Job summary
Somerset CareCo is launching an exciting pilot service that helps people remain safely at home and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. We are inviting experienced, self-employed General Practitioners to join this innovative project between 4 January and 2 May 2026. Based at Ashford Court in Taunton, this role offers full clinical independence and flexibility -- clinicians choose the sessions they wish to work within the weekday service window of 08:00 to 20:00.
This is an opportunity to work with a collaborative, multi-agency team focused on improving local care pathways and reducing avoidable use of urgent services. You will contribute to shaping a model of care with the potential for national impact. If you value autonomy, variety, and the chance to influence how primary care integrates with wider health and social care systems, this pilot is for you.
Main duties of the job
* Review clinical queues and make timely, evidence-based decisions.
* Liaise with other healthcare professionals to coordinate ongoing care.
* Determine safe and appropriate next steps for patients using professional judgement.
* Support and advise local teams in preventing unnecessary hospital conveyance.
* Contribute to the development and evaluation of care pathways within the pilot model.
About us
HUCprovides theNHS111and Out of Hours GP service to over 4.5 million patients across Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, West Essex and the South West of England.We are looking for independent, self-employed General Practitioner to provide services on a face to face basis.
Upon receiving your expression of interest, you will be sent a link to upload your compliance documents via Credentially platform. Once approved, you will be given access to the Rota Master.
Details
Date posted
20 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£70 to £100 an hour per hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
Job locations
Taunton
Ashford Court, Blackbrook Park Avenue
Taunton
TA6 4GU
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essential requirements include:
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practise and on GP Register.
* Annual Appraisal and Revalidation.
* Minimum 300-hours post-CCT experience.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
* Availability to work onsite at Care Co, Taunton.
* Professional indemnity cover suitable for self-employed engagements.
* Be a practicing GP.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essential requirements include:
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practise and on GP Register.
* Annual Appraisal and Revalidation.
* Minimum 300-hours post-CCT experience.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
* Availability to work onsite at Care Co, Taunton.
* Professional indemnity cover suitable for self-employed engagements.
* Be a practicing GP.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
* Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
* Be a practising GP
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
* Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
* Be a practising GP
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
HUC
Address
Taunton
Ashford Court, Blackbrook Park Avenue
Taunton
TA6 4GU
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Employer details
Employer name
HUC
Address
Taunton
Ashford Court, Blackbrook Park Avenue
Taunton
TA6 4GU
Employer's website
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