OverviewJob summaryWe are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic GP to join our team at Combe Coastal Practice in beautiful North Devon, situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in one of the only UK World Surfing Reserves with 2 National Parks located on its doorstep.Job responsibilitiesMain duties of the jobTo provide high-quality, safe and effective general medical services to the practice population, working as part of a multidisciplinary team. The post-holder will contribute to the delivery of primary medical services, clinical governance, and service development. There is a clear intention to support the successful candidate towards a future partnership opportunity, subject to mutual agreement, business need and performance.About usCombe Coastal Practice is one of the largest Practices in North Devon with a list size of 18,200. Our clinical team comprises Partner and Salaried GPs, a large nursing & patient coordinator team, and an ever-expanding team of multidisciplinary professionals via the PCN ARRS scheme including Paramedics, Clinical Pharmacists, FCPs, Mental Health Nurses and Health & Wellbeing Team. Patient care is delivered from our main surgery in the harbour town of Ilfracombe and 2 branch surgeries in the coastal villages of Woolacombe and Combe Martin. Visa sponsorship is available for potential applicants if required.DetailsDate posted: 13 March 2026Pay scheme: OtherSalary: Depending on experienceContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full-time, Part-timeReference number: A1690-26-0000Job locations: The Medical Centre, St Brannocks Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8EGJob responsibilitiesWe are offering 6-8 sessions for a Partner or a Salaried GP with a view to Partnership.Nestled between the sandy surfing beaches of Woolacombe and Croyde, and the rugged cliffs of Exmoor, we are perfectly situated for those looking for an amazing outdoors lifestyle whilst also delivering high quality patient care.Combe Coastal Practice is one the largest Practices in North Devon with a list size of 18,200. Our clinical team comprises Partner and Salaried GPs, a large nursing & patient coordinator team, and an ever-expanding team of multidisciplinary professionals via the PCN ARRS scheme including Paramedics, Clinical Pharmacists, FCPs, Mental Health Nurses and Health & Wellbeing Team. Patient care is delivered from our main surgery in the harbour town of Ilfracombe and 2 branch surgeries in the coastal villages of Woolacombe and Combe Martin.Key strengths of our practice include:Close working relationships within our North Devon Coastal PCNIndividual partner patient lists to facilitate good continuity of careHigh patient satisfaction scoresDedicated urgent care, chronic disease management, womens health, minor surgery, pharmacy, first contact physio, mental health and health & wellbeing teamsOutreach clinic for the homeless/vulnerably housed in IlfracombeMonthly mentor support for all new GPs to the practice if requiredGP Training Practice with 2 established trainersPlacements for other learners such as student nurses and medical studentsInternal educational learning programme throughout the yearSabbaticals for Partners 3 yearlySalaried GP would be list holding and includes generous leave and CPD time, adjusted appointments and additional indemnity included as part of the packageSystmOne clinical software with online patient servicesSupportive community teamsActive member of the wider North Devon Health systemAll out of hours covered by alternative providerPurpose built, partner owned premisesPMS Contract PracticeAdditional Mind The Gap indemnity Scheme paid for salaried GPsSignatory to the Green Impact for Health scheme including 2 practice ebikes for home visitsReal Living Wage employerVisa sponsorship is available for potential applicants if requiredJob description and responsibilities1) Clinical responsibilitiesProvide comprehensive primary medical care to registered patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing and referral as appropriateUndertake a mix of face-to-face, telephone and online consultations in line with the agreed job planProvide home visits when clinically appropriate and in line with our duty/visiting modelManage acute presentations and contribute to same-day demand management according to practice and Urgent Care TeamProvide ongoing care for patients with long-term conditions, including medication reviews and evidence-based managementMaintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records and correspondence in line with NHS and GMC requirements2) Administrative and professional responsibilitiesComplete clinical administration arising from consultations in a timely manner (e.g. results, referrals, letters, tasks), in line with the agreed job planParticipate in practice meetings, clinical meetings and multidisciplinary discussions as requiredContribute to the practices clinical governance activity, including audits, significant event reviews and learning from incidents/complaintsSupport the training and development of the wider team where appropriate (e.g. medical students, GP trainees, ARRS staff), subject to experience and job plan3) Quality, safety and governanceWork within practice policies and procedures, including safeguarding, infection prevention and control, information governance and prescribing policiesContribute to maintaining standards required by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)4) Teamworking and communicationWork collaboratively with GP colleagues, nursing team, practice management and the wider PCN multidisciplinary teamCommunicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues, including shared decision-making and safety-nettingSupport a culture of mutual respect, continuous improvement and safe workload management5) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and appraisalMaintain GMC registration, revalidation and annual appraisal requirementsAdditional informationEssential and desirable qualifications, experience and other information are listed in the original text (including Disclosure and Barring Service and UK Registration statements). The content includes statements about partnership openness and essential requirements for registration. Disclosure information and UK registration notes are retained as part of the job description where applicable.Disclosures and registrationThis 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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsCombe Coastal PracticeThe Medical Centre, St Brannocks Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8EGWebsite: https://www.combecoastalpractice.co.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr