Job summary
Ready to make an impact?Smethwick Medical Centre is seeking a committed Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team and help shape the future of Primary Care.Located on Regent Street, Smethwick, we serve a diverse population of approximately 8,500 patients. Smethwick is a vibrant, multicultural area with excellent transport links to Birmingham city centre, the wider West Midlands and the motorway network. We are also proud to be a teaching and training practice, supporting the next generation of doctors and healthcare professionals.This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive practice, care for varied patient population and develop your career in an established teaching and training environment.If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, value collaboration, and are seeking flexibility within a forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to influence service delivery, develop professionally and make a meaningful difference every day.
Why join us?
- NHS pension scheme
- Minimum 6 weeks annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
- Employee discounts and benefits scheme
- 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Partnership-led wellbeing support
- Individualised development plan with GP Lead
- Mentorship from GP Partners
- Supported pathway to Partnership
- 24-hour CPD access
- GPwSI development opportunities
- Teaching and training opportunities
Main duties of the job
This is a patient-centred General Practitioner role, delivered from your nominated practice site and supported by a multidisciplinary team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing face-to-face, telephone, and digital consultations
- Managing acute and chronic health conditions
- Undertaking home visits where required
- Supporting preventative healthcare and health promotion
- Completing associated clinical administration
- Working collaboratively within the practice and wider partnership
- Empowering patients to manage their own health and wellbeing
You will need excellent communication skills, strong clinical judgement, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
About us
Our Birmingham practices are part of Modality Partnership, one of the UKs largest GP super‑partnerships, serving over 500,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,800 staff. We continuously innovate to improve patient care and staff experience, embracing digital tools and automation to enhance how services are delivered.As part of Modality Partnership, we combine the benefits and resources of a large, innovative organisation with strong clinical governance and modern ways of working with locally led, patient-centred care. The practice is rate Good overall by CQC, with positive ratings across all key domains.We are proud to be innovative, forward-thinking, and values driven. We continually explore new solutions to improve service delivery, including digital transformation, automation, and redesigned workflows that reduce administrative burden and improve patient safety.You will be part of a resilient national partnership, supported by experienced local GP Partners who work collaboratively to shape the future of General Practice.We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and fair treatment in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting documents for the full Job Description outlining core responsibilities.
- Are passionate about excellent patient care
- Enjoy innovation and problem-solving
- Are open to new ways of working in Primary Care
- Want to influence and improve service delivery
- Value teamwork, mentorship, and professional growth
If you are seeking a rewarding and career-advancing opportunity within a supportive, forward-thinking partnership, we would love to hear from you.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Full Hep B history, titre levels/boosters, MMR and Varicella status required
- Proof of UK eligibility required at interview
- Two references required, one from your current or most recent employer
- Please declare any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
- Applicants must be eligible for inclusion.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Pleasant and supportive personality.
- Ability to perform well under pressure.
- Smart appearance.
- Resourceful.
- Flexible & Adaptable approach to work including being available to provide cover as required.
Knowledge
Essential
- Eligible to practise independently as a GP in the UK.
- Understanding of the GMS contract and QOF.
- Awareness of GP commissioning and patient choice.
- Understanding of multidisciplinary teams and ARRS roles.
- Interest in medical education and/or GP training (desirable).
Skills
Essential
- IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc) able to competently use all basic IT software.
- IT skills (Use of Clinical Systems) experienced in use of a primary care clinical software system, preferably SystmOne and other remote consultation technology.
- IT skills (systems and software) able to independently problem solve to enable effective remote working and minimise disruption to working day.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Time Management.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration.
- CCST in Primary Care (UK).
- Eligible to work in the UK.
- On the UK GP Performers List.
- MRCGP (desirable).
- Full UK driving licence / access to a vehicle.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name: Modality PartnershipAddress: Smethwick Medical Centre, Regent Street, SMETHWICK, West Midlands, B66 3BQ, United KingdomEmployer’s website: Apply through our website
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Dr Raj Krishnan, r.krishnan@nhs.net
Details
Date posted: 22 September 2026Pay scheme: OtherSalary: Depending on experienceContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Part-time, Flexible workingReference number: E0281-26-0158Job locations: Smethwick Medical Centre, Regent Street, SMETHWICK, West Midlands, B66 3BQ, United Kingdom
Supporting documents
Supporting links (all open in new tabs): Modality Careers, Recruitment BrochurePrivacy notice: Modality Partnership’s privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and fair treatment in line with the Equality Act 2010.
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