Locum GP
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2211 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, and NHS Lothian is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, NHS Lothian assigned 7 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2211 jobs, according to the Home Office.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2211 Generalist medical practitioners Most likely code | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Crewe Medical Centre is a friendly and fast paced GP surgery. We care for a practice population of approximately 11,000 within a purpose built Health Centre which has great facilities including on-site parking.
An opportunity has arisen for a Locum GP to join our supportive and friendly team for a period of 12 months. We are looking for an individual that will complement our existing team and who further enhances our resilience to continue to deliver high quality, patient cantered care.
We are ideally looking for 6-7 sessions per week to start in February 2027.
We Encourage a Sustainable And Supported Working Day
- Daily GP Coffee huddles for case discussion and peer support.
- Workflow optimisation system in place to minimise Docman burden.
- In-house Pharmacist and Technician support.
- Multi-disciplinary team including GP Partners, Salaried GPs, ANP, Practice Nurses, HCA, Health Visitors, APP and Mental Health Nurse.
- We are also a GP Training practice who host GP trainees and Medical Students.
Salary negotiable.
If you would like to apply please send your covering letter and CV to Ashley Durie, Practice Manager 0131 552 5544. We would welcome informal enquiries and practice visits.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Generalist medical practitioners (SOC 2211) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~83k in sample- Middle half £41,860–64,584
- Median £52,624
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. NHS Lothian holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, NHS Lothian assigned 7 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2211 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.