Job Summary
Taurus Healthcare are advertising on behalf of Ryeland Surgery. Ryeland Surgery seeks one or more GPs to join our friendly, dynamic and supportive team. We are a market town/rural practice of 19,400 patients in beautiful north Herefordshire, with a small dispensing branch surgery. Informal enquiries and visits welcome – please contact our Business Manager to arrange. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Role: Surgery based. Up to 8 sessions per week. Interviews week commencing 9th March 2026.
What We Can Offer You
* 15 minute appointments, 11 patients per surgery (3 phone calls).
* Individual patient lists for continuity of care.
* Diverse clinical team: 16 GPs, ANPs, PNs, HCAs, paramedics.
* Strong training ethos: GP registrars, FY2s, medical students from Keele and Three Counties Medical School, student nurses.
* Coffee break for all clinicians and students.
* Fortnightly clinical meetings, monthly MDT meetings, practice half days.
* 6 weeks annual leave, 1 week study leave.
* Active involvement in primary care research with our own research nurse.
* Excellent support staff. Effective care navigation to relevant clinicians.
* Biannual social events for the whole team.
Essential Attributes
* You enjoy general practice.
* You are a team player.
* You enjoy supporting/supervising other clinicians and juniors/students.
About Us
Our Mission Statement – “Our aim is to deliver first class patient care from a motivated and supportive team and to be an inspirational training and research hub”.
Role is advertised by Taurus Healthcare Ltd but the employing organisation is Ryeland Surgery.
Job Responsibilities
* The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population.
* The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract.
* Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance.
* Effective management of long‑term conditions.
* Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks.
* On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles.
* Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance.
* Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload.
* Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process.
* Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice.
* Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF.
* Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required.
* Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR.
* Ensure compliance with the appraisal process.
* Prepare and complete the revalidation process.
* Commit to self‑learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team.
* Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines.
* Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure.
* 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 at all times.
Secondary Responsibilities
* Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead.
* Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care.
* Participate in the review of significant and near‑miss events applying a structured approach (root cause analysis).
Person Specification
Eligibility
* Full GMC Registration.
* National Performers List registration.
* Appropriate defence indemnity – MPS/MDU.
* Eligibility to practice in the UK independently.
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
* Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP.
Qualifications
* Qualified GP.
* MRCGP.
* Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP.
* General Practitioner – Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
Personal Qualities
* Polite and confident.
* Flexible and cooperative.
* Motivated, forward thinker.
* Problem solver with ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
* High levels of integrity and loyalty.
* Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
* Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations.
* Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient.
* Commitment to ongoing professional development.
* Effectively utilises resources.
* Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort.
Experience
* Experience of working in a primary care environment.
* Experience of continued professional development.
* Experience of QOF and clinical audit.
* Minimum of two years as a salaried GP.
* General understanding of the GMS contract.
Desirable
* Experience of medicines management.
* Experience of PCN / ICB initiatives.
Skills
* Excellent communication skills – written and oral.
* Strong IT skills.
* Clear, polite telephone manner.
* Competent in the use of Office and Outlook.
* EMIS user skills.
* Effective time management – planning & organising.
* Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Problem solving & analytical skills.
* Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
* Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes.
* Experience with clinical risk management.
Other Requirements
* Flexibility to work outside of core office hours.
* Disclosure Barring Service check.
* Occupational Health Clearance.
* Project lead as required with CQC, PCNh and QOF.
Benefits
* Salary according to experience.
* Permanent contract.
* Part‑time working pattern.
* 6 weeks annual leave, 1 week study leave.
Application Details
Date posted: 09 February 2026.
Reference number: S0001-26-0009.
Job location: Ryeland Surgery, Westfield Walk, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR68HD.
Employment Requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check and UK Registration required. Post subject to Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Employer Details
Taurus Healthcare Ltd (Employer). Address: Ryeland Surgery, Westfield Walk, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR68HD. Website: https://www.herefordshiregeneralpractice.co.uk.
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