salaried benefits, on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Two weeks pro rata private study leave, and two dedicated sessions for appraisal - one for appraisal, one for appraisal preparation.
6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata
BMA model contract and paid medical defence subscriptions
Salaried GPs, including those on our fixed-term contracts, rotate participation in a dedicated MDT meeting, held in protected time
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will undertake the full range of duties associated with a GP within an NHS general practice setting, alongside our substantive salaried GP team. Responsibilities include conducting face-to-face and telephone consultations, reviewing and actioning test results, issuing prescriptions, managing clinical correspondence, and making appropriate referrals, as well as supporting the ongoing care of our registered patient population.
You will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary clinical and administrative team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care within a friendly and supportive practice environment.
About us
About us
The Goodinge Group Practice is a long-established GP practice situated in the north London borough of Islington, a five-minute walk from Caledonian Road tube station on the Piccadilly line and a 10-minute walk from Kentish Town tube station on the Northern line. The practice is in a two-storey purpose-built health centre, which also provides a base for community staff, such as district nurses and health visitors and is close to local shops and cafes.
There are approximately 12,500 patients registered with the Goodinge Practice.
The Practice Philosophy
The Goodinge Group Practice puts patient care at the heart of what it does and maintains the values of teamwork, professionalism and compassion in providing traditional family medicine to the local community.
The Practices patients reflect the changing demographics of the area which continues to undergo regeneration. We offer double-length appointments for patients requiring translation.
Training Practice
The Goodinge Group Practice is an established GP training practice. We provide supervision and training for clinical and non-clinical staff members and offer support to our salaried GPs, including those on our fixed-term contracts, through weekly mentoring with a GP partner if desired.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£360 a session
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A3551-26-0015
Job locations
20 North Road
London
N7 9EW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will undertake the full range of duties associated with a GP within an NHS general practice setting, alongside our substantive salaried GP team. Responsibilities include conducting face-to-face and telephone consultations, reviewing and actioning test results, issuing prescriptions, managing clinical correspondence, and making appropriate referrals, as well as supporting the ongoing care of our registered patient population.
You will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary clinical and administrative team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care within a friendly and supportive practice environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will undertake the full range of duties associated with a GP within an NHS general practice setting, alongside our substantive salaried GP team. Responsibilities include conducting face-to-face and telephone consultations, reviewing and actioning test results, issuing prescriptions, managing clinical correspondence, and making appropriate referrals, as well as supporting the ongoing care of our registered patient population.
You will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary clinical and administrative team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care within a friendly and supportive practice environment.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- GMC registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the NHS Performers List
- Experience working as a GP in UK general practice
- Competence in managing acute presentations and chronic disease in primary care
- Safe and effective prescribing practice
- Strong communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to high quality, patient-centred care
- Good record keeping and understanding of clinical governance, safeguarding, and risk management
Desirable
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Familiarity with EMIS and structured clinical templates
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- GMC registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the NHS Performers List
- Experience working as a GP in UK general practice
- Competence in managing acute presentations and chronic disease in primary care
- Safe and effective prescribing practice
- Strong communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to high quality, patient-centred care
- Good record keeping and understanding of clinical governance, safeguarding, and risk management
Desirable
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Familiarity with EMIS and structured clinical templates
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).
Additional information
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
The Goodinge Group Practice
Address
20 North Road
London
N7 9EW
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
The Goodinge Group Practice
Address
20 North Road
London
N7 9EW
United Kingdom