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Would you like to
live and work in
England?
The NHS is looking for GPs to work in the areas of
CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND PETERBOROUGH
NHS England Gateway reference: 07944
INTRODUCTION
The National Health Service in England is running an international recruitment
campaign for family doctors. In England these are called General Practitioners or
GPs. We plan to recruit around 2,000 GPs from overseas by 2020. They will work
alongside GPs we train in England to develop an exciting range of health services
away from hospitals and in local community settings.
This brochure explains the importance of GPs in providing healthcare to our population. It tells you about the
application process and what to expect when you apply. We are recruiting GPs for many areas across England.
This brochure gives you an idea of the benefits and opportunities available to you if you choose to work in
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
WHY WORK AS A GP IN ENGLAND?
GPs in England are the foundation of the NHS. They are usually the first person
a patient turns to for help and they deal with a whole range of health problems.
They are general experts in the whole field of medicine for adults and children.
They manage the healthcare of all their patients, including acute illness, long term
conditions and mental health problems.
GPs usually work in practices, often leading teams which include nurses, healthcare assistants, practice
managers, receptionists and other staff. Practices also work closely with other healthcare professionals,
such as health visitors, midwives, pharmacists, physiotherapists, mental health services and social care services.
GPs provide continuing medical care for patients in the community or they will refer patients to hospital clinics
for further assessment or treatment by specialists. Nine out of 10 NHS patients are seen in English general
practice, and nearly nine out of 10 patients rate their experience of their GP practice as good. Because GPs
often lead the continuing development of the NHS in England, we are investing an additional £2.4bn a
year into general practice by 2021. The money is being used to recruit more doctors and other healthcare
professionals, improve buildings and extend the use of information technology so general practice can offer
more and better services to meet people’s needs.
Any GP recruited under the international recruitment programme and working in the UK before 29 March
2019 will be able to stay and enjoy the same rights and benefits as now and qualifications of EU doctors will
continue to be recognised if they were obtained before 29 March 2019. Recruitment will go beyond March
2019 and while we do not know details of a future immigration system yet, we will make clear how it applies
to this programme as soon as possible.
Many GPs choose to work in England because of the attractive salaries and benefits. But the work offers
much more: the chance to extend your clinical experience as part of a team of 1.2 million NHS employees,
all of whom are proud to work for a ‘national treasure’ and many of whom have come to England from
across the globe.
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GENERAL PRACTICE AND YOU
• If you choose to apply to work as a GP in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough you will be supported
with dedicated training programmes, help with meeting language requirements and in meeting the
standards of the national Induction and Refresher (I&R) Scheme.
• You will have an opportunity to meet with staff from the recruiting practices and to learn more about
them and the local areas. This will help you and the practices decide if this is the best place for you to
live and work.
• Practices involved in this recruitment scheme will be offering attractive and competitive salaries.
• You and your family will be offered help to relocate to the area and continued support while you
settle into your new community.
THE CANDIDATE PROCESS
If you apply to be a GP in England this is the application process you will follow:
STEP
An initial conversation in your own country with the recruitment agency for the area you are interested
1 in working in and some background checks (including police checks).
STEP You will be asked to take an English test organised by the recruitment agency. The agency will use
2 the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the Occupational English Test (medicine
version) proficiency test for people wishing to study or work in English speaking countries.
STEP You will have an interview in your own country by Skype. You start your registration with the General
3 Medical Council (GMC). The GMC is the organisation which sets standards for doctors in the United
Kingdom. You need to be registered with the GMC and be on the GMC’s GP Register to work as a GP
in England. You will be invited to complete a self-assessment to help identify any training needs.
STEP
You visit your chosen area to find out more about where you will be working and to meet other
4 international GPs. You will have a second interview and an assessment of your learning needs.
STEP
Once you pass your second interview you will be able to join the programme. You will be allocated to a
5 GP practice within the region.
STEP You will be provided with a minimum of three months of training and observation in your employing
6 practice to prepare you for the I&R assessments and improve your English language skills. You will then
spend a minimum of six months treating patients with supervision and support from a senior GP at
your practice.
3THE NHS OFFERS A
COMPETITIVE PAY PACKAGE FOR GPS
Once you have gained entry to the National Medical Performers List without conditions you can expect to
earn a salary of between £68,000 and £72,000 per year. This salary is the same across all parts of the NHS in
England excluding London where you will receive additional funds to help with the increased living costs there,
known as London weighting.
Alongside your salary there are many other financial benefits including paid maternity and paternity leave,
parental and carers leave.
THE NHS IN ENGLAND
The National Health Service was founded in 1948, based on the principle that
good healthcare should be available to all, regardless of wealth.
With the exception of some charges, such as prescriptions, optical services and dental services, the NHS in
England remains free at the point of use for all UK residents.
In 2014, the Commonwealth Fund declared that in comparison with the healthcare systems of 10 other
countries (Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland
and the US) the NHS was the most impressive overall. The NHS was rated as the best system for its efficiency,
safety, effectiveness, co-ordination and patient-centred care.
The NHS covers It deals with more than
54.3M PEOPLE 1M PATIENTS
in England every 36 hours
The NHS employs And has more than
JOBS
1.2M PEOPLE 40,500 GPs
4LIVING IN...
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
AND PETERBOROUGH
Countryside
dotted with
beautiful cathedral
cities and towns
full of history...
5HEALTH SERVICES IN
CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND PETERBOROUGH
There are 117 health and local government organisations
responsible for managing and delivering health and social care in
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
These include 102 GP practices, 10 hospitals (including acute, mental health and
community), one community trust, an ambulance service and two local government
authorities. They look after the health and wellbeing of 950,000 people in the
towns and cities of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
CAMBRIDGESHIRE PETERBOROUGH
The area is well known for its flat, reclaimed Fens, The Cathedral City of Peterborough is the largest
lush farmland and myriad waterways. The countryside city in Cambridgeshire, lying at the heart of
is dotted with beautiful cathedral cities and towns the Cambridgeshire, Rutland, Lincolnshire and
full of history and bustling with markets, shops Northamptonshire borders. With both the coast and
and restaurants. London (by train) just an hour away, Peterborough
gives you the best of both worlds. A city in the heart
Cambridge, Peterborough, Huntingdon, Ely of rural East England, it is packed full of heritage
and Wisbech are the main cities and towns in including an impressive Norman cathedral. It enjoys
Cambridgeshire. a thriving local economy with a commitment to a
sustainable way of life.
CAMBRIDGE
A magnet for tourists, Cambridge is home to the Peterborough has been welcoming people from all
world renowned university, and famed for beautiful over the world for 200 years and continues the legacy
architecture, college buildings, museums and art of building community through the strength of its
galleries. The city’s heritage and culture contrasts differences. It is a vibrant and diverse community
with its thriving digital business, making it the fastest- with people from more than 50 per cent of the
growing city economy in the UK. Cambridge is at the world’s countries calling the city home. Because of
heart of the high technology centre known as Silicon this diversity, Peterborough is home to numerous
Fen (a play on Silicon Valley and the fens surrounding multicultural organisations and associations.
the city.) Its economic strengths lie in industries such as
software and bioscience – many start-up companies HUNTINGDON
having been spun out of the university. Over 40 Situated in the west of the county, Huntingdon was
per cent of the workforce has a higher education given a Royal Charter in 1205 and grew into a market
qualification, more than twice the national average. town and later a coaching town. There is a choice of
churches, museums and busy markets to visit and a
choice of welcoming cafés, bars and restaurants.
6LOCATION
Cambridgeshire and
Peterborough
Peterborough
Fenland
East
Huntingdonshire Cambridgeshire
Cambridge City
South
Cambridgeshire
7WISBECH
Known as the capital of the Fens, this market town lies in the north east of Cambridgeshire. Wisbech is noted
for its elegant Georgian architecture, museums and tourist accommodation. The town boasts the original
manuscript of the Charles Dickens novel, Great Expectations, and one of the oldest surviving Georgian theatres
in the country.
ELY
Full of charm and beauty and home to one of the most magnificent cathedrals in England, the historic city of
Ely is nestled in the Fen countryside in East Cambridgeshire. You can see Oliver Cromwell’s house, where you
can learn about this important historical figure. To see Ely at its best, follow the eel trail: this circular walk takes
you past the oldest parts of the city with beautiful monastic buildings and spectacular views.
Ely has excellent road and rail links to Cambridge and London. Cambridge is 24 kilometres away; Peterborough,
Norwich, King’s Lynn and Newmarket are all within an hour’s driving time. Trains can reach London Kings Cross
in 70 minutes.
NOT TO BE MISSED
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
• The beautiful architecture of Cambridge including the famous Bridge of Sighs and Mathematical Bridge,
which cross the River Cam in the centre of the city.
• Punting in Cambridge. Thousands of visitors every year take in the majesty of the River Cam on a
chauffeured punt (boat) tour.
• Read AA Milne’s manuscript of ‘Winnie the Pooh’ in The Wren Library at Trinity College.
• Ely Cathedral’s 14th century octagonal lantern tower, which was counted among the marvels of the
medieval world. Much of the cathedral is more than 900 years old and offers a rich architectural history.
• Imperial War Museum Duxford - stand in awe of the world’s most famous and fastest planes at this historic
airfield and museum.
• Welney Wetland Centre, set in the heart of the Cambridgeshire Fens, is a great way to explore the wetlands
and experience wildlife including ducks, kingfishers, butterflies and dragonflies.
• The new £15m mosque on Cambridge’s Mill Road, open to the public from late 2018 and designed to
welcome everyone as a place for peace and calm reflection.
PETERBOROUGH
• Peterborough Museum holds an eclectic collection of oil paintings ranging from the 17th century to the
early 21st century.
• Peterborough Cathedral is one of the finest Norman cathedrals in England. Founded as a monastic
community in 654 AD, it became one of the most significant medieval abbeys in the country.
• Ferry Meadows Country Park is a beauty spot with meadows, lakes and woodland – great for a day out or
for an exhilarating walk.
8CULTURE AND ENTERTAINMENT
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
From architecture to music, art and theatre, Cambridgeshire’s culture offers something for everyone.
Be inspired by the many beautiful museums and art galleries in Cambridge. Admire the beautiful architecture
and majestic college buildings.
Cambridge has five theatres: the ADC Theatre is the liveliest theatre in Cambridge, presenting a vibrant
programme of drama, music and comedy, but there are also the Junction, Corn Exchange, Arts, and Mumford
Theatres hosting a wide range of theatre, music concerts and performance art. Cambridge also hosts an annual
Shakespeare Festival.
The Cambridge Folk Festival is one of Europe’s premier and longest running music festivals, held each August
in the city. There is a programme of festivals across The Fens throughout the year including Christmas fairs,
country fairs and midsummer festivals.
PETERBOROUGH
The Peterborough Museum is located in one of the city’s most historic buildings, with amazing objects and
interactive displays, the collections comprise more than 200,000 items of great national and international
importance. The Cresset, Broadway and Key Theatres offer a range of entertainment including opera,
pantomime, comedy and dance.
EDUCATION
State education is available for children between the ages of 5 and 18 with free part-time nursery places for 3
and 4 year olds.
There are more than 200 state schools and more than 20 fee paying independent nurseries, primary and
secondary schools in Cambridgeshire.
For young people aged 16 to 19 there is a wide range of vocational and academic courses at further education
and sixth form colleges. The county is also well served with excellent independent (fee paying) schools such as
Oundle, Perse, Uppingham, Oakham, Stamford and Kimbolton.
Universities and colleges offer a range of degree courses. These include Cambridge University and Anglia
Ruskin University.
FOOD AND DRINK
Cambridgeshire boasts a diverse food scene as multicultural as its population; small independent restaurants,
tea rooms, and larger chains give you plenty of options to have whatever you fancy.
Across the county there are culinary treats at farm shops, markets and award-winning restaurants,
farmers’ markets and food festivals.
Not to be missed is the Cambridgeshire Food and Drink Festival held in Peterborough.
9HOUSING
The high demand for housing in Cambridge has Peterborough’s One Retail Park boasts fashion,
increased prices. To meet this challenge, new garden, home and leisure retailers. The Queensgate
affordable homes and contemporary flats are Shopping Centre is popular for its high street stores,
being built to the north and south of the city. while the nearby refurbished Western Arcade is
home to many independent retailers including
In Cambridge, the large, detached houses in and boutique opticians, award winning butchers
around Trumpington Road and Hills Road are among and jewellers.
the most expensive and desirable. And the Victorian
properties around De Freville Avenue, close to the Further afield, Cambridgeshire provides plenty of
River Cam, are popular with families. The terraced choice for shoppers - from the Ely Markets and its
houses in Arbury, Mill Road and Cherry Hinton are Cloister Arts and Antiques Centre, to the unique
more affordable. independent boutiques, market stalls and leading
high street stores in Huntingdon.
The popular village of Grantchester has a mix of
cottages, semi-detached and larger houses and lies
within easy reach of Cambridge. It is also less than
an hour by train from London. SPORT
To the north of Cambridge, some charming market Cambridgeshire is home to two professional
towns are to be found, particularly on the banks of football league clubs: Cambridge United FC and
the River Great Ouse. House prices in this part of the Peterborough United FC.
county are lower than Cambridge, although the rail
links are still good - Huntingdon and Ely are around Rugby is a popular sport in the county. Cambridge
an hour by train from London’s Kings Cross station. Rugby Union Club plays its games in National
In 2017, Peterborough was named the best place in League One, and there is a host of smaller teams to
Britain for young families to move to. It has plenty of watch weekly.
affordable properties. Close to Peterborough, Orton
Waterville and Orton Wistow have modern three For motorcycle fans Peterborough Panthers compete
and four bedroom properties. in the Speedway Great Britain championship league.
The Peterborough Phantoms play in the National
Ice Hockey league at Planet Ice Arena in the city.
Northampton Saints are a top division professional
SHOPPING rugby club and their ground at Franklins Gardens is
only a 45 minute drive from Cambridge.
Cambridge has a wide choice of shops from daily
markets to an abundance of boutiques, independent The world famous horse racing town of Newmarket
shops, high street brands and designer labels. in nearby Suffolk offers race nights and live music
throughout the year.
The airy and glass roofed Great Arcade in
Cambridge is home to stylish luxury and high street Cambridgeshire is home to some excellent golf
stores. The nearby Grafton Centre provides modern courses both public and private including Thorpe
shopping with casual eateries, whilst Mill Road has Wood in Peterborough, St Ives in Huntingdon, and
also been nominated as ‘High Street of the Year’ for the two championship courses at Gog Magog, just
a number of years for its numerous independent south of Cambridge.
boutiques and cafés.
In most of the big towns and cities in
The city’s seven days a week market offers fine Cambridgeshire there are well equipped sports
cheese, vintage clothes and quirky gifts, fresh coffee centres open to the public.
beans, photographs, books and paintings.
10TRANSPORT
TRAIN
Cambridge has two train stations and is well connected by train to London’s Kings Cross (about an hour away)
and the rest of East Anglia.
Peterborough is renowned for its easy commute from the surrounding idyllic English villages and market
towns such as Nassington, Folksworth and Oundle. It has an excellent ring road and one of the fastest traffic
commutes in the country.
ROAD
Cambridgeshire is accessible to London and the south via the M11, while the A1 connects St Neots,
Huntingdon and Peterborough with the south of England, joining the M25 near London. Going north the A1
goes to the East Midlands and Yorkshire.
COACH
There are regular National Express coaches from Cambridge’s Parkside bus station and Peterborough’s coach
station to London and to other locations in the country including London Stanstead airport.
AIRPORTS
Cambridge and Peterborough’s closest and best connected airport by rail, coach and car is London Stansted
which is 50 kilometres south of Cambridge and mainly serves European destinations.
Luton airport is 67 kilometres from Cambridge and 100 kilometres from Peterborough.
London Heathrow and London Gatwick can be used for travel to a wider variety of European and
international destinations.
WEATHER
The hottest months of the year are normally July and August when temperatures reach into the low 20°Cs. In
the winter months temperatures can drop to -7°C.
MORE INFORMATION
If you would like more information about our international recruitment programme or about living and
working in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough the following websites will be useful:
Visit Cambridge – www.visitcambridge.org
Cambridge Tourist Information – www.cambridgetouristinformation.co.uk
Lonely Planet Cambridge Guide – www.lonelyplanet.com/england/eastern-england/cambridge
11NHS ENGLAND’S PARTNERS: FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT: www.england.nhs.uk/igpr Published April 2018 by NHS England
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