Whitstable Medical Practice

23/01/2026

Many of you may have seen our feature in the news yesterday – the article and video are available here:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c301jp9dll4o

Political reporter Michael Keohan witnesses first-hand the demands that are facing the NHS.

14/01/2026

We are receiving a large number of queries regarding Weight Loss Injections.
At the present time, these are only available on the NHS to a very small group of patients who meet the strictest of clinical criteria.
You will have received a letter from us if you are eligible.

Private injections are available to a much wider group of patients.
If this is something you are considering please click the link below for more information about NHS and Private weight loss injections: www.whitstablemedicalpractice.co.uk/news/weight-loss-injections

14/01/2026

We are hiring!
Two exciting opportunities at Whitstable Medical Practice!

Practice Nurse -
(Part-time, 23 hrs/week – 12-month fixed-term maternity cover)
Run nurse-led clinics (diabetes, asthma, smears, immunisations, minor illness + more), wound care, venepuncture, ECGs, assessments & vaccinations. Newly qualified nurses considered.

Urgent Treatment Centre Clinician
(Full-time, Permanent)
Assess, diagnose & manage urgent/undifferentiated conditions in our UTC/Same Day Hub. Provide advanced care, leadership & mentorship.
Ideal for experienced ACPs, nurses or paramedics in urgent/primary care.

Closing date for both: 1st February 2026
Main base: Estuary View Medical Centre, Whitstable, Kent.

Apply now via NHS Jobs:
Practice Nurse → https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A2876-26-0000
UTC Clinician → https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A2876-26-0001

13/01/2026

🚨 Parking Scam Alert – Whitstable Medical Practice 🚨

We have investigated reports of suspicious text messages claiming to be Parking Charge Notices (PCNs) after parking at Estuary View Medical Centre.

-No issues or connection with third-party payment apps.
-Horizon Parking never sends PCNs via text – these are opportunistic scams from fraudsters.

Ignore/delete any such messages – don't click links or share details!

Please warn family members and elderly relatives to stay vigilant.
Safest option: Pay at the machines outside the centre, a printed receipt is available (no phone number needed).

More tips on parking fraud are available here: https://www.britishparking.co.uk/protect-yourself-from-fraud

Thank you.
Whitstable Medical Practice

07/01/2026

🚨 Safety Alert for All Sites Today 🚨
Please take extra care when walking or driving at all of our sites today.
The torrential downpour of rain at 5am has washed away much of the grit that was applied overnight, and some areas have re-frozen.
Our gritting contractor will return as soon as possible to treat the surfaces again.
Thank you for your understanding in relation to this unavoidable situation. ⚠️❄️

24/12/2025

Important Patient Notice Regarding Parking Scams

We have become aware that some patients have received fraudulent text messages claiming to be Parking Charge Notices (PCNs) after using third-party payment apps to pay for parking at Estuary View Medical Centre.

Please be reassured: Horizon Parking will never issue a Parking Charge Notice via SMS and the message you have received is a scam.

To minimise the risk of falling victim to these scams, we recommend paying at the payment machines located outside the medical centre. This allows you to print a receipt without entering your mobile number or any personal details.

We have reported this matter to Horizon Parking, who are investigating with the relevant third-party providers.

Thank you.
Whitstable Medical Practice

03/12/2025

🌟Job Opportunity - Health Care Assistant – Whitstable Medical Practice 🌟

Part-time (27.5 hrs/wk) | Permanent
Mix of general HCA duties + Dermatology support across East Kent

Must be phlebotomy trained with HCA/healthcare experience.
Travel required (mileage + time paid) + 1 Saturday morning per month.

Apply before 28 Dec:
👉 https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A2876-25-0017?location=ct5%203se&distance=5&searchByLocationOnly=true&language=en

29/11/2025

Reminder – Parking Charges Monday 1st December

The good news: all of the work to the patient car park at Estuary View Medical Centre is now complete. This has delivered a number of much needed repairs, safety improvements and additional spaces. We would like to thank all patients for their understanding over the past few weeks. We have a new one way system in force! Please ensure this is followed at all times for safety.

The not so good news: parking charges at Estuary View only will come into force from Monday 1st December. This is £1 for 4 hours. Payment can be made on entrance or exit via cash, card, contactless or app. Please use the machines by the front door. There is no need to display a ticket in your vehicle. There is a 10 minute grace period for drop off’s. To gain a full understanding of the changes we encourage ALL patients to read our article: https://tinyurl.com/WMPParking

25/11/2025

Update – Groundworks at Estuary View Medical Centre

The good news: all of the work to the patient car park at Estuary View Medical Centre is now complete. This has delivered a number of much needed repairs, safety improvements and additional spaces. We would like to thank all patients for their understanding over the past few weeks. We have a new one way system in force! Please ensure this is followed at all times for safety.

The not so good news: parking charges at Estuary View only will come into force from Monday 1st December. This is £1 for 4 hours. Payment can be made on entrance or exit via cash, card, contactless or app. Please use the machines by the front door. There is no need to display a ticket in your vehicle. There is a 10 minute grace period for drop off’s. To gain a full understanding of the changes we encourage ALL patients to read our article: https://tinyurl.com/WMPParking

20/11/2025

Update – Groundworks at Estuary View Medical Centre

Estuary View Medical Centre will experience SEVERE DISRUPTION & RESTRICTED PARKING this week while the final phase of groundworks are undertaken.

On Friday 21st November our main entrance and patient car park will be COMPLETELY CLOSED. We will be diverting cars to other areas of the estate and patients into the building via an alternative side entrance.

If you can attend without bringing a car please do so as we expect significant problems/congestion.

This work removes a number of potential hazards and ensures the return of our one way system, with additional patient parking, fully available from Wednesday 26th November. Thank you for your on-going patience and support with these vital developments.