The Family Practice Western College

25/08/2026

Receptionist and Admin Assistant
The Family Practice, Cotham, Bristol
Hours per week: 37
Fixed term for 12 months with potential for permanent contract
Salary: £12.73ph

Would you like the opportunity to work with us in a beautiful building set in lovely gardens in Cotham, Bristol with a friendly team and on-site parking?

The Family Practice is a really friendly and busy GP surgery providing quality care for approximately 17100 patients.

We are ideally looking for an experienced receptionist/care navigator (but we are happy to train the right candidate) to join our brilliant and very happy team. We have some excellent cooks in the team and there is usually something fabulous to try. We also have lovely gardens to sit out in on a sunny day and on hot days ice-creams are mandatory.

The role will include patient facing services and support to the clinical team, and will require a flexible approach. You should be proficient in using Microsoft programmes and a working knowledge of EMIS Web would be an advantage.

We are looking for a colleague to work on a flexible shift system between 8.00 and 18.30. The role may include the occasional evening session until 20.00 (worked by a rota system) and occasional Saturday and you will be given plenty of notice of your shifts.

Fixed term contract: 37 hours per week for 12 months with potential for permanent contract, NHS pension, cycle to work scheme,

If you would like to know more about the role or arrange an informal visit, please contact Agnes on 0117 9466455 or email her at [email protected] . Please apply with a covering letter and CV.

Informal visits welcome.

Closing date: 13.9.2026 or sooner if we have a suitable candidate
Interviews: TBC
Enquiries to:
Agnes Gorczyca
[email protected]

13/08/2026

13/08/2026

Look at our wonderful Afternoon Tea we had today to raise some money for Breast Cancer
Everything was so delicious
All supplied by Tealicious Treats

04/08/2026

The 1st-7th of August is World Breastfeeding Week. Whilst breastfeeding is not right for everyone, it is a wonderful way to provide baby with the needed nutrients and antibodies. The Family Practice is a safe place to breast feed and even has a dedicated feeding area for those who want a bit more privacy - please ask reception if you're not sure where to find this. Start for life is an NHS/Government funded initiative which supports families across all aspects of childhood, and provides more information about breastfeeding support; on a smaller scale Bristol City Council provides a list of support groups within Bristol. Whilst there are many benefits to breastfeeding, it is not the only way to raise a strong baby and your midwife can talk through the best alternatives with you. For anyone suffering with the emotional or physical side of postnatal life or breastfeeding specifically, we recommend reaching out to us or your midwife/health visitor for more support - it is not uncommon to suffer during this time and help is out there.

06/07/2026

July 6th-12th is alcohol awareness week. If you are struggling with alcohol we encourage you to reach out via online consultation to speak to a GP. Horizons are an organisation in Bristol which specialise in drug and alcohol support, you can find out more about their services on their website as well as from leaflets kept in the waiting room. https://www.horizonsbristol.co.uk/
Alcohol awarness week is not just aimed at those struggling with addiction, and is a good way to get everyone to look at the amount they are drinking and the effects on the body; we have attached some informative photos that you may find insightful.

02/07/2026

Walk and talk is a free group aimed at getting people together to socialise and get some movement in. It is free and open to everyone, taking place 11am every Wednesday at WG Grace Wetherspoons. There is more information on the poster.

12/06/2026

The MMRV vaccine is now part of the immunisation schedule for children in England. We have attached some links for more information about the vaccine for anyone wanting more information, as well as the current immunisation schedule. If you unsure if your child is up-to-date with their vaccinations, feel free to submit an admin query on the online consultation form and we will check for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iU703Xp00XA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmCYM2WKOkg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tULW6tpsJ8
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/routine-childhood-immunisation-schedule

10/06/2026

June is national men's health awareness month, bringing attention to the physical and mental health struggles men face. As a surgery, we take men's health seriously and encourage patients to reach out to us if they need support or advice. Within Bristol, there are a range of groups that focus on getting men together to talk through their problems with other men; two of these are Walking and Talking - this group organises walks across the country - and Andy's mens club - regular meetings for men to get together. The surgery offer NHS health checks for over 40s we have attached more information in the photo comments - anyone eligible can submit an online consultation to request a questionnaire and we will book in if appropriate after.

02/06/2026

To round up National Walking Month we have put together the best staff submissions to our walking photo competition. We had joint winners for the most interesting thing found, which were the sheep tower and teddy bear picnic. Best photo went to the illuminated tree and our 2 runners up featured a beautiful rainbow and rickety bridge. We hope you had as much fun getting your steps in as we did.

22/05/2026

We hope you're all enjoying national walking month. We have some more suggestions from the team if you're looking for inspiration. The Plantation Walk - Ashton Hill - is a favourable mention from Laura (social prescriber) where you can see some gorgeous Californian Redwood trees. Dr Baker has put forward the Painswick to Slad Walk, a family friendly hike in the Cotswolds. Chloe (reception) has recommended the Basins in Wellington, mentioning the fairy tree - her childminder told her you can make a wish by touching the tree, walking around it 3 times and then holding it's nose when making a wish. Emma (lead nurse) has found a new app called ' Go Jauntly' which you can use to do the Bristol Ring walk; a walk split into 6 smaller sections forming a large ring around Bristol. Finally, Bristol has been hosting a Walkfest this month, definitely worth checking this out.