GP with Interest in Palliative Care(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
The Opportunity — Community GP Care with Specialist Impact
Minehead Medical Centre is seeking a compassionate GP who brings both strong general practice skills and a focused interest in palliative and end-of-life care. This is a role for a clinician who values continuity, multidisciplinary teamwork, and meaningful patient relationships — particularly supporting people with advanced progressive illness.
You’ll provide holistic care in the surgery and within patients’ homes, helping individuals and families navigate complex clinical and emotional decisions with dignity and clarity. Beyond direct care, you’ll act as a local clinical champion for palliative practice, strengthening collaboration across primary care, community teams, hospices, and social services.
This is an opportunity to shape a valued local service while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of coastal Somerset.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver comprehensive GP care alongside specialist palliative input
- Lead anticipatory and advance care planning conversations
- Support symptom control, medication optimisation, and crisis prevention
- Coordinate care with district nurses, hospices, and community partners
- Reduce avoidable hospital admissions through proactive planning
- Provide clinical leadership and mentorship to colleagues
- Contribute to service improvement and quality initiatives
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold best-practice governance
Who We’re Looking For
Essential
- GP registered with the General Medical Council
- Listed on the NHS GP Performers List with post-CCT experience
- Evidence of postgraduate palliative care training or equivalent experience
- Strong multidisciplinary working skills
- Commitment to patient-centred, community-focused care
- Organised, proactive approach to clinical responsibilities
Desirable
- Diploma or structured training in palliative medicine
- Experience leading quality or service improvement initiatives
Why Join This Service
- 15-minute appointment structure supporting thoughtful care
- Portfolio working opportunities across services
- Protected CPD time (10% of weekly hours)
- 5 study days annually (pro-rata)
- NHS pension with employer contribution
- Professional indemnity cover
- Enhanced parental leave provisions
- Anniversary leave recognition
- Cycle-to-work and eye-care schemes
- Relocation assistance (eligibility applies)
- Skilled worker visa sponsorship (UK-based applicants meeting criteria)
Living & Working in Minehead
Minehead is a welcoming coastal town surrounded by countryside and outdoor opportunities, with easy access to regional centres. Nearby Exmoor National Park offers exceptional walking, cycling, and natural scenery — ideal for work–life balance.
The practice reflects the town’s strong sense of community, with a close-knit clinical team committed to accessible, compassionate healthcare.
About the Organisation
OneMedical Group is a values-driven independent healthcare organisation delivering NHS services at scale. Its model integrates clinical care, service design, and healthcare environments — enabling responsive, community-based care delivery. The organisation emphasises collaboration, innovation, and reducing inequalities while supporting clinicians to grow professionally.
Compliance & Safeguarding
This role is subject to appropriate employment checks, professional registration verification, and safeguarding requirements consistent with NHS primary care standards.
Helpful UK Government Resources
The following official guidance may support applicants:
- Â Health & Care Worker visa overview
- Â Skilled Worker visa route
-  Working in UK healthcare — international applicants
- Â Overseas criminal record checks
- Â NHS recruitment code for international healthcare staff
