About this role
Job summary
Are you a GP looking for a long-term opportunity in a supportive, friendly practice where continuity of care and a traditional patient-centred approach are at the heart of what we do?
Were looking for a GP to join our welcoming and forward-thinking team at Dunster & Porlock Surgeries.
What were looking for:
A GP who is passionate about continuity of care and family medicine
Someone who enjoys working as part of a friendly and supportive team
An interest in teaching and supporting GP trainees, FY2 doctors and medical students is welcomed
An aptitude for leadership and enthusiasm for developing services
Someone looking to become part of the practice for the long term
A good sense of humour and a positive approach!
Main duties of the job
Provide and deliver comprehensive, patient-centred medical care across both rural sites in West Somerset, emphasising traditional family medicine, chronic disease management, and strong continuity of care from cradle to grave.
About us
We are a rural dispensing practice with two sites in Dunster and Porlock, serving approximately 8,600 patients. We have an excellent, stable nursing and administrative team and are committed to providing high-quality, personalised care to our local communities.
Job description Job responsibilities
GP Location: Dunster & Porlock Surgeries, Exmoor
Sessions: 4-8 sessions per week
Position: Salaried GP
Competitive salary package
Are you a GP looking for a long-term opportunity in a supportive, friendly practice where continuity of care and a traditional patient-centred approach are at the heart of what we do?
Were looking for a GP to join our welcoming and forward-thinking team at Dunster & Porlock Surgeries.
We are a rural dispensing practice with two sites in Dunster and Porlock, serving approximately 8,600 patients. We have an excellent, stable nursing and administrative team and are committed to providing high-quality, personalised care to our local communities.
What were looking for:
A GP who is passionate about continuity of care and family medicine
Someone who enjoys working as part of a friendly and supportive team
An interest in teaching and supporting GP trainees, FY2 doctors and medical students is welcomed
An aptitude for leadership and enthusiasm for developing services
Someone looking to become part of the practice for the long term
A good sense of humour and a positive approach!
What we offer:
A happy, supportive working environment
Opportunities to develop and explore special interests
Opportunities for personal and professional development, with scope to grow within the practice
Training practice for GP trainees, FY2 doctors and medical students
Regular multi-professional meetings and excellent team working
Competitive salary package including MPS, GMC, RCGP and BMA fees
6 weeks' annual leave pro rata
Relocation package of up to £5,000 may be available
The opportunity to enjoy an excellent quality of life in the beautiful Exmoor area
Why Dunster & Porlock?
If you value quality of life, traditional patient-centred medicine and continuity of care, youll feel at home here.
Our two surgeries are set in beautiful rural locations, surrounded by Exmoor, woodland, beaches and historic villages. Dunster Surgery overlooks the Great Wood, while Porlock Medical Centre is situated in the heart of the village with views across the moors and towards the sea.
Were a friendly, forward-thinking team who support each other and encourage personal and professional development, while retaining the ethos of a family practice.
For the right person, this could be more than simply your next GP role it could be an opportunity to become an important part of the future of our practice.
Come and meet us!
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualified General Practitioner Fully qualified GP with GMC registration possess the right to work in the UK, included on NHS performers list.
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 Dunster And Porlock Surgeries
Address Dunster Surgery
West Street
Dunster
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 6SN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dunsterandporlocksurgeries.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)