Fixed Term Salaried GP Opportunity - Shelley Manor & Holdenhurst Medical Centre
4-6 Sessions per Week | Dorset Coast | Supportive, Forward-Thinking Training Practice
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic GP to join our dynamic, progressive, and well-established primary care team. We are a high-performing, supportive practice committed to delivering outstanding patient care while fostering a positive and sustainable working environment for clinicians.
Whether you are newly qualified, returning to practice, or an experienced GP seeking a fresh opportunity, we welcome applications from all stages of a GP career. You will be joining a cohesive and compassionate clinical team that genuinely values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional development.
About the Practice
We are a modern, innovative GP training and teaching practice caring for over 26,000 patients across two well-equipped sites in a highly desirable coastal location.
What makes us different?
- Progressive, forward-thinking NHS GP practice with a strong emphasis on clinician wellbeing and career satisfaction
- Established GP training and teaching practice with a supportive learning culture
- ‘Good’ CQC-rated and consistently high QOF-achieving
- Tier 2 visa sponsorship available
- Fantastic coastal location with easy access to beaches, green spaces, and local amenities
- Part of a thriving Primary Care Network with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team including:
- Clinical Pharmacists
- Advanced Nurse Practitioners
- Musculoskeletal Practitioners
- Care Coordinators and Enhanced Care Team
- Mental Health Team
- Dedicated home visiting service through the PCN Enhanced Care Team, resulting in minimal home visiting requirements for GPs
- Efficient workflow systems and strong administrative support to minimise unnecessary workload and maximise clinical time
The Role
We are offering a flexible salaried GP position for 4-6 sessions per week, with some flexibility around working days. A fixed term contract to end at the end of March 2027.
You can expect:
- Maximum of 13 patients per session
- 15-minute routine appointments as standard
- Balanced mix of telephone and face-to-face consultations
- Daily coffee break and regular clinical meetings promoting team connection and peer support
- Opportunity for lunchtime wellbeing activities — including tennis, yoga, walks or runs along the nearby beach
- Support for portfolio careers, specialist interests, and leadership development
- Opportunities to join the GP Fellowship Programme
- Clinical and non-clinical leadership roles available
What We Offer
- £11,628.24 per session per annum
- Full indemnity paid
- BMA model contract
- 6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- 1 week study leave (pro rata)
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Supportive, friendly working culture with genuine emphasis on work-life balance and professional fulfilment
How to apply
Interested?
We would be delighted to arrange an informal conversation or practice visit.
Please contact our Practice Business Manager:
Rachel Hall
✉ rachel.hall@dorsetgp.nhs.uk
Closing date: July 17th 2026
Please note applications may close earlier depending on the volume received.
