Working With Us at The Bay Medical Practice

At The Bay Medical Practice, we are committed to providing high-quality patient care while creating a supportive, professional, and rewarding work environment for our staff. Whether you are looking to join us as a clinician, healthcare professional, or part of our administrative team, we offer an excellent working environment with career development opportunities, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Why Work With Us?

A Supportive & Dynamic Working Environment

We pride ourselves on fostering a friendly, professional, and patient-centred practice, where staff are valued and supported. Our team works collaboratively, ensuring that each member contributes to high-quality care for our community.

Opportunities for Career Development

We believe in investing in our staff and offer:

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
CPD (Continuous Professional Development) programmes.
Mentorship and support for career progression.
Opportunities to develop specialist interests within primary care.

Modern Facilities & Innovative Practice

We use the latest technology and digital healthcare solutions to provide efficient and effective services. Our practice offers:

A well-equipped clinical environment with modern consultation rooms.
Electronic patient records and digital prescribing systems.
Engagement with local Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and NHS initiatives.

Work-Life Balance & Flexible Working

We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offer:

Flexible working options where possible.
A positive and inclusive workplace culture.
A supportive management team that values staff wellbeing.

Benefits & Rewards

At The Bay Medical Practice, we offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and professional growth.

Annual Leave & Paid Time Off

27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
Leave entitlement increases to 30 days after five years of service and 33 days after ten years.
Additional special leave options for bereavement, carers’ leave, and other needs.

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Benenden Health Plan membership from your start date, with the option to add family members at your own cost.
Annual flu vaccinations offered free of charge.
Eye test vouchers to support vision care.
Discounted gym memberships to encourage physical wellbeing.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering confidential mental health and wellbeing support.

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

Access to various discount schemes, including savings on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
Enhanced sick pay, in addition to statutory sick pay, based on length of service.
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, offering one of the most generous pension plans available.

Team & Social Wellbeing

Regular staff social events to promote team bonding.
A friendly, supportive, and inclusive workplace culture.
Flexible working options (where applicable).

Safer Recruitment Standards

As part of our recruitment process, we follow NHS Safer Recruitment Standards, in line with CQC (Care Quality Commission) guidelines, NHS Employment Checks Standards, and Safeguarding Legislation. This means:

Identity Verification – We check the identity of all candidates using original documentation.
Right to Work Checks – Applicants must provide evidence of their legal right to work in the UK.
Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Checks – All clinical staff must undergo an enhanced criminal record check.
Professional Registration & Qualifications – We verify all qualifications and ensure that clinical staff are registered with relevant professional bodies, such as the GMC, NMC, HCPC, GPhC, or equivalent.
Employment History & Reference Checks – We require full employment history, with references from previous employers, particularly from healthcare roles.
Occupational Health Screening – Ensuring all candidates meet NHS health clearance requirements before employment.
Safeguarding & Training Requirements – All employees must complete mandatory safeguarding training to ensure they understand their responsibilities in protecting patients.
Equality & Diversity in Recruitment – We operate fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring no discrimination based on gender, age, disability, ethnicity, or other protected characteristics.

These standards help us to protect our patients, staff, and the wider community, ensuring that we recruit only suitable and qualified professionals.

Current Vacancies

We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

Clinical Roles

Practice Nurses – Providing long-term condition management, immunisations, and minor illness care.
Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) – Supporting patient care through routine health checks and procedures.

Non-Clinical Roles

No current vacancies

If you do not see a vacancy that suits you but are interested in working with us, we encourage speculative applications.

How to Apply

To apply for any of our roles, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and reasons for applying.

Email your application to: hiowicb-hsi.thebaymprecruitment@nhs.net

Alternatively, you can post your application to:

Practice Management Team
The Bay Medical Practice, Broadway, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 9GA

If you have any questions about our vacancies, you can contact us at: hiowicb-hsi.thebaymprecruitment@nhs.net

Equal Opportunities Employer

We are an inclusive and diverse employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to:

Fair recruitment practices.
Supporting staff wellbeing and development.
Providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability, please let us know so we can support you.

Join Us & Make a Difference

Working at The Bay Medical Practice means being part of a dedicated team that makes a real difference in our community. If you are passionate about patient care and are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we look forward to hearing from you!

For more information, contact us at: hiowicb-hsi.thebaymprecruitment@nhs.net