About this role
Job summary
Heaton Mersey Medical Practice is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Salaried GP to join our well-established and supportive team for 5 sessions per week. We are a friendly, forward-thinking practice with a strong sense of community and an excellent local reputation.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a stable, experienced clinical and administrative team who pride themselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
A supportive and collaborative environment
Competitive salary based on experience
4 or 5 sessions per week Friday cover needed Start date: November 2026
6 weeks annual leave (pro rata) + 1 week study leave
Opportunities for clinical development and portfolio working
Main duties of the job
5 clinical sessions per week
Weekly on call responsibility
Who We're Looking For
We welcome applications from GPs who are:
GMC registered with a licence to practise
Included on the NHS Performers List
Committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care
Team-oriented with strong communication skills
About us
Consistently high QOF achievement
Recently rated "Good" by the CQC 2026
EMIS Web clinical system
List size of approximately 8500
Strong links with local PCN and integrated care teams
Regular clinical meetings and mentoring support
Actively involved in teaching and training
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care to the patients of Heaton Mersey Medical Practice, working within the NHS framework and adhering to GMC guidelines. As a valued member of the clinical team, you will contribute to ongoing practice development, maintain excellent clinical standards, and work collaboratively with colleagues to meet the needs of our patient population.
Key Responsibilities
Provide medical services to patients in line with GMS/PMS contract requirements
Conduct face-to-face, telephone, video and online consultations
Manage acute, chronic and minor illness presentations
Carry out home visits when clinically appropriate
Maintain accurate and timely patient records using EMIS Web
Issue prescriptions and manage medication reviews in line with best practice
Interpret and act on diagnostic test results appropriately
Participate in the management of long-term conditions and QOF delivery
Support the practice with enhanced services and local incentive schemes
Teamwork and Practice ContributionWork collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and administrative staff
Attend and contribute to regular clinical and team meetings
Assist in training and supervision of medical students and junior staff (if applicable)
Participate in audit, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives
Engage with the local Primary Care Network (PCN) where relevant
Administrative DutiesComplete tasks and referrals in a timely and safe manner
Provide appropriate documentation for patient reports, insurance, and other third-party requests
Follow up on communications from secondary care and community services
Professional DevelopmentMaintain full GMC registration and comply with revalidation requirements
Participate in annual appraisals and maintain a personal development plan
Attend appropriate CPD events and in-house training
Engage in peer review and reflective practice
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
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 Heaton Mersey Medical Practice
Address 460 Didsbury Road
Heaton Mersey
Stockport
Cheshire
SK4 3BT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.heatonmerseymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)