Job Description

Non NHS Banding


Main area


Lead GP


Grade


Non NHS Banding


Contract


Permanent: 0.8 FTE of management and 0.2 FTE of clinical duties


Hours


Full time - 37.5 hours per week (This role is 1 FTE plus on-call. 0.8 FTE of management & 0.2 FTE of clinical duties)


Job ref


4265-7446983-LGP-SW-09
Site


Hybrid with travel across all HUC sites


Town


Taunton


Salary


116,480 for full-time equivalent


Salary period


Yearly


Closing


21/09/2025 23:59
Job overview
At HUC, our

Lead GP

s are both compassionate clinicians and inspiring leaders, playing a crucial role in supporting colleagues and shaping the future of urgent and primary care. As a

Lead GP for South West of England

, you will lead local

OOH

services and

Clinical Assessment Service

. You will not only

deliver

safe, effective, and patient-centred care but also

guide, mentor, and empower

fellow GPs to achieve clinical excellence. Acting as a trusted point of contact, you will create a

culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

, ensuring teams are supported, patients receive outstanding care, and services evolve to meet community needs.



This is an excellent opportunity for GPs who aspire to

grow their leadership skills

while maintaining a

strong clinical practice

. With support from our Clinical Directors, Chief Medical Officer, and wider leadership team, you will gain valuable experience in

quality governance, service improvement, and strategic influence

. Whether you are seeking to enhance your leadership portfolio or contribute to

system-wide improvements

in urgent care, this role offers the chance to

make a tangible difference

for both patients and colleagues, while building your future as a clinical leader.


Main duties of the job
Deliver remote clinical consultations and provide expert advice to colleagues. Offer clinical leadership and line management for GPs, including mentoring, induction, and development. Monitor and support delivery of key performance standards, identifying and addressing clinical risks. Lead clinical escalations, audits, and governance processes, ensuring patient safety and compliance. Contribute to investigations of incidents and complaints, safeguarding, and quality improvement projects. Collaborate with operational teams and cross-site clinical leads to maintain service consistency and drive improvements. Represent your service in governance and operational meetings, providing assurance on clinical performance and standards.
This role combines clinical and managerial responsibilities, offering a unique opportunity to lead transformative change while staying connected to hands-on patient care. Clinical duties will be performed in the Clinical Assessment Centre or OOH sites.


Working for our organisation
In return for your dedication and commitment to our values, we offer:

Exclusive Discount

s: Unlock amazing savings on shopping, travel, and entertainment through our Discount Hub, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more. From everyday essentials to special experiences, we've got your wallet covered!

NHS Pension Scheme

: Secure your future with the NHS Pension, offering peace of mind and valuable long-term financial benefits for all our staff.

Wellbeing Support

: Your health matters! Enjoy access to counselling services, personalised health plans, calming meditation guides, energising fitness routines, and delicious recipes to keep you thriving every day.

Recognition and Rewards

: Your hard work won't go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with peer shout-outs, special awards, and exclusive event vouchers that show how much we appreciate you.

Financial Perks

: Take the stress out of money matters with free financial advice, a healthcare cash plan to cover everyday expenses, and smart savings options through our Credit Union.

Career Growth

: Build the future you deserve with our My Academy training programs, exciting internal vacancies, and regular updates to keep you in the loop with HUC news and opportunities.


Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This is a hybrid role which requires travel and presence at different sites across HUC network.

You must have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK

. We are unable to offer VISA sponsorship. Full UK driving licence is required.



Please see the attached and Person Specification document.


Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria


Fully qualified GP with GMC registration Be a practising GP Demonstrate a track record of clinical leadership Experience of leading outside their own specialty/department Experience in delivering change Desirable criteria
Experience of managing team of clinicians

You must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.


Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.


Further details / informal visits contact
Name
HUC
Job title
Clinical Recruitment
Email address
recruitment@huc.nhs.uk
Additional information
No agencies please.

You must have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. We do not offer VISA sponsorship.