General Practitioner
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, W13 9BE |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: General PractitionerJob Purpose The postholder will work as an integral member of the Grosvenor House Surgery team, providing high-quality, safe and effective primary medical care to our patient population. The General Practitioner will undertake the full range of duties normally associated with general practice, working collaboratively with clinical, nursing, administrative and wider multidisciplinary colleagues. The postholder will contribute to the continued development of the practice and will be encouraged to bring ideas, experience and areas of interest to the role. There will be opportunities to become involved in practice, Primary Care Network (PCN) and neighbourhood initiatives and, where appropriate, to develop clinical or organisational leadership responsibilities. Clinical Responsibilities The postholder will: Provide consultations to patients through appropriate methods including face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations. Assess, investigate, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute and chronic health conditions. Develop appropriate treatment and management plans in partnership with patients. Prescribe safely, effectively and in accordance with current national and local guidance. Review medication and contribute to safe medicines management. Request and interpret appropriate investigations and act upon results in a timely manner. Make appropriate referrals to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals. Provide appropriate preventative healthcare, health promotion and lifestyle advice. Support the management of patients with long-term conditions. Provide appropriate care for patients with complex health and social care needs. Recognise and appropriately manage urgent and emergency presentations. Provide continuity of care wherever reasonably possible. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and comprehensive clinical records. Complete relevant clinical documentation, reports and correspondence within appropriate timescales. Work within the limits of professional competence and seek appropriate advice when required. Team Working The postholder will: Work collaboratively with GP colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary practice team. Develop positive and professional working relationships with nursing, administrative and management colleagues. Work effectively with PCN staff, community services, secondary care and other health and care organisations. Participate in relevant clinical and practice meetings. Communicate effectively with colleagues to support safe and coordinated patient care. Contribute to a supportive working environment and promote a positive team culture. Share knowledge and experience with colleagues and support learning within the practice. Quality, Safety and Clinical Governance The postholder will: Deliver care in accordance with current evidence, professional standards and relevant national and local guidance. Participate in clinical governance and quality improvement activities. Contribute to clinical audit, significant event reviews and learning from incidents where appropriate. Participate in the development and review of clinical policies, protocols and pathways. Identify and appropriately escalate clinical or organisational risks. Support the practice in maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality. Contribute to the appropriate management of complaints and significant events where relevant. Work in accordance with infection prevention and control requirements. Contribute to the safe and effective use of medicines and antimicrobial stewardship. Safeguarding The postholder will: Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns relating to children and adults at risk. Work in accordance with practice, local and national safeguarding procedures. Attend safeguarding training appropriate to the role and maintain the required level of competence. Participate in safeguarding discussions and meetings where appropriate. Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to protect patients from harm. Practice Development and Leadership Grosvenor House Surgery is undergoing a period of positive development and transformation. The postholder will be encouraged to contribute to this work according to their interests, skills and experience. Opportunities may include: Contributing to service development and new ways of working. Participating in quality improvement projects. Developing or leading an area of special clinical interest. Becoming involved in PCN and neighbourhood initiatives. Contributing to clinical leadership within the practice. Supporting the development of pathways that improve patient care and access. Contributing ideas to improve efficiency, quality and sustainability. Supporting the development of the wider clinical and multidisciplinary team. The extent of these responsibilities will be agreed with the postholder and will reflect their experience, interests and professional development goals. PCN and Neighbourhood Working The postholder will support collaborative working across primary care and the wider health and care system. This may include: Working collaboratively with colleagues within the Primary Care Network. Engaging with neighbourhood working and multidisciplinary initiatives. Supporting appropriate integration between general practice, community, secondary care and other services. Contributing to relevant PCN projects or services according to practice requirements and individual interests. Communication The postholder will: Communicate clearly, sensitively and effectively with patients, relatives and carers. Recognise and respond appropriately to individual communication needs. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Communicate effectively with colleagues and external organisations. Promote shared decision-making and involve patients appropriately in decisions about their care. Manage difficult or sensitive conversations professionally and compassionately. Confidentiality and Information Governance The postholder will have access to confidential information relating to patients, staff and the practice. All information must be treated in the strictest confidence and handled in accordance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, NHS information governance requirements, professional standards and practice policies. The postholder must ensure that clinical information is recorded accurately and that patient information is only accessed, used or disclosed for legitimate purposes. Professional Responsibilities The postholder will: Maintain full registration with the General Medical Council. Maintain inclusion on the appropriate Medical Performers List. Comply with GMC professional standards and guidance. Maintain appropriate professional indemnity arrangements. Participate in annual appraisal and meet revalidation requirements. Maintain an appropriate programme of continuing professional development. Keep mandatory training and professional competencies up to date. Work within professional boundaries and recognise the limits of their competence. Take responsibility for maintaining their own professional development. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion The postholder will promote equality, diversity, dignity and respect in all aspects of their work. They will treat patients, colleagues and others fairly and respectfully and will not discriminate on the grounds of any protected characteristic. The postholder will support the practice in providing accessible and equitable services that recognise the individual needs of our patient population. Health and Safety The postholder will: Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others. Follow practice health and safety policies and procedures. Report incidents, hazards and risks appropriately. Comply with infection prevention and control procedures. Participate in relevant health and safety training. General Responsibilities The postholder will be expected to: Work in accordance with Grosvenor House Surgery policies and procedures. Contribute positively to the aims, values and development of the practice. Maintain professional standards of conduct at all times. Undertake mandatory training relevant to the role. Participate in practice meetings and training where appropriate. Work flexibly and collaboratively to support the effective delivery of patient services. Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role of a General Practitioner. This job description is intended to provide an overview of the main responsibilities of the post. It is not an exhaustive list and may be reviewed and amended from time to time following discussion with the postholder to reflect the changing needs of the practice, developments within primary care and the NHS, and the postholder's professional interests and development.