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Join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking team for up to eight sessions per week. Six-month fixed-term role with possibility of extension.
About The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GP to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking team for up to eight sessions per week.
The position is initially offered as a six-month fixed-term role to provide maternity cover for one of our GP Partners, with a strong possibility of extension for up to 12 months. For the right candidate, there may also be an opportunity for the position to become permanent.
The anticipated start date is between late September and early November, subject to the successful candidate's availability.
- Salary: £11,300 per session
- Expectation to cover a patient list in line with our list-based continuity model
- Employed under the BMA Model Salaried GP Contract
- Applications close 10/08/2026 (We do not accept applications from employment agencies, doctors are asked to apply directly for the position)
- This opportunity is being advertised to internal applicants as well as externally
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on 13/08/2026 – 11am (Whitefields Surgery)
- We reserve the right to close this advert early
Why Join Eleanor Cross Healthcare?
Eleanor Cross Healthcare is a thriving GP partnership spanning Delapre Medical Centre and Whitefields Surgery, delivering high-quality care to over 19,500 patients in the southwest of Northampton. We are part of the The ARC PCN and have a strong team-based approach, supported by a wide multidisciplinary workforce.
We are proud to be a GMC-accredited training practice with a well-established training ethos and a commitment to professional development.
What We Offer
- GP Training Practice: Currently training 6-8 GP Registrars and 1 FY2 doctor, and a new GP would be supported in pursuing the new trainers course.
- Supportive Environment: We foster a collaborative team culture with fair workload distribution.
- Reduced Administrative Burden: Pharmacy team handles most prescribing and medication queries. Letters are pre-screened, coded, and only those requiring GP action are forwarded.
- Nursing Support: Full minor illness team covering many areas of minor illness, as well as a dedicated Mental Health nurse specialist.
- Home Visits: The surgery has a dedicated home visiting GP Registrar, with low overall visiting rates.
- Research Opportunities: Designated as an NIHR RSI Research Practice. Opportunities for involvement in clinical research and developing interests in this area.
- Clinical Systems: We use Anima Electronic Triage system and TPP SystmOne and Accurx.
- CQC Status: Rated Good in 2025.
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Why Join Us?
We are a family-friendly practice committed to providing a supportive and rewarding environment. New GPs are encouraged to develop special interests, and newly qualified GPs are welcome to join, and will be supported by a named mentor.
We invite you to discuss the role with us informally.
How to Apply
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Dr. Jamie Green
- Tel: 07834 810013
- Email: jamiegreen@nhs.net
Alternatively, Feel Free To Contact Any Of Our Partners
- Dr. Carolyn Perryer
- Dr. Anitha Chadalavada
- Dr. Jamie Green
- Dr. Oluwatoyosi Adeniji
- Dr. Anna Vanina
- Mr. Nilesh Kumar
- Dr. Thara Thomas
- Dr. Mudassar Rashid
To formally apply, send your CV and a covering letter to:
Email: jamiegreen@nhs.net
Eleanor Cross Healthcare is committed to equal opportunities. All applications will be assessed against objective criteria, and appointments will be made on merit. We anticipate a high level of interest in this position; therefore, not all applicants will be invited to interview. A structured shortlisting process will be undertaken, with all applications assessed fairly and consistently against predefined, objective criteria. We look forward to hearing from you!
- Pay: £67,800.00 - £90,400.00 per year
- Benefits: On-site parking
- Work Location: In person
Job Details
- Job type: Fixed term contract
- Location: 57 New Croft, Northampton NN7 4RX
- Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Summary
Greens Norton & Weedon Medical Practice (GNWMP) is looking to recruit a Salaried GP to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with a view to a permanent position.
We Are Seeking Either
- A 6-session GP working Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Due to service requirements, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in a rota covering Enhanced Access cover until 8:00pm on Mondays and Tuesdays, or
- An 8-session GP, working Monday, Tuesday, Friday and one additional day to be agreed. GPEA cover as above.
The role will involve working across both our Greens Norton and Weedon sites.
Based in rural South Northamptonshire, we are a training and dispensing practice caring for over 14,800 patients. The successful candidate will be joining a friendly, supportive and well-established multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality patient care.
Main Duties
Working as an autonomous practitioner, you will be responsible for providing high-quality medical services to our practice population whilst complying with the GMS contract and ICB requirements.
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The post-holder will manage a varied caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs within a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered patients.
You will hold a patient list, support continuity of care and take a share in the duty doctor rota for urgent clinical issues.
The role will include a mix of routine and urgent care appointments, together with participation in our GP Enhanced Access service and cross-site working.
About GNWMP
We care for approximately 14,800 patients across two sites and are supported by an experienced and dedicated multidisciplinary team, including:
- GP Partners and Salaried GPs
- Advanced Nurse Practitioners
- Practice Nurses
- Healthcare Assistants
- Clinical Pharmacists
- Social Prescribers
- First Contact Physiotherapists
- Podiatry Services
- Experienced Reception and Administration Teams
Why Join Us?
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Training and dispensing rural practice with 7 GP Partners
- Consistently high QOF achievement
- Rated Good by the CQC
- SystmOne clinical system
- BMA-based contract
- Opportunity to develop continuity of care within a stable patient population
- Combination of routine and urgent care work
- Well-equipped facilities in a beautiful rural setting with countryside views
- Easily accessible from the A5
- Strong multidisciplinary team and excellent administrative support
We are proud of the care we provide and of the culture we have created within the Practice. We value teamwork, continuity of care and supporting one another to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Essential Qualifications
- MB ChB or MB BS
- CCT or JCPTGP
- Full GMC Registration
- Inclusion on the NHS England National Performers List
Informal Visits
We would be delighted to show you around and introduce you to the team.
For an informal discussion or visit, please contact Sharon Bailey, our Practice Manager on northantsicb.gnwmp.management@nhs.net.
- Job Type: Fixed term contract
- Benefits: Company pension, Health & wellbeing programme, On-site parking
- Work Location: In person - 57 New Croft, Northampton NN7 4RX
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