Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a dedicated, enthusiastic locum GP to work 4-6 sessions per week to cover maternity leave from end of May until December. There will be a requirement to carry out home visits and provide on-call cover. You will join a dedicated team of GPs and supportive nursing and administration teams. We work from purpose built premises and provide a full range of Enhanced Services and Chronic Disease Management. We are a training practice. Around 8500 patients High QOF achievers Extensive enhanced services and chronic disease management (including minor surgery, anti-coagulation, implant and IUCD fitting) Paper-light using SystmOne Low home visit rate Advanced Nurse Practitioners who proactively manage patients in nursing / care homes Main duties of the job The post-holder will deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients. About us We are a friendly, welll-organised 3 Partner Practice serving around 8,500 patients. We are also part of 5 practices that make up the North Easington Primary Care Network which has an excellent track record for collaboration, care and support. Our Practice Team includes 3 GPs Partners, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists as well as a very experienced Nursing team and supportive administration team. We have regular clinical meetings, practice meetings and MDT meetings as well as Protected Time in / time out sessions. There are opportunities for the candidate to develop special interests and take a lead role in specific areas of chronic disease management. Date posted 13 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 7 months Working pattern Part-time, Job share Reference number A1093-25-0002 Job locations The Avenue Seaham Co Durham SR7 8LF Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients. Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Fully Qualified GP with GMC registration Medical Performers list Desirable N/A Experience Essential N/A Desirable N/A N/A Essential N/A Desirable N/A Person Specification Qualifications Essential Fully Qualified GP with GMC registration Medical Performers list Desirable N/A Experience Essential N/A Desirable N/A N/A Essential N/A Desirable N/A 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 Byron Medical Practice Address The Avenue Seaham Co Durham SR7 8LF Employer's website https://www.byronmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)