# Locum GP > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Brook Medical Centre. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/locum-gp/5477745f-f941-4bb7-aeb0-d4212a02ad52 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/locum-gp/5477745f-f941-4bb7-aeb0-d4212a02ad52.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Brook Medical Centre - **Location:** Ecton Brook Road, Northampton, NN3 5EN, United Kingdom - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** General Practitioner - **Grade:** General practitioner - **Salary:** Depends on experience - **Contract type:** Locum - **Employment type:** Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-11-30T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-03T10:30:15.399Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A0621-26-0006 - **Application URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/application/A0621-26-0006/pre-application-questions-pause?referrer=jobadvert&ref=A0621-26-0006 - **Employer website:** https://www.thebrookmedicalcentre.co.uk/index.aspx ## Job Content ### Job summary A Locum GP is required to work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the contract. ### Main duties of the job Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team. The role is to support, mentor, and supervise other healthcare professionals within the organisation and be an integral part of the general practice team ### About us Brook Medical Centre is a trusted NHS General Practice located in Northampton, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-focused primary healthcare. The practice serves a diverse population and is committed to promoting health and wellbeing through accessible, compassionate, and professional care. Our mission is to provide comprehensive medical services that meet the needs of our patients while fostering a culture of respect, confidentiality, and continuous improvement. We value patient safety, clinical excellence, and community engagement, ensuring every individual receives personalised care. Brook Medical Centre strives to maintain the highest standards of clinical care and patient experience. Our team of experienced GPs, nurses, and administrative staff work collaboratively to ensure timely access to services and continuity of care. ### Details - Date posted: 03 September 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: Depending on experience - Contract: Locum - Duration: 5 months - Working pattern: Part-time - Reference number: A0621-26-0006 - Job locations: Ecton Brook Road, Northampton, NN3 5EN, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Locum GP in delivering health services. - Work as agreed in accordance with the practice timetable - The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population - The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract - Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly, referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising practice and any other local guidelines - Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance - Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care - Effective management of long-term conditions - Support patients to adopt strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care - Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks - Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways - Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance - On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload - Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process - Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans - On an opportune basis, provide health promotion advice - Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice - Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required - Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice, including clinical governance and training - Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children - Ensure compliance with the appraisal process - Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice - Commit to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team - Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies - Support the Partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice - Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement - Conduct home visits as agreed - Be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team - There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels - Conduct out-of-hours duties as mutually agreed ### UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - Qualified GP - MRCGP - JCPTGP or CCT - National Performers List Registration - Full GMC Registration ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.