Comparison of Schemes
There are two schemes available to GPs who are returning to practice after absence. Please see the table below for more information. There is also the International Induction Programme which is available for GP's that have qualified outside of the UK, for more information on this scheme please visit the national website
Question |
Return to Practice |
Retention |
| Who it is aimed at | Out of GP for more than 2 years | Educational programme to bridge flexible working, less than 2 years out of practice |
| What type of practice | Training practice | Approved by Health Education England SW or Training practice |
| Salary level | A bursary of £3,500 full time equivalent, on a monthly pro rata basis is available. | Negotiated with practice. An annual bursary of up to £4,000 is available to assist with the cost of indemnity cover, professional expenses and CPD needs. |
| Salary reimbursed | Not applicable | Approximately 25% per session |
| MDU/MPS reimbursed? | No | Bursary available to assist with costs |
| Number of sessions per week | Minimum 4, maximum 9, to allow time to reflect on learning needs | 1-4 |
| Length of scheme | 3-6 months in practice whole time equivalent | Up to 5 years, renewed annually |
| How to apply for scheme |
Through the GP NRO website |
The Severn Post Graduate Medical Education School of Primary Care: gpretention.sw@hee.nhs.uk |
| End points | Various assessments throughout training | 5 years permitted on the scheme |
| Training grant payable? | Yes | No |
For more information regarding the schemes, please see the menu on the left. Alternatively if you have any questions please contact: gpretention.sw@hee.nhs.uk or GPinductionrefresher.sw@hee.nhs.uk