Overview
Due to retirement, a fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our friendly practice in the heart of the Lake District. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated GP to join our supportive team of five GP Partners, two salaried GPs, GP Registrar, Medical Student, Nurse and Pharmacist prescribing training practice. Good range of enhanced services, including minor surgery and coil fitting. Community Hospital work. Excellent Keswick and Solway PCN and very supportive wider primary healthcare team. Links with Mountain Rescue and BASICS.
Main duties
All duties required of a GP governed by GMS contract include:
* Contribute and comply with all objectives of GMS and Enhanced Service contracts
* Effective data input and coding onto EMIS clinical system
* Participate in clinical audits and significant event analyses
* Take an active role in practice & MDT meetings
* Provide high quality teaching and support to GP Trainees and other staff in training
* Be responsible for own professional development and engage fully in appraisals
* Maintain confidentiality within the practice that protects patients, staff and all allied health professionals
* Clinical cover for UTC and ward at local community hospital as per rota
* Support and adhere to practice health and safety policies and legislation
* Ensure that all work is CQC compliant
* Complete medical and other reports for patients registered with the Practice
* Contribute to maintaining a positive working environment and culture
* Active involvement in the continuous improvement and development of the practice
About us
We are based in the north of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, just a 25-minute drive from Penrith, with direct access to the M6 and West Coast mainline. Major cities within 2.5 hours drive include Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Glasgow and Edinburgh. We are a respected GMS training practice with a patient list of approximately 8,500. Registered with the CQC, the latest inspection (Feb 2018) awarded an overall Good rating. Our catchment covers Keswick and surrounding villages. GPs provide medical cover at Keswick Community Hospital (UTC, 16 beds). Minor surgery and family planning are delivered using the hospital theatre. Enhanced access appointments are available on Tuesday evenings and across ten weekends each year (not mandatory).
Details
Date posted: 30 October 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience 11,000+ depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: A5149-25-0005
Job locations: Ambleside Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4DB
Job responsibilities
GP Job Description
* Role: General Practitioner
* Hours of Work: 4-6 sessions per week
* Annual/Study Leave: 6 weeks annual leave & 1 week study leave (pro rata)
* Duties & Responsibilities: All duties required of a GP governed by GMS contract; contribute to and comply with all objectives of GMS and Enhanced Service contracts; data input and coding onto EMIS; participate in clinical audits; MDT meetings; teaching and support to GP Trainees; professional development and appraisal; confidentiality; clinical cover; health and safety; CQC; reports; positive working environment; continuous improvement of the practice
Qualifications
Essential
* Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
* Entry on the GMC GP Register
* Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) (or equivalent)
* Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List (or eligible prior to commencement)
* Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and commitment to revalidation
Desirable
* Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area (e.g. Diploma in Family Planning, Diabetes, Minor Surgery, Dermatology, Mental Health, Women’s Health)
* Experience in teaching and training (GP Trainer, Medical Student Tutor, etc.)
* Interest or qualification in leadership, quality improvement, or management
* Experience of dispensing practice (if applicable)
* Experience in palliative care, elderly care, or mental health
* Experience of working with PCNs or wider system partners
Disclosure and Vetting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975; submission for Disclosure to the DBS will be necessary (CRB history).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer: Castlehead Medical Centre
Address: Ambleside Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4DB
Employer's website: https://www.castlehead.org.uk/
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