General Practitioner (ARRS) Pontefract and Knottingley PCN

Conexus Healthcare CIC

The closing date is 02 May 2025

Job summary

This role is for a newly qualified, enthusiastic GP to join Pontefract & Knottingley PCN. The total population is over 49,000 patients across 4 GP practices, all rated "Good" by CQC. This is a rare opportunity to gain experience across four different practices as well as supporting our Care Home Team.

We work extremely closely with general practice but also in partnership with other local healthcare providers with a purpose to ensure viable GP services remain at the heart of local communities, providing sustainable and high-quality patient-focused healthcare.

We pride ourselves on having a team of excellent educators, with three registered training practices. We can offer a comprehensive training and education package to develop skills in your chosen field. By joining the PCN, you can learn how to support patients with integrated care across other health and social care providers, as well as collaborate with practice and PCN multidisciplinary colleagues.

Main duties of the job

This would be a fantastic opportunity for you to learn from experienced GPs and take part in case reviews and MDT meetings further expanding your knowledge of Primary Care while also being part of a forward thinking PCN. Our workplace truly values growth, collaboration and impact and we take pride in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment with the aim of delivering better outcomes for our patients.

Leadership and supervision will be provided by the PCN Education Lead, as well as a named mentor (you will have opportunities to meet regularly for debriefs). Tutorials and personal development time will be factored into your working week.

About us

Our PCN staff currently includes a well-established Pharmacist Team, an Occupational Therapist, Health Coaches, Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators, GPAs, a Mental Health Practitioner, and ANPs attached to our Care Home Team.

The work base for this role will be within the PCN practices. There may be a requirement to work flexibly to cover the responsibilities of the role from any suitable venue, including working from home.

Date posted

10 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Pay will be in line with the ARRS direct enhanced services.

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0430-25-0010

Job locations

Ash Grove Medical Centre

England Lane

Knottingley

West Yorkshire

WF110JA


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full description and further information about this role please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full description and further information about this role please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems
  • Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours

Desirable

  • Development of areas of clinical expertise
  • Experience of audit and improving care for patients

Eligibility Requirements

Essential

  • Must not have been substantively employed as a GP in general practice previously; or
  • Is not employed in a temporary capacity as a locum; and/or
  • Upon commencement of employment is less than 2 years beyond their certificate of completion of training being issued by the GMC.

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical degree
  • Full registration with GMC
  • Certification of Completion of Training (JCPTGP PMETB)
  • Inclusion on Performers List
  • MRCGP
  • Evidence of a commitment to on-going personal & professional development

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda
  • Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the area
  • Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems
  • Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours

Desirable

  • Development of areas of clinical expertise
  • Experience of audit and improving care for patients
  • Understanding current NHS policies
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems
  • Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours

Desirable

  • Development of areas of clinical expertise
  • Experience of audit and improving care for patients

Eligibility Requirements

Essential

  • Must not have been substantively employed as a GP in general practice previously; or
  • Is not employed in a temporary capacity as a locum; and/or
  • Upon commencement of employment is less than 2 years beyond their certificate of completion of training being issued by the GMC.

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical degree
  • Full registration with GMC
  • Certification of Completion of Training (JCPTGP PMETB)
  • Inclusion on Performers List
  • MRCGP
  • Evidence of a commitment to on-going personal & professional development

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda
  • Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the area
  • Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems
  • Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours

Desirable

  • Development of areas of clinical expertise
  • Experience of audit and improving care for patients
  • Understanding current NHS policies

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

Conexus Healthcare CIC

Address

Ash Grove Medical Centre

England Lane

Knottingley

West Yorkshire

WF110JA


Employer's website

https://conexus-healthcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Conexus Healthcare CIC

Address

Ash Grove Medical Centre

England Lane

Knottingley

West Yorkshire

WF110JA


Employer's website

https://conexus-healthcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

PCN Business Manager

Elizabeth Blythe

elizabeth.blythe1@nhs.net

07894461206

Date posted

10 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Pay will be in line with the ARRS direct enhanced services.

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0430-25-0010

Job locations

Ash Grove Medical Centre

England Lane

Knottingley

West Yorkshire

WF110JA


Supporting documents

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