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Saddleworth Medical Practice Salaried GP
The closing date is 23 November 2026
Job summary
Saddleworth Medical Practice is looking for a salaried GP to join our supportive, well-established multidisciplinary team, caring for approximately 14,000 patients in a semi-rural setting.
We are a training practice with a strong commitment to learning, teamwork and high-quality patient care.
We offer:
- Four sessions per week, working Friday plus either Wednesday or Thursday.
- A 12-month fixed-term salaried position.
- Salary dependent on experience.
- Protected learning time.
- An identified in-practice mentor.
- Professional medical defence organisation membership fees paid by the practice.
- Six weeks annual leave plus bank holiday entitlement, pro rata.
- Paid study leave in accordance with the employment contract.
We welcome enquiries and informal visits from GPs interested in finding out more about the practice and the role.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities will include:
- Assessing and managing patients through face-to-face, telephone and video consultations.
- Managing acute presentations and supporting patients with ongoing and complex health needs.
- Undertaking home visits and contributing to duty responsibilities in accordance with the agreed job plan.
- Reviewing and acting on investigation results, clinical correspondence and medication requests.
- Prescribing safely in accordance with current guidance.
- Making appropriate referrals and working with other services to coordinate patient care.
- Maintaining accurate, timely clinical records.
- Contributing to safeguarding, clinical governance, quality improvement and practice learning.
The post-holder will work autonomously within their competence, seeking advice and involving colleagues when appropriate.
About us
Saddleworth Medical Practice serves approximately 14,000 patients across our Uppermill and Delph sites, in a semi-rural area of Oldham.
Our multidisciplinary team includes GP partners, salaried GPs, nursing and pharmacy colleagues, healthcare assistants and an experienced administrative team.
We are a training practice and part of the Greater Manchester Unified Learning Environment. We value shared learning and support the development of colleagues at different stages of their careers.
The practice is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, has a strong record of QOF achievement and is an active member of Oldham East Primary Care Network.
We use EMIS Web, Docman and Accurx. Our access model uses clinical triage to help patients receive appropriate care from the right member of the team.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A5333-26-0007
Job locations
Saddleworth Medical Practice
Smithy Lane
Uppermill
Oldham
OL3 6AH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Saddleworth Medical Practice serves approximately 14,000 patients across our Uppermill and Delph sites, in a semi-rural area of Oldham.
Our multidisciplinary team includes GP partners, salaried GPs, nursing and pharmacy colleagues, healthcare assistants and an experienced administrative team.
We are a training practice and part of the Greater Manchester Unified Learning Environment. We value shared learning and support the development of colleagues at different stages of their careers.
The practice is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, has a strong record of QOF achievement and is an active member of Oldham East Primary Care Network.
We use EMIS Web, Docman and Accurx. Our access model uses clinical triage to help patients receive appropriate care from the right member of the team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Saddleworth Medical Practice serves approximately 14,000 patients across our Uppermill and Delph sites, in a semi-rural area of Oldham.
Our multidisciplinary team includes GP partners, salaried GPs, nursing and pharmacy colleagues, healthcare assistants and an experienced administrative team.
We are a training practice and part of the Greater Manchester Unified Learning Environment. We value shared learning and support the development of colleagues at different stages of their careers.
The practice is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, has a strong record of QOF achievement and is an active member of Oldham East Primary Care Network.
We use EMIS Web, Docman and Accurx. Our access model uses clinical triage to help patients receive appropriate care from the right member of the team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
- Inclusion on the GMC GP Register.
- Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List by the agreed start date.
Desirable
- MRCGP or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
- Additional qualifications relevant to primary care, teaching or a clinical interest.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering general medical care in UK primary care, including experience gained during GP training.
- Ability to assess and manage a broad range of acute and ongoing health problems.
- Safe prescribing practice and an understanding of medicines optimisation.
- Ability to manage clinical uncertainty, recognise professional limits and seek support appropriately.
- A patient-centred approach, with effective communication and shared decision-making skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to prioritise a varied workload and maintain accurate, timely clinical records.
- Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, clinical governance and patient safety.
- Commitment to continuing professional development, reflection and quality improvement.
- Confidence using electronic clinical systems and willingness to learn the practices systems.
- A constructive and flexible approach to teamwork within agreed working arrangements.
- Eligibility for this ARRS-funded role, including meeting the applicable restriction on substantive GP employment in a core practice of Oldham East PCN during the preceding 12 months.
Desirable
- Experience using EMIS Web, Docman and Accurx.
- Experience of clinical audit or quality improvement.
- An interest in teaching or supporting learners.
- An interest in developing a clinical area relevant to the practice population.
- Understanding of QOF, enhanced services and primary care network working
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
- Inclusion on the GMC GP Register.
- Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List by the agreed start date.
Desirable
- MRCGP or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
- Additional qualifications relevant to primary care, teaching or a clinical interest.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering general medical care in UK primary care, including experience gained during GP training.
- Ability to assess and manage a broad range of acute and ongoing health problems.
- Safe prescribing practice and an understanding of medicines optimisation.
- Ability to manage clinical uncertainty, recognise professional limits and seek support appropriately.
- A patient-centred approach, with effective communication and shared decision-making skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to prioritise a varied workload and maintain accurate, timely clinical records.
- Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, clinical governance and patient safety.
- Commitment to continuing professional development, reflection and quality improvement.
- Confidence using electronic clinical systems and willingness to learn the practices systems.
- A constructive and flexible approach to teamwork within agreed working arrangements.
- Eligibility for this ARRS-funded role, including meeting the applicable restriction on substantive GP employment in a core practice of Oldham East PCN during the preceding 12 months.
Desirable
- Experience using EMIS Web, Docman and Accurx.
- Experience of clinical audit or quality improvement.
- An interest in teaching or supporting learners.
- An interest in developing a clinical area relevant to the practice population.
- Understanding of QOF, enhanced services and primary care network working
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
Saddleworth Medical Practice
Address
Saddleworth Medical Practice
Smithy Lane
Uppermill
Oldham
OL3 6AH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.saddleworthmedicalpractice.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Saddleworth Medical Practice
Address
Saddleworth Medical Practice
Smithy Lane
Uppermill
Oldham
OL3 6AH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.saddleworthmedicalpractice.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Practice Manager
Victoria Howard
01457872228
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A5333-26-0007
Job locations
Saddleworth Medical Practice
Smithy Lane
Uppermill
Oldham
OL3 6AH
United Kingdom
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