Carlisle Healthcare

27/08/2025

🎧🎙️ Linking in with the exciting news that The Pears Cumbria School of Medicine has officially welcomed its inaugural cohort of students. Carlisle Healthcare's Dr Amit Paik sits down with Professor Mary Morrell in the The 20 Minute Clinic podcast to talk about what this means for our region, the future of medical education, and how it could shape the NHS in North Cumbria. Link in original post and comments.

💙 Big week for healthcare in Cumbria! 💚

The brand-new The Pears Cumbria School of Medicine Imperial College London University of Cumbria has just welcomed its first-ever students this week!👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ … and we’ve got the perfect listen to mark the occasion! 🎙️🎧

On the latest 20 Minute Clinic podcast, Dr Amit Paik sits down with Professor Mary Morrell to talk about what this means for our region, the future of medical education, and how it could shape the NHS in North Cumbria. Short episodes. Big conversations.

You can Tune in on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3V8PMUHYK2eB2UDFK4gd12?si=PxoHNssxT1y7ame7ozYDNA

We know there's lots of podcasts these days, however, whether you’re NHS staff, working in primary care, or just proud of Cumbria’s future — this one’s worth a listen.

18/08/2025

Even if you've had the HPV vaccine, it's very important that you attend your cervical screening when invited.

If you have received an invitation for cervical screening or missed your last appointment, don’t wait - contact your GP practice.

Find out more ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-cancer/

18/08/2025

13/08/2025

Looking for a Prescribing Support Admin Assistant … more info and link at www.primarycarenorthcumbria.co.uk/jobs

Alrighty it's a mid-week, heat wave kind of a Wednesday... Let's use a topical colour scheme #12 ❤️‍🔥 and have a dig into some of the job vacancies in general practice this week across the NHS area of North Cumbria... there's quite a lot of GP vacancies right now - so likes and share will help us, help you🩺🙏
Right... are you ready for it... ?

More info at: primarycarenorthcumbria.co.uk/jobs

Appleby Medical Practice :
Salaried GP

Aspatria Medical Group :
Practice Nurse
Salaried GP

Birbeck Medical Group :
Receptionist

Carlisle Healthcare :
Prescribing Support Admin Assistant

Castlegate and Derwent Surgery :
Salaried GP
Care Navigator/Receptionist

Court Thorn Surgery :
General Practice Nurse

The Croft Surgery :
Clinical Administrator
GP Partner or Salaried GP

Distington Surgery :
Salaried GP

Kirkoswald Surgery :
Dispenser

Silloth Group Medical Practice :
Part-time Receptionist

Wigton Group Medical Practice :
Health Care Assistant

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12/08/2025

04/08/2025

Really useful resource supporting disabled and elderly people with digital technology.

04/08/2025

It costs nothing to be kind...

28/07/2025

Roles with us for:
- PCN Cancer Engagement Lead
- Prescribing Support Admin Assistant

Find out more at: https://www.primarycarenorthcumbria.co.uk/jobs

Looking to build a medical career in the lovely The Lake District, Cumbria ?? Well let's have a look at some of the jobs currently available in across North, West and East 💙💚

Remember - this might not be as exciting as parodies, concert clips, the meal you just had at a posh restaurant or the cameras on a - But the more you share and like the better chance we've got of getting the right people in your local GP practices.... There's lots of opportunities for GP roles in practices so please spread the word where you can.

All links and details for these can be found at:
https://www.primarycarenorthcumbria.co.uk/jobs

Appleby Medical Practice :
GP Assistant - Admin
Salaried GP

Aspatria Medical Group :
Practice Nurse
Salaried GP

Brampton Medical Practice :
Medical Receptionist

Carlisle Healthcare :
PCN Cancer Engagement Lead
Prescribing Support Admin Assistant

Castlegate and Derwent Surgery :
Salaried GP

Court Thorn Surgery :
General Practice Nurse

The Croft Surgery :
GP Partner or Salaried GP
Clinical Administrator

Distington Surgery :
Salaried GP

The Workington GP Practice :
Receptionist

Mansion House Surgery :
General Practitioner

Wigton Group Medical Practice :
Salaried GP - Fixed term
Health Care Assistant

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22/07/2025

Important Update for Patients in North Cumbria

From 1st August 2025, some GP practices in the North, West, and East areas of Cumbria will be making changes to how certain healthcare requests are handled. (e.g. blood tests on behalf of hospital and specialist clinics). These changes aim to protect patient access and ensure the long-term sustainability of general practice services.

Patients are kindly asked not to contact their GP practice about these changes, unless advised otherwise. Practices will continue to support continuity of care and will provide direct information to anyone affected.

This decision comes in response to a significant and ongoing increase in appointment requests and clinical tasks requested by other healthcare providers. While GP practices have historically absorbed these additional tasks, they now account for an estimated 25–30% of the daily GP workload, impacting appointment availability for core services.

These changes are designed to ensure patients still receive appropriate care—often more directly from the specialist services managing their condition—while helping practices protect appointment availability and improve access for all.

Please note: Not all practices will be making these changes. Your practice will inform you directly if any updates apply to you.

Full information, including some videos on why these changes are crucial to protecting general practice, and a list of frequently asked questions can be found at: www.primarycarenorthcumbria.co.uk/gpaccess

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17/07/2025

** Did you know?? ** NHS Talking Therapies offers free, confidential mental health support for people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, and more...

You can refer yourself directly to an NHS talking therapies service without a referral from a GP, or a GP can refer you.

Find out more at: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/talking-therapies-medicine-treatments/talking-therapies-and-counselling/nhs-talking-therapies/

It can include:

🧠 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
💬 Counselling & Guided Self-Help
👥 Group Therapy & Online Support

Why is this important?

- Mental health is just as important as physical health.
- Early support can prevent problems from getting worse.
- It helps people develop coping strategies and improve well-being.

If you're struggling, don’t suffer in silence. Reach out – help is available. 💙💚

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust

10/07/2025

We're looking for a: Salaried GP and a PCN Cancer Engagement Lead. More info and relevant links at: https://www.primarycarenorthcumbria.co.uk/jobs 👍

Let's look at some of the jobs in general practice across west, north and east shall we... If you've got any Doctor friends who might enjoy having the glorious on their doorstep - then maybe share this with them as we have a few GP roles in the mix here 👍🌟 thanks in advance.

More info on roles at: https://www.primarycarenorthcumbria.co.uk/jobs 💚💙

Appleby Medical Practice Salaried GP
(closing date 11/7 - so be swift)

Aspatria Medical Group Practice Nurse

Brampton Medical Practice Trainee Dispenser

Carlisle Healthcare Salaried GP, PCN Cancer Engagement Lead

Castlehead Medical Centre Healthcare Assistant, Medical Receptionist Administrator

Court Thorn Surgery General Practice Nurse

Distington Surgery Salaried GP

The Workington GP Practice Children's Safeguarding Administrator, Advanced Nurse Practitioner

The Lakes Medical Practice Penrith Healthcare Assistant

Mansion House Surgery Clinical Support Officer, General Practitioner

Grosvenor House Surgery Receptionist

Wigton Group Medical Practice Referral Co-ordinator / Clinical Coder, Receptionist / Care Navigator