# GP Clinical Lead

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Primary Care Careers
- **Town:** Bury St Edmunds
- **Region:** East of England
- **Country:** England
- **Profession:** Medical doctor
- **Speciality:** General Practitioner
- **Grade:** General practitioner
- **Salary:** Depends on experience
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full-time, Part-time
- **Closing date:** 2026-07-24T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-07-17T16:14:00.511Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/M0038-26-0673?employerCode=M0038
- **Application URL:** https://vacancies.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/vacancies/29795/gp-clinical-lead.html

## Job Content

### Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and forward-thinking GP to take on the role of Clinical Lead at Rectory Road Surgery (formerly The Hollies), now under the leadership of Highlands Surgery. This is offered on68 sessions per week (negotiable).

This is a key leadership role supporting the ongoing development and transformation of the practice, ensuring delivery of high-quality, safe, and patient-centred care. The successful candidate will work closely with the Partners and multidisciplinary team to embed strong clinical governance and drive service improvement.

### Main duties of the job

- Provide clinical leadership and oversight across the practice
- Lead on clinical governance, quality improvement, and patient safety
- Support the development and delivery of high-quality patient care services
- Work collaboratively with the Practice Manager and leadership team at Highlands Surgery
- Supervise, support, and mentor clinical staff, including newly qualified GPs
- Contribute to practice strategy, service development, and innovation
- Support compliance with CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements

### About us

Rectory Road Surgery (formerly The Hollies) is currently on an exciting improvement and transformation journey under the leadership of Highlands Surgery. This includes strengthening clinical leadership, embedding robust governance processes, improving access for patients, and enhancing overall quality of care.Together, we are focused on strengthening clinical services, improving patient access, and delivering safe, effective, and responsive care to our local population. We are supported by a multidisciplinary team including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and administrative staff, all working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. We are focused on building a resilient and sustainable service, supported by a strong multidisciplinary team and clear strategic direction. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact, shape the future of the practice, and be part of a positive and progressive change programme.

### Details

- Date posted: 17 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience - competitive DOE
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 29795
- Job locations: 41 Rectory Road, Hadleigh, Essex, SS7 2NA, United Kingdom

### Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

## Person Specification

### Experience

**Essential**

- Significant experience in general practice
- Strong clinical decision-making skills
- Experience in supporting or leading clinical teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to high standards of patient care

**Desirable**

- Previous leadership or clinical lead experience
- Experience in clinical governance and quality improvement
- Interest in service redesign and innovation
- Experience in teaching, mentoring, or supervision

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
- Annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate)
- Be on the NHSE medical performers list

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