Bank - GP with Special Interest (GPwSI) in Dermatology – Community Dermatology Service

Job Role Bank GP with Special Interest (GPwSI) in Dermatology Location: Far. Town- Multiple Community Dermatology Clinics Agreement/Contract: Bank Salary: Dependant on experience (BMA) Hours: Flexible bank sessions, subject to service requirements Responsibilities About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic General Practitioner with a Special Interest (GPwSI) in Dermatology to join Locala Health and Wellbeing’s expanding Community Dermatology Service.

This is an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centred dermatological care closer to home, helping to improve access to specialist assessment and treatment within a community setting. You will work collaboratively with a supportive team of GPwSIs and a dermatology nurse, with access to advice and clinical support from a Consultant Dermatologist.

The role offers opportunities to further develop your dermatology and minor surgery skills while contributing to the delivery of a high-quality community service.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality dermatology consultations, assessments and treatment within a community setting. Assess and manage common inflammatory skin conditions, including eczema, acne, psoriasis and rosacea. Assess and manage benign skin lesions and undertake appropriate minor surgical procedures, such as excisions, punch biopsies and cryotherapy, within your scope of competence.

Recognise presentations requiring onward referral and ensure appropriate escalation in line with established clinical pathways. Work collaboratively with other GPwSIs, the dermatology nursing team and the Consultant Dermatologist to support safe, effective and consistent patient care. Participate in clinical discussions, governance activities and continuous quality improvement.

Maintain accurate clinical records and work in accordance with relevant professional standards, clinical guidance and service protocols.

Qualifications

Full qualification as a General Practitioner, with current General Medical Council (GMC) registration and a licence to practise. Relevant dermatology experience and evidence of appropriate training, through formal qualifications or a professional portfolio. Demonstrable competence in assessing and managing benign skin lesions and undertaking relevant minor skin surgery.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain clinical findings and treatment options clearly to patients. The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, exercising sound clinical judgement and recognising when specialist advice or onward referral is required. A commitment to patient safety, evidence-based practice and maintaining high professional standards.

Desirable Requirements The following would be advantageous: A Diploma in Dermatology, Practical Dermatology or an equivalent relevant qualification. Training and experience in dermoscopy. Previous experience working as a GPwSI or within a community dermatology service. Experience of clinical governance, audit and service improvement.

Why Join Locala? By joining our Community Dermatology Service on a bank basis, you will have the opportunity to: Work within a supportive and collaborative clinical environment. Access advice and clinical support from a Consultant Dermatologist. Further develop your skills and experience in dermatology and minor surgical procedures.

Deliver care closer to home and contribute to improving the patient experience. Benefit from flexible, sessional working that can complement your existing general practice commitments, subject to service needs. Here at Locala we are part of the community and have often cared for generations within the same family and continue to be part of the NHS family also delivering care under the same ethos.

Locala Health and Wellbeing embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from people from all backgrounds with our ambition to have a workforce that represents the wider communities we live and work within, which you can support us to achieve. We are an organisation that celebrates and values the individuality of our colleagues lived experiences and can adapt accordingly, recognising the value inclusivity brings when delivering equitable, high quality healthcare to our local communities.

Where everyone feels valued, has the ability to develop, has flexible working opportunities, with a sense of belonging, supported by our Inclusivity Groups. Closing date: 06 November 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Pease note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. The position will be subject to a DBS check. Locala is a Disability Confident employer. Disabled applicants who meet all essential criteria will be guaranteed an invitation to the assessment process. Please review the Job Description and Person Specification Find out more about our values and ambitions in the Locala Thrive Strategy.

How to Apply If you have the relevant experience and skills and are interested in joining our Community Dermatology Service, please submit your CV along with a short covering statement outlining your dermatology experience, relevant qualifications and suitability for the role. For further information about the role, please contact: Dr Victoria Dorsett Email: victoria.

dorsett@locala.org.uk About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic General Practitioner with a Special Interest (GPwSI) in Dermatology to join Locala Health and Wellbeing’s expanding Community Dermatology Service. This is an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centred dermatological care closer to home, helping to improve access to specialist assessment and treatment within a community setting.

You will work collaboratively with a supportive team of GPwSIs and a dermatology nurse, with access to advice and clinical support from a Consultant Dermatologist. The role offers opportunities to further develop your dermatology and minor surgery skills while contributing to the delivery of a high-quality community service.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality dermatology consultations, assessments and treatment within a community setting. Assess and manage common inflammatory skin conditions, including eczema, acne, psoriasis and rosacea. Assess and manage benign skin lesions and undertake appropriate minor surgical procedures, such as excisions, punch biopsies and cryotherapy, within your scope of competence.

Recognise presentations requiring onward referral and ensure appropriate escalation in line with established clinical pathways. Work collaboratively with other GPwSIs, the dermatology nursing team and the Consultant Dermatologist to support safe, effective and consistent patient care. Participate in clinical discussions, governance activities and continuous quality improvement.

Maintain accurate clinical records and work in accordance with relevant professional standards, clinical guidance and service protocols. Essential Requirements Applicants must have: Full qualification as a General Practitioner, with current General Medical Council (GMC) registration and a licence to practise. Relevant dermatology experience and evidence of appropriate training, through formal qualifications or a professional portfolio.

Demonstrable competence in assessing and managing benign skin lesions and undertaking relevant minor skin surgery. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain clinical findings and treatment options clearly to patients. The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, exercising sound clinical judgement and recognising when specialist advice or onward referral is required.

A commitment to patient safety, evidence-based practice and maintaining high professional standards. Desirable Requirements The following would be advantageous: A Diploma in Dermatology, Practical Dermatology or an equivalent relevant qualification. Training and experience in dermoscopy. Previous experience working as a GPwSI or within a community dermatology service.

Experience of clinical governance, audit and service improvement. Why Join Locala? By joining our Community Dermatology Service on a bank basis, you will have the opportunity to: Work within a supportive and collaborative clinical environment. Access advice and clinical support from a Consultant Dermatologist. Further develop your skills and experience in dermatology and minor surgical procedures.

Deliver care closer to home and contribute to improving the patient experience. Benefit from flexible, sessional working that can complement your existing general practice commitments, subject to service needs. Here at Locala we are part of the community and have often cared for generations within the same family and continue to be part of the NHS family also delivering care under the same ethos.

Locala Health and Wellbeing embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from people from all backgrounds with our ambition to have a workforce that represents the wider communities we live and work within, which you can support us to achieve. We are an organisation that celebrates and values the individuality of our colleagues lived experiences and can adapt accordingly, recognising the value inclusivity brings when delivering equitable, high quality healthcare to our local communities.

Where everyone feels valued, has the ability to develop, has flexible working opportunities, with a sense of belonging, supported by our Inclusivity Groups. Closing date: 06 November 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Pease note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. The position will be subject to a DBS check. Locala is a Disability Confident employer. Disabled applicants who meet all essential criteria will be guaranteed an invitation to the assessment process. Please review the Job Description and Person Specification Find out more about our values and ambitions in the Locala Thrive Strategy.

How to Apply If you have the relevant experience and skills and are interested in joining our Community Dermatology Service, please submit your CV along with a short covering statement outlining your dermatology experience, relevant qualifications and suitability for the role. For further information about the role, please contact: Dr Victoria Dorsett Email: victoria.

dorsett@locala.org.uk