Norton Brook Medical Centre

24/07/2025

|| IMPORTANT INFORMATION ||

We are currently aware of a nationwide major service outage in relation to making outbound calls to mobile numbers, mainly with EE customers, but all network providers are affected. We are struggling to make outbound calls so if you are expecting a call from us, please phone us and we will endeavour to put you through to the right person.

Alternatively, if you are completing an online form for us, please can you include alternate numbers, including a landline where possible.

26/06/2025

|| Latest update on weight loss drugs ||

Mounjaro – NHS Devon current position

(30th June 2025)

Tirzepatide, commonly known as Mounjaro, is a drug that up to now has only been prescribed for people with type 2 diabetes. Recently published NHS guidance is now recommending this is also considered as an option for managing overweight and obesity, alongside a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity.

Provision of Mounjaro for weight management is yet to be implemented across Devon.

NHS Devon is therefore advising GPs to not prescribe Mounjaro for weight management at this time.

Patients with queries may wish to read patient-facing information pages on the MyHealth website Weight Management - My Condition - MyHealth Devon

Patients wishing to feedback to NHS Devon regarding its current position may do so at d-icb.patientexperience@nhs.net and NHS Devon Aperture House Pynes Hill, Rydon Lane Exeter, Devon EX2 5AZ.

Maintaining a healthy weight is important for your overall health and wellbeing. It can help to lower the risk of developing illnesses and conditions such as heart attacks, dementia and stroke and it can increase confidence and happiness, improving overall quality of life. Making small changes to wh...

23/06/2025

|| FOUND PHONE ||

We have had a phone handed in to our reception desk. It was found in the toilet in the reception area.

If it is yours, please come to reception and provide the team a description.

Many thanks

16/06/2025

|| VACANCY ||
We have an exciting vacancy in our team.
We are looking for a caretaker/handyperson to join our team.

See the posts below for details on how to apply.

21/05/2025

|| VACANCIES ||

We have two exciting vacancies in our team.
We are looking for a receptionist and a caretaker/handyperson to join our team.

See the posts below for details on how to apply.

21/05/2025

01/05/2025

Norton Brook Medical Centre - Caretaker/Handyperson

Part-time, flexible hours

Are you experienced in building maintenance and have practical handyperson skills? Do you enjoy working as part of a great team, as well as being happy to work on your own initiative? We would love to hear from you.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a part-time Caretaker/Handyperson to join our team based at Norton Brook Medical Centre.

You will help us ensure that the surgery premises are well maintained and operational, i.e. heating, lighting, plumbing, electrical equipment and fire equipment with testing, monitoring, working with contractors where required and managing minor improvement projects. You will help us keep the premises safe for our patients and the wider surgery team.

We are a friendly, supportive team where your contributions will be highly valued and you will have the necessary support to get the job done.

This is a part-time position, approximately 12 hours per week; hours and days of work are flexible depending on the person appointed but will include some evening and weekend working as necessary. Pay is negotiable depending on skills, qualifications and experience. Driving licence and own vehicle preferred, 25 days annual leave + eight days Bank Holidays (pro-rata to hours worked) NHS pension, NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme.

Our culture and values seek to place our staff and patients at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and we work hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications.

For an informal discussion about the role and job description, contact Operations Manager Donna Williams by email: L83059.communications@nhs.net, telephone 01548 853551 or make an arrangement to pop in to see us to discuss the opportunity.

To apply for the position, please send current CV and covering letter via email to Donna Williams at the email address below: L83059.communications@nhs.net

24/04/2025

Please read the below notice about the road closure.

Please allow extra time when coming to your appointments if coming from beyond New Bridge/Bowcombe bridge.

23/04/2025

If you are coming for an appointment today from the other side of New Bridge (West Charleton, Chillington way etc), please allow extra time to travel to your appointment.

23/04/25 05:36 A379 Embankment Rd, Kingsbridge is closed following an RTC. A diversion is being set up. Please expect delays if travelling in this area. JC

04/04/2025

|| Newsletter Winter/Spring ||

Our updated newsletter is here, with a piece on the second page detailing Dr Bevan-Mogg's next steps as she steps down as a partner at Norton Brook.

All the staff at Norton Brook wish Karen well as she moves on to pastures new.

24/03/2025

|| Reminder ||

A reminder to all our patients that we are closed tomorrow afternoon from 12.30 to 18.00 for our essential staff training afternoon.

The online form will be accessible from 8am Wednesday morning.

|| ADVANCE NOTICE ||

Practice Closure - Tuesday 25th March

The forms will be accessible from 8am Wednesday 26th March