BANK GP Athlone House Rehab Unit Bedded-NW

Putting community at the heart of everything we do.

Proud to be a prospective advanced foundation trust, CLCH is one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, employing more than 4,500 staff and caring for more than four million people across London and Hertfordshire. We believe in working together to give children a better start and adults greater independence. Our diverse team of professionals supports patients at every stage of their lives, from health visiting for newborn babies to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care.

By joining CLCH, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities and are committed to your professional development and well-being.

To join us and help make a real difference in the communities we work in, browse our latest jobs and opportunities below.

BANK GP Athlone House Rehab Unit Bedded-NW GP

Main area General Practitioner Grade GP Contract Bank Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working
• Other

Bank Job ref 824-BANK-GP-Bedded-NW-C

Site Athlone Rehabilitation Unit Town London salary £77 07% holiday pay + Unsocial Hours (if applicable) Salary period Hourly Closing 26/10/:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs - Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston - as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired-a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Are you a GP with a passion for rehabilitation and older adult care?
We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic GP Clinical Lead to join our well-established, supportive multidisciplinary teams at Athlone Rehabilitation Unit in West London.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key clinical leadership role in the North West London Integrated Care System, supporting patients who are stepping down from acute hospital settings and require specialist rehabilitation.

You will work as part of a team of doctors to provide day-to-day medical care for patients on our two rehabilitation units and lead on clinical governance, service development, and quality improvement.

Main duties of the job

• To provide high quality medical care to both adult and paediatric patients presenting to these services.
• Provide support to the team of nurse practitioners and healthcare staff in the assessment and treatment of unscheduled, same day walk-in consultations, including supporting staff development and education
• Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers
• Using evidence based knowledge when treating patients

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust's values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person specification Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice (or eligible for)
• Compliant with Appraisal and Revalidation requirements.
• Up to date Resuscitation and Safeguarding Training.
• Compliant with CLCH pre-engagement HR checks
• MRCP, DGM or equivalent
• Training in Acute, Elderly Care and/or Rehabilitation Medicine

Experience

• At least two years' experience working as a Doctor in a rehabilitation or care of the elderly setting
• Completed Foundation Training or equivalent
• Two years post-Foundation Training experience
• Experience of working in the NHS
• Experience working with patients with frailty
• Previous experience working in a 'community hospital', rehabilitation service or frailty service

Skills

• Knowledge of GMC 'Duties of a Doctor'
• Experience of using SystmOne and ICE
• Reflect on own practice and learn from it

Other

• Ability to manage own workload and work independently as a doctor, whilst also recognising their limits of practice
• Ability to lead medical care of patients on Bedded Units
• Commitment to and focus on quality, promotes high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes.
• Values diversity, operates with integrity and openness
• Works across boundaries, looks for collective success, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others
• Works well with others, is positive and helpful, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Support and supervision for other healthcare professionals

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

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You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.