Job Description
Transform Lives as a Local GP
Are you a compassionate General Practitioner with a passion for palliative and end-of-life care? Minehead Medical Centre is looking for a GP to join our dedicated primary care team and provide specialist input for patients with advanced illness, supporting them in their homes, care homes, and the wider community.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a values-driven, supportive environment, making a tangible difference to patients and families at some of the most important moments in their lives. You will join a team committed to high-quality care, professional development, and collaboration across the community, hospices, and secondary care services.
What You’ll Do
As a GP with an interest in palliative care, you will:
- Provide generalist and specialist palliative care to patients in both community and practice settings.
- Lead anticipatory care planning, including advance care planning and DNACPR discussions.
- Support symptom management, medication optimization, and work to reduce avoidable hospital admissions.
- Act as a clinical lead for palliative care, supporting colleagues, contributing to service development, and enhancing care quality.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including community nursing, specialist palliative care, social services, and secondary care providers.
- Engage patients and families with empathy and professionalism, ensuring a patient-centred approach in all care decisions.
- You will also have the opportunity to participate in portfolio work, delivering clinical services across multiple pathways and supporting continuous improvement within the practice.
Why Join Us
- Flexible 15-minute appointment slots for thorough, patient-centred consultations.
- Competitive salary up to £110,000 pro-rata, with generous NHS pension contributions.
- Study leave and CPD time to support ongoing professional development.
- Relocation support and skilled-worker visa sponsorship for eligible UK-based candidates.
- Work in a vibrant coastal town with access to Exmoor National Park, walking and cycling routes, and a strong community spirit.
About Minehead Medical Centre
Minehead Medical Centre is a central hub in this close-knit town in Somerset, serving patients with care, professionalism, and compassion. Our team values collaboration, innovation, and a patient-first approach, reflecting the welcoming spirit of the local community. We use EMIS for all patient records and workflow management.
What You’ll Need
Essential:
- Current GMC registration and inclusion on the NHS Performers List.
- Post-CCT experience in Primary or Urgent Care.
- Evidence of postgraduate training or experience in palliative care (e.g., Diploma in Palliative Medicine, RCGP End-of-Life Care modules).
- Proven experience in multidisciplinary collaboration and community-based care.
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care and proactive management of clinical responsibilities.
Desirable:
- Leadership experience in primary care.
- Experience in portfolio-based roles or multi-modality clinical work.
About OneMedical Group
For over 20 years, OneMedical Group has been transforming healthcare delivery across the UK, providing NHS services at scale while designing and managing integrated care spaces. Family-run and values-led, our mission is simple: to create a healthier future for all, guided by People First, Working Together, and A Healthier Future.
We foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where every team member contributes to meaningful change in patient care and community wellbeing.
GOV Guidance & Key Information
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Skilled-worker visa sponsorship is available for eligible UK residents. For full guidance:
Location: Minehead Medical Centre, 2 Irnham Road, Minehead, TA24 5DL
System used: EMIS
If you are passionate about providing high-quality palliative care and want to thrive in a supportive, community-focused environment, we warmly encourage you to apply.
