GP Retention Scheme
The GP Retention Scheme is a package of financial and educational support to help doctors, who might otherwise leave the profession, remain in clinical general practice.
The GP Retention Scheme replaces the Retained Doctors Scheme 2016. The scheme continues to be managed jointly by the local offices of NHSE (through the designated NHSE RGP Scheme Lead).
About the scheme
The scheme is aimed at doctors who are seriously considering leaving or have left general practice due to personal reasons (caring responsibilities or personal illness), approaching retirement or requiring greater flexibility. The scheme supports both the retained GP and the practice employing them by offering financial support in recognition of the fact that this role is different to a ‘regular’ part-time, salaried GP post, offering greater flexibility and educational support.
Full details regarding the scheme including FAQ's and the application form to apply are available are on the NHS England website
Where to get advice
For more information on applying to the scheme in the South West please contact:
england.gpretention.sw@nhs.net
Scheme Lead for Bristol, Gloucestershire, Swindon & Bath is
Dr Nicola Swanborough
Scheme Leads for Somerset, Devon & Cornwall are:
Dr Sarah Robbins & Dr Ben Tutty
Links
NHS England GP Retention Scheme - Handbook/FAQs and Application form
BMA Employment and Careers advice, including advice on contracts
GMC - Applying to join the medical register
NHSE - Applying to join the Performers List