Salaried General Practitioner - Gosport, Hampshire with Visa Sponsorship

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Salaried General Practitioner for their Willow Group in Gosport, Hampshire. This permanent role is ideal for experienced GPs, including Nigerian and African immigrants, as visa sponsorship is available for foreign applicants. The position offers a highly attractive salary of £110,428 to £110,428 per annum, plus an impressive Recruitment and Retention Premia of £16,881.15 pro rata, per annum.

Job Description

As a Salaried GP with The Willow Group, you will be an integral part of an expanding, dynamic team focused on providing sustainable, population-based health and social care. Your role will involve ensuring timely patient care delivered by the most appropriate clinician within the Extended Primary Care Team, working across four sites.

This unique opportunity, partnered with one of the largest Community and Mental Health Trusts in the UK, allows for significant knowledge expansion and skill development within multidisciplinary teams across various specialties. You will engage in GP-led care supported by a highly skilled team including ANPs, Nurses, Pharmacists, and First Contact Practitioners, along with active involvement in training, primary care research, and a strong MDT approach to routine care.

Requirements

• Full GMC registration and a licence to practice.
• Inclusion on the NHS GP Register.
• Proven experience in primary care settings, demonstrating the ability to make professionally autonomous decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effective patient consultations and team collaboration.
• Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and adherence to clinical governance.
• For foreign applicants, eligibility for UK Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship and compliance with all visa requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £110,428 - £110,428 per annum with a substantial Recruitment and Retention Premia.
• Opportunity to work within a unique partnership, expanding knowledge in multidisciplinary teams.
• 15-minute appointments offering flexibility with telephone, video, online, or face-to-face consultations.
• Involvement in training for FY2s, GP Registrars, Nurses, and Physicians Associates.
• Access to Primary Care Research and a forward-thinking, innovative Primary Care Network.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrant doctors eyeing this Salaried GP role, meticulous preparation is key. Ensure your CV is polished, highlighting your clinical experience in a UK-friendly format and clearly detailing your qualifications. An up-to-date LinkedIn profile, showcasing your professional journey and aspirations, will also be beneficial. Craft a compelling cover letter that not only expresses your enthusiasm for the Willow Group but also subtly addresses your visa status and commitment to a long-term role.

Gather all necessary professional documents, including your GMC registration, relevant certifications, and strong professional references. Be prepared to discuss your visa sponsorship needs confidently during the interview, emphasizing your dedication to UK healthcare and how your skills align perfectly with the Trust's values and needs. Highlighting any experience with diverse patient populations or team-based care will also strengthen your application.

• Ensure your GMC registration and license to practice are current and readily verifiable.
• Prepare a UK-formatted CV that clearly outlines your clinical experience and qualifications.
• Draft a tailored cover letter demonstrating your understanding of the Willow Group's mission and your fit.
• Gather professional references that can speak to your clinical competence and teamwork.
• Practice articulating your visa sponsorship requirements and your commitment to working in the UK.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship via the Skilled Worker (Tier 2) route is AVAILABLE for this Salaried General Practitioner position. This means foreign applicants and non-UK residents are welcome to apply and will be considered. If your right-to-work status is complex or borderline, it is advisable to clearly state your current situation and any visa requirements in your application or cover letter to ensure clarity with the hiring team.