New Coningsby Surgery

26/08/2026

Summer Bank Holiday – Monday 31 August 🌞

With the Summer Bank Holiday approaching, we wanted to remind our patients that our practices will be closed on Monday 31 August.

If you need help with a minor illness or condition, local pharmacies will be offering the NHS Pharmacy First service, where you can receive advice and treatment for a range of common conditions without needing to see a GP.

A number of pharmacies across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire will also be open on the Bank Holiday:

📍 LINCOLNSHIRE

• Rowlands Pharmacy, Hawthorn Road, Skegness – 14:00–16:00
• Boots Pharmacy, 11 High Street, Sutton-on-Sea – 10:00–12:00
• Knight Street Pharmacy, Pinchbeck – 14:00–16:00
• Boots Pharmacy, Carlton Centre, Lincoln – 14:00–16:00
• Tritton Pharmacy, Tritton Road, Lincoln – 10:00–12:00
• Newmarket Pharmacy, Louth – 10:00–12:00
• Lincoln Co-op Chemists, Vanessa Drive, Gainsborough – 14:00–16:00
• Boots Pharmacy, High Street, Grantham – 10:00–12:00
• Boston Pharmacy, South Square, Boston – 14:00–16:00
• Superdrug, High Street, Stamford – 10:00–12:00
• Tesco Pharmacy, Northgate, Sleaford – 14:00–16:00

📍 LEICESTERSHIRE & RUTLAND

• Countesthorpe Chemist, Countesthorpe – 10:00–12:00
• HMS Pharmacy, Loughborough – 10:00–12:00
• Mistry Pharmacy, Market Harborough – 10:00–12:00
• Bosworth Pharmacy, Market Bosworth – 14:00–16:00
• Vision Pharmacy, Leicester – 14:00–16:00
• Blackbird Pharmacy, Leicester – 14:00–16:00
• Allied Pharmacy, Melton Mowbray – 10:00–12:00
• Boots Pharmacy, Ashby-de-la-Zouch – 14:00–16:00
• Boots Pharmacy, Oadby – 14:00–16:00
• Rutland Late Night Pharmacy, Oakham – 10:00–12:00

📍 NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

• Boots Pharmacy, Victoria Centre, Nottingham – 10:00–12:00
• Evans Pharmacy, Newark – 14:00–16:00
• Trust Pharmacy, QMC, Nottingham – 10:00–12:00
• Forest Pharmacy, Arnold – 14:00–16:00
• Boots, Idlewells Shopping Centre, Sutton-in-Ashfield – 10:00–12:00
• Orchard Pharmacy, Mansfield – 14:00–16:00
• Worksop Pharmacy, Prospect Precinct – 10:00–12:00
• Tesco Pharmacy, Mansfield – 10:00–16:00
• Retford Pharmacy, Riverside Health Centre – 10:00–12:00
• Dragon Retail, Farnsfield – 14:00–16:00
• Boots, Giltbrook Retail Park – 09:00–18:00
• Boots Pharmacy, Arnold – 10:00–15:00
• J K Pharmaceuticals, Mansfield Road, Nottingham – 10:00–16:00
• Asda Pharmacy, Arnold – 10:00–16:00

Please check the pharmacy's opening hours before travelling, as Bank Holiday opening times can change.

💊 Pharmacy First
Pharmacists can provide advice and treatment for a number of common conditions through the NHS Pharmacy First service.

☎️ NHS 111
If you need urgent medical advice when our practices are closed, please contact NHS 111 online or by telephone. They can advise you on the most appropriate service for your needs.

🚑 A&E / Urgent Treatment Centre
For urgent medical attention, you can attend your nearest A&E or Urgent Treatment Centre. Please only attend A&E for serious or life-threatening emergencies.

If you have a life-threatening emergency, call 999.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Bank Holiday. 💚

24/07/2026

💊 **We're Hiring – Full-Time Dispensary Assistant** 💊

📍 **New Coningsby Surgery, Lincolnshire**
🕒 **37.5 hours per week**
💷 **National Minimum Wage / National Living Wage**

Looking for a rewarding career in healthcare?

We're looking for a friendly, organised and enthusiastic **Dispensary Assistant** to join our team at **New Coningsby Surgery**.

No previous dispensary qualification? No problem! We'll support the successful candidate to complete the **Level 2 Support Staff Course for Dispensing Assistants**, helping you build the knowledge and skills needed for a career in primary care.

**What we offer:**
✅ Full training and ongoing support
✅ NHS Pension Scheme
✅ 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
✅ Free parking
✅ Employee Assistance Programme
✅ Career development opportunities within The Welby Group

If you enjoy working as part of a team, have great attention to detail and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference to patients every day, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 **Apply now:** [https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=98fb415e-e3fc-47ee-8d61-f6814af38e04](https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=98fb415e-e3fc-47ee-8d61-f6814af38e04&utm_source=chatgpt.com)

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02/07/2026

💊 **Start Your Career in Healthcare!** 💊

We're looking for a **Full-Time Dispenser Apprentice** to join our friendly team at **New Coningsby Surgery**.

No previous experience is needed – we'll provide full training through a funded apprenticeship, giving you the opportunity to earn while you learn and gain a recognised qualification.

✨ **What we offer:**
✅ Fully funded apprenticeship
✅ NHS Pension
✅ 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
✅ Free parking
✅ Employee Assistance Programme
✅ Career progression opportunities

If you're enthusiastic, organised, enjoy helping people, and want to build a career in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you!

📍 **37.5 hours per week**
💷 **Apprenticeship Wage**

🔗 **Apply here:** https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=6ec9700d-4f7a-4df5-b75d-6f610fed5f8d

30/06/2026

📢 We're Hiring – Part-Time Receptionist

Do you enjoy helping people and providing excellent customer service? Join our friendly team at New Coningsby Surgery and become the welcoming face of our practice.

🕒 17.5 hours per week:
*Monday: 8:00–13:00
*Thursday 12:30-18:30
*Friday 8:00-14:30

We're looking for someone with:
✅ Excellent customer service skills
✅ Strong communication and IT skills
✅ A friendly, professional approach
✅ Flexibility to cover holidays and sickness when needed

Enjoy great benefits including:
✔ NHS Pension Scheme
✔ Generous annual leave
✔ Free parking
✔ Staff events and recognition awards
✔ Supportive team environment
✔ Opportunities for development

Apply now: https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=aad7ca72-75e2-4091-b390-9e4fdec55b9e

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26/06/2026

🐴 **Support for Veterans in Lincolnshire – STABLE MINDS** 💚

Willow Farm Equine Assisted Therapy CIC is offering free Equine Assisted Interaction/Therapy mornings for veterans.

A safe, relaxed and non-judgemental space to:
✨ Spend time with horses
✨ Support your wellbeing and mental health
✨ Take time for reflection and relaxation
✨ Meet others and build connections

No previous horse experience is needed — just a willingness to spend time around these amazing animals.

📍 Willow Farm, Brant Road, Fulbeck, Lincolnshire
🗓️ Saturday mornings (October 2026 – March 2027)
⏰ 9.30am – 11.30am
💚 FREE to attend

A 6-session commitment is requested, with support from people who understand and listen.

To find out more or book your place:
📞 Sally Heron – 07771 882822

Please share with anyone who may benefit from this support. 💚🐴

24/06/2026

💚 **Looking for support, connection or ways to improve your wellbeing?**

CVS Lincolnshire Social Prescribing Link Workers can help connect you with local activities, groups and services that support your health and wellbeing.

Whether you’re interested in arts and crafts, peer support, volunteering, outdoor activities, practical advice or simply meeting new people — they can help you find the right support at the right time.

You can self-refer or be referred by your GP or another professional.

📅 Keep an eye on their events and activities happening across Lincolnshire!

Find out more: cvslincolnshire.org.uk/social-prescribing
📧 [email protected]
📞 01522 551683

Very Exciting News! 🤩🎉

Lincolnshire Community and Voluntary Service (LCVS) and Voluntary Centre Services (VCS) are coming together to form a single, stronger infrastructure body; to be rebranded as CVS Lincolnshire💙

This move is designed to improve services, reduce duplication, and deliver greater value for local communities, partners and funders.🤝⚙💡💰

Having worked in close partnership for the last couple of years as Lincolnshire Community and Voluntary Partnership (LCVP), on Wednesday 1st April 2026 we will formally bring LCVS and VCS together as CVS Lincolnshire, combining their experience, networks, and expertise to create a more resilient organisation focused on:
🔸Championing volunteering
🔹Supporting people in to volunteering
🔸Supporting charities and voluntary groups with good governance, policies and funding support
🔹Training, forums and networks which strengthen the sector
🔸Supporting social enterprises
🔹Supporting the Lincolnshire community transport consortium
🔸Providing social prescribing to support people with their health and wellbeing in their communities
🔹Supporting health and well being outcomes in communities
🔸Delivering projects which are identified with and for the communities of Lincolnshire

You can find the full article on the current LCVP website here ➡ https://lincscvp.org.uk/announcing-cvs-lincolnshire/

Thank you to everyone who have supported both LCVS and VCS over the years, we excited for this next chapter and the continuation of work with local community's, charities, group and individuals. 🙌

Voluntary Centre Services 🧡
Lincolnshire Community and Voluntary Service (LCVS) 🩵

22/06/2026

🌍 Travelling abroad soon? Protect yourself from mosquito-borne infections

If you’re planning a trip overseas, it’s important to be aware of the risks of mosquito-borne diseases such as chikungunya, dengue, Japanese encephalitis, malaria, West Nile virus, yellow fever and Zika.

We’re sharing a helpful resource developed by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC), designed for both the public and healthcare professionals who support travellers.

🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/7QD9_-Ok_Qw?si=pdmgavtbBgzr_c57

This video provides practical advice on how to reduce your risk while travelling, including simple prevention measures that can make a real difference.

For more detailed travel health information, visit https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/

Stay informed, stay protected, and enjoy your travels safely ✈️🦟

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16/06/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT PATIENT NOTICE ⚠️

Please be aware that Louth Urgent Treatment Centre at County Hospital, Louth will be closed from 8:00pm – 8:00am on Wednesday 1 July and Thursday 2 July due to essential maintenance.

During these times, if you need urgent treatment, please use alternative services:

📞 Call NHS 111 or visit NHS 111 online for advice and guidance on accessing the right care.

🏥 The nearest alternative services are:
➡️ Skegness Urgent Treatment Centre
➡️ Lincoln County Hospital Accident & Emergency Department

Thank you for your patience and understanding while this essential work takes place.

15/06/2026

"The NHS is ready to deliver this vital vaccination programme with appointments available at a number of community pharmacies from the end of July ahead of students starting university.
Those eligible will be contacted directly through the NHS App, by text and email and for those under 25 starting university for the first time they will be able to book their appointment directly with available pharmacies.

Meningitis can be life-threatening and we urge everyone eligible to book appointments for their MenB vaccines soon as bookings open in mid-July and to get both doses to ensure maximum protection".

https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/12/who-is-eligible-for-the-new-one-off-menb-vaccine-programme/

09/06/2026

📢 We're Hiring – Full-Time Dispensary Coordinator

New Coningsby Surgery is looking for a qualified Dispenser to join our friendly and supportive team.

🕒 37.5 hours per week
💷 £12.91 per hour
📍 New Coningsby Surgery

In addition to dispensing duties, the role will support the day-to-day coordination of the dispensary, including staff rotas, reporting and operational support.

We are looking for someone who:
✔ Holds an NVQ Level 2 Dispensary Qualification
✔ Has excellent attention to detail
✔ Enjoys working as part of a team
✔ Has good customer service and IT skills
✔ Has a driving licence and access to transport

Benefits include:
• NHS Pension Scheme
• 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Sick pay scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking
• Staff social events and recognition awards
• Opportunities for development and growth

To apply, click the link below or contact [email protected] for more information.

https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=1d91ccf7-14bb-4004-b889-1d60d75263b0

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