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Job summary

Main area
Diabetes
Grade
MQ00
Contract
12 months (12 months fixed term, 1 or 2 clinical sessions per week)
Hours
  • Part time
  • Job share
10 hours per week (Applications welcomed from candidates looking to work 1 or 2 clinical sessions per week)
Job ref
349-WTWA-7358269-RL4
Employer
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Wythenshawe Hospital
Town
MANCHESTER
Salary
£73,113 - £110,330 pro rota
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
18/08/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust logo

GP with specialist interest in Diabetes

MQ00

Job overview

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join the expanding Diabetes team at Wythenshawe Hospital, a key part of the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). We are seeking applications from highly motivated candidates with a demonstrated interest and experience in Diabetes care. This role is designed for General Practitioners who have a special interest in Diabetes and will collaborate with a team of dedicated Diabetes Specialist Physicians to provide comprehensive care to patients within a specialised Diabetes Centre.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting weekly outpatient clinics. They must exhibit competencies that align with our detailed personal specification, possessing the necessary specialty knowledge and skill set for this role. We are looking for individuals who are not only passionate about Diabetes care but also committed to enhancing patient experiences and outcomes. Emphasis is placed on teamwork and integrated care, which are fundamental to our service delivery approach.

Working for our organisation

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of  over £3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.   So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.  This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’.  Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. 

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.  As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.  If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [email protected].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Person specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • MBBS or equivalent medical degree
  • Membership of the Royal College of General Practioner's
  • Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice
Desirable criteria
  • Membership in relevant specialist bodies (e.g., MRCP)
  • Advanced training in communication skills

Experience

Essential criteria
  • A minimum of 36 months of post-F2 experience as a practicing doctor within the UK
  • Demonstrable enthusiasm and interest in the field of Diabetes
Desirable criteria
  • At least 3 months of experience in Diabetes at the Senior House Officer (SHO) or trust grade level, or as part of GP Vocational Training Scheme (VTS)
  • Experience in providing educational sessions to students and peers

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Ability to work sensitively and effectively within a multicultural community
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage clinical workloads efficiently
  • Proven ability to motivate and develop both medical and non-medical staff
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in team leadership and an understanding of various leadership styles
  • Completion of a recognized Management Course

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Dr Kelly Cheer
Job title
Service Lead
Email address
[email protected]
Additional information

Interested candidates are encouraged to discuss this position with Dr. Kelly Cheer, Head of Service at Wythenshawe Hospital. Dr. Cheer can be reached via telephone at 0161 291 2589 or by email at [email protected].

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