The Southern GP Federation is a young and growing organisation, always looking for

people to join our team.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Current Vacancies ​

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General Practitioner with Enhanced Skills (GPES) in Respiratory​​​​

Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Thursday 19th November 2026.

CVs will not be accepted.​​

 

We are delighted to be recruiting  for the position of General Practitioner with Enhanced Skills, 2 Sessions per week.

 

The primary role of the GP with Enhanced Skills (GPES) in Respiratory is to expand capacity within primary care for the safe and effective management of common respiratory conditions. The postholder will provide direct patient care appropriate to the primary care setting, while also supporting practices and wider primary care teams through education, supervision, and peer support. This role is central to improving access, building confidence across the workforce, and ensuring high-quality, sustainable respiratory services in the community.

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Salary: £28,925 per annum.

 

Location:

Armagh and Dungannon: Wednesday/Thursday, with the postholder ideally available on either day. 

Newry: Monday/Tuesday, with the postholder ideally available on either day.

Craigavon:  Some flexibility as we do not yet have a hub operational here, so the working days can remain open.

 

Please refer to the full Job Description for more details on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.

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To Apply:

For more information and to download the applicant information packs:

• GPES in Respiratory Applicant Information 

• GPES in Respiratory Application Form

• GPES in Respiratory EO Form

 

Important Note:
It will be necessary to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to the post.

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Equal Opportunities Employer:
GP Federations are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.

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General Practice Nurse - 2 part-time, temporary posts​​​​

Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Wednesday 18th November 2026.

CVs will not be accepted.

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We are delighted to be recruiting 2 temporary part-time posts for the position of General Practice Nurse.

 

The General Practice Nurse will provide nursing services to the practice population through evidence based, quality focused care.  Within the scope of practice, and as appropriate to the role, the post-holder will undertake a range of nursing assessments, providing safe, effective, and person-centred care/treatment in partnership with GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, and other members of the MDT. 

 

Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata.

 

The 2 posts are as follows:

 Temporary 6-month contract,16 hours per week (2 days) based in Markethill Health Centre.

Temporary 9-month contract, 16 hours per week (2 days) based in Coalisland.

 

Please refer to the full Job Description for more details on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.

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To Apply:

For more information and to download the applicant information packs:

• General Practice Nurse Applicant Information 

• General Practice Nurse Application Form

• General Practice Nurse EO Form

 

Important Note:
It will be necessary to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to the post.

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Equal Opportunities Employer:
GP Federations are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.

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​Benefits offered to support staff are:

• Annual Leave: 27 days (pro rata) with increments at 5 and 10 years

• Bank Holidays: 10 Bank Holidays

• Pension: HSC Pension Scheme - Employer contribution rate of 23.2%

• Occupational Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay scheme that increases with service

• Cycle to Work Scheme: Benefiting from a reduced cost of a new bike and equipment

• Tech scheme: Benefiting from a reduced cost of tech equipment

• Employee Assistance Programme: Provided by Inspire Wellbeing

 

​​​​For all enquiries, please contact hr@southernfsu.co.uk 

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