Salaried GP – 230744

Job Description

Become a GP in spectacular Shetland

GP Opportunities in Brae Health Centre (Ref: 230744)

40 hours per week

Salary £83,950 – £125,157 per annum (depending on experience)

Inc. 2% local supplement

Plus Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum

A Relocation Assistance of up to £8,000 available

Job Overview

Are you looking for a change of lifestyle surrounded by beautiful landscapes where you can unwind? Do you want to make a difference to a small community in a stunning location? Then NHS Shetland could have the job for you.

Role Description

NHS Shetland is looking for a full time GP to deliver healthcare in the village of Brae in the beautiful North Mainland. Applicants will be enthusiastic and dynamic and will revel in the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the 2400 strong community served by Brae Health Centre. The Brae practice uses EMIS PCS, with a pharmacy also based in the Health Centre building. The Primary Care Pharmacy team provide excellent support, and there are regular MDT and palliative care meetings with the wider team.

Core responsibilities include providing medical services in a non dispensing practice, supported by dedicated staff, which comprises GPs, ANPs, Community Link Workers, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Support Workers and the Practice Admin team. The successful candidate will also be supported to develop their specialist interests.

Community & Lifestyle

The Shetland Islands are home to 23,000 people, an abundance of wildlife, breaattering natural beauty and a thriving, forward looking and welcoming community. Shetland has a rich cultural heritage while also being home to dynamic creative industries and a buoyant local economy. The North Mainland of Shetland is stunning, with thriving communities served by a network of community halls, several small harbours, boating and rowing clubs and Brae has its own leisure centre. Shetland is an excellent place for family life, where youngsters can explore and have fun in a safe environment alongside studying at excellent schools.

Benefits

• £83,950 – £125,157 per annum plus 2% local supplement
• Distant Island Allowance £2,482 per annum
• Relocation Assistance up to £8,000
• Enjoy 40 hours per week

Contact

For more information, contact Dr Angus Sim on , or Loretta Thompson, Practice Manager, on , or Lisa Watt, Primary Care Manager, NHS Shetland, on .

Application Details

Closing date: 07/12/25

Interviews will be held via Teams week commencing w/c 15/12/25

Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.