GP Maternity/Sabbatical Locum - Kelso

Kelso Medical Group Practice - Scottish Borders

GP Maternity / Sabbatical Locum

August 2026 Start | 12–16 Months | 6 sessions per week

Kelso Medical Group is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated GP to join our friendly and forward-thinking team from August 2026. This is a 12–16 month maternity/sabbatical locum position providing cover within our established GP team.

About Us

We are a well-established, progressive training practice serving approximately 12,000 patients in the beautiful semi-rural town of Kelso and surrounding TD5 postcode area.

Our clinical team includes:

• 9 GP Partners
• 5 Full-Time ANPs
• 3 Prescribing Practice Nurses

We are supported by an experienced and dedicated management, reception, secretarial and administrative team.

We provide high quality, responsive and compassionate care through a mix of pre-booked and same-day appointments led by GPs and ANPs. Our team culture is collaborative and supportive — with protected downtime, strong peer support, and yes… a lively staff room!

Integrated & Well-Supported Working

We work closely with:

• District Nurses
• Health Visitors
• CTAC services
• Physiotherapy
• Pharmacy team
• Mental Health services

We are proud to host senior medical students from Edinburgh University and value teaching and professional development.

Clinical systems:

• EMIS PCS (transitioning to Vision October 2026)
• Docman
• GP Order Comms

Why Kelso?

Located in the historic town of Kelso in the Scottish Borders, the area offers:

• Outstanding outdoor pursuits
• Affordable housing
• Excellent schooling
• Easy access to Edinburgh and Newcastle

Kelso offers the perfect balance of high-quality professional life and exceptional lifestyle.

What We Offer

• No Out-of-Hours commitment
• Supportive and welcoming partnership
• Competitive sessional rate

Interested?

We strongly encourage informal enquiries and practice visits. We are also happy for you to speak with community colleagues based within the Health Centre — Kelso truly is a great place to work.

Apply with CV and covering letter to:

Mr Cameron ScottPractice ManagerKelso Medical Group PracticeKelso Health CentreInch RoadKelsoTD5 7LF

Tel: 01573 224424Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.kelsohealthcentre.co.uk/

Closing date: 30th June 2026

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.