Job Summary
Join us on Cornwall's sunny south coast, where exceptional medicine meets life by the sea.
Are you ready for a change of scene and pace whilst continuing to practice outstanding medicine? Nestled in the heart of beautiful Falmouth, our practice offers the rare chance to combine clinical excellence with a lifestyle most doctors only dream of: turquoise sea, sandy beaches, harbour walks, and a vibrant community that blends university energy with coastal calm.
At Trescobeas Surgery, we are a well‑established, patient‑focused GP partnership serving around 10,700 patients with a dispensing branch and fully integrated within our Local Primary Care Network. We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic GP to join our team for six sessions per week, with a genuine view to partnership.
About Us
* A friendly, supportive environment – Five experienced partners and four salaried GPs working closely with our multidisciplinary team of practice nurses, paramedics, pharmacists, physiotherapists, social prescribers and mental‑health practitioners delivering excellent joined‑up care.
* A modern model of care – We operate a total triage system that allows genuine flexibility, excellent continuity and the ability to focus on what really matters to patients.
* A training and teaching culture – We are a training practice for undergraduates and GP trainees, fostering a supportive and developmental environment for both new and experienced clinicians.
* Scope for developing your interests – We offer family planning, minor surgery and joint injections, and encourage clinical leadership and innovation in areas of personal interest.
* Balanced working life – You will take part in duty sessions, prescription reviews and home visits on a rota basis, supported by an experienced admin and management team who keep non‑clinical workload to a minimum.
* An enviable lifestyle – Work where people come on holiday surrounded by stunning coastline, world‑class sailing waters, excellent schools, and a welcoming Cornish community.
Job Responsibilities
* The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
* The provision of services commensurate with the GP contract
* Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly, referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising practice and any other local guidelines
* Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
* Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care
* Effective management of long‑term conditions
* Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self‑care
* Process administration in a timely manner including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
* Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways
* Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
* Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
* Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
* Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans
* Take responsibility for continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the organisation
* Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
* Attend and contribute effectively to external and internal meetings as required
* Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the organisation including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
* Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children
* Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
* Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice
* Commit to self‑learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the team
* Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
* Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement
* Be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the wider network and multi‑disciplinary team
* On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
* Accept responsibility for a specialist interest within the organisation
Qualifications (Essential)
* Qualified GP
* MRCGP
* Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
* Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
Clinical Knowledge & Skills (Essential)
* Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of a Partner
* Understanding the importance of evidence‑based practice
* Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge
* Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes
* Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes
* Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
Desirable Qualifications
* Knowledge of health promotion strategies
Other Requirements / Wider Responsibilities (Essential)
* Partake in financial management decisions/meetings
* Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
* Occupational Health clearance
* Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
* Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role
* Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis
Desirable
* Project lead as required with PCN, CQC, IC1/ICB and QOF
Experience (Essential)
* Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
* Experience of working in a primary care environment
* Minimum of two years as either a salaried GP or post‑graduation for a non‑GP partner
* A good understanding of the primary care contract
* Good understanding and knowledge of QOF and of enhanced services
* Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice
Experience (Desirable)
* Experience of medicines management
* Experience of IC1 initiatives
* An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners
Eligibility
* Full GMC registration
* Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation
* Appropriate medical defence indemnity
* Evidence of current validation/appraisal
* Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Personal Qualities (Essential)
* Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with robust problem solving and analytical skills
* Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
* High levels of integrity and loyalty
* Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures
* Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
* Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
* Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
* Ability to identify risk and assess/manage
* Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
* Good interpersonal and organisational skills
* Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient
* Commitment to ongoing professional development
* Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
* Polite and confident
* Motivated, forward thinker
* Effectively utilise resources
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.
Employer Details
Employer name: Trescobeas Surgery
Address: Trescobeas Road, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2UN
Employer's website: https://www.trescobeas-surgery.co.uk
Recruitment
* Date posted: 11 November 2025
* Salary: Depending on experience
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part‑time
* Reference number: A2224-25-0002
* Job location: Trescobeas Road, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2UN
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