The Village Surgery

11/12/2025

Local hospitals are reporting a rise in flu cases. Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting your flu vaccine before Christmas. Stay healthy and enjoy the festive season at home — not in hospital!

Contact the surgery to book your free winter flu vaccine today:
📞 01670 712821

❄️ Flu cases are on the rise – make sure your festive season is un-flu-gettable! 🤧🎄

Getting your flu vaccine is one of the best ways to stay healthy and protect the people you love this winter. 💉❤️

It’s quick, it’s safe, and it helps keep us safe.

Speak to your GP, local pharmacy, or book online https://ow.ly/MW6K50XGUp2 💪

06/11/2025

🩺 COVID-19 & Flu Walk-In Clinic

Protect yourself and your loved ones this season — no appointment needed!

📅 When: Monday & Thursday, 09:00 – 17:00 throughout November
🚪 Where: The Village Surgery, Dudley Lane, NE23 6US

✅ Eligibility
COVID-19 Vaccine:
👉Aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 31 January 2026)
👉Aged 6 months to 74 years with a weakened immune system due to a health condition or treatment

Flu Vaccine:
👉Aged 65 or over (including those who will be 65 by 31 March 2026)
👉Have certain long-term health conditions
👉Are pregnant
👉Are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer’s allowance
👉Live with someone who has a weakened immune system

💬 No appointment required — just walk in!
👥 Anyone eligible can attend — no need to be a registered patient.

Stay protected and help keep our community healthy. 💙

20/10/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring – Apprentice Medical Receptionist (Full Time) 🌟

The Village Surgery is a forward-thinking, training practice with over 11,600 patients.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Medical Receptionist to join our busy and friendly healthcare team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in healthcare administration while gaining valuable hands-on experience and a recognised qualification.

✅ 37.5 hours per week (18 month apprenticeship, with view to permanent job)
✅ Patient-facing, varied role in a supportive team
✅ Excellent communication, IT, and admin skills required
✅ Train while you earn (Business Administrator level 3 apprenticeship qualification)

If you’re passionate about delivering excellent patient care and want to be part of a dedicated, professional team – we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Apply now via NHS Jobs or GOV.UK:
🔗 https://beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A2163-25-0003
🔗 https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC1000056275

Please share this post to help us reach the right candidate! 💙

07/10/2025

🩺 COVID-19 & Flu Walk-In Clinic – Open Now! 💉

Protect yourself and your loved ones this season — no appointment needed!

📅 When: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00 throughout October
🚪 Where: The Village Surgery, Dudley Lane, NE23 6US
⚠️ Please note: Closed Wednesday 15th October, 12:00 – 17:00

✅ Eligibility

COVID-19 Vaccine:
👉Aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 31 January 2026)
👉Aged 6 months to 74 years with a weakened immune system due to a health condition or treatment

Flu Vaccine:
👉Aged 65 or over (including those who will be 65 by 31 March 2026)
👉Have certain long-term health conditions
👉Are pregnant
👉Are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer’s allowance
👉Live with someone who has a weakened immune system

💬 No appointment required — just walk in!
👥 Anyone eligible can attend — no need to be a registered patient.

Stay protected and help keep our community healthy. 💙

07/10/2025

29/09/2025

✅ Book your Covid-19 & Flu vaccination appointment

You can now book your Covid-19 & Flu vaccination through the national booking system. You do not need to be a registered patient to do so.

Who can get the vaccine now:

👉 People aged 75 and over
👉 Anyone aged 6 months and over who is immunosuppressed

📅 How to book:

Online: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-covid-19-vaccination/
By phone: 01670 712821

🚶‍➡️ Walk-in appointments will be available

18/09/2025

From this month, the NHS is expanding the shingles vaccination programme.

Adults aged 18+ who have a very weak immune system are now eligible for the shingles vaccine.

You don’t need to wait for an invitation — you can book at your GP practice.

Read more: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/shingles-vaccine/

16/09/2025

📢 Notice to Patients 📢

The Village Surgery will be closed for staff training from 1pm on Wednesday 17th September.

This essential training helps us continue providing you with the best possible care. 💙

➡️ If you need urgent medical assistance during this time, please contact NHS 111.
➡️ In an emergency, always dial 999.

We will reopen at 5pm for The Cramlington HUB.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

— The Village Surgery Team

15/09/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring – Medical Receptionist (30 hours per week) 🌟

The Village Surgery is a forward-thinking, training practice with over 11,600 patients. We’re looking for a friendly, well-organised Medical Receptionist to join our team.

✅ 30 hours per week (permanent contract)
✅ Patient-facing, varied role in a supportive team
✅ Excellent communication, IT, and admin skills required
✅ Experience in General Practice & SystmOne desirable (but not essential)

If you’re passionate about delivering excellent patient care and want to be part of a dedicated, professional team – we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Apply now via NHS Jobs:
🔗 https://beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A2163-25-0002

Please share this post to help us reach the right candidate! 💙

05/09/2025

⚠️ A very important message for those who may be experiencing domestic abuse and have a hidden device.

Below are instructions about how to disable the alert - which is scheduled for 3pm on Sunday.

Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm

The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every compatible phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if the device is discovered.

You can opt out in your phone’s settings to protect your safety:

- iPhone: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts
- Android: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts (and other threat categories if listed)

https://www.gov.uk/alerts

04/09/2025

💉 It’s flu jab time!

If you’re eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine (including those aged 65+, pregnant women, people with certain long-term health conditions, and carers), you can now book your appointment with us.

✅ Protect yourself
✅ Protect your loved ones
✅ Protect our community

📅 Appointments available now – call the surgery on 01670 712821

Don’t wait – get your flu jab and stay winter-ready!

02/09/2025

🌟 Get your Covid vaccine at The Village Surgery! 🌟

We’re hosting the National Covid Vaccination Campaign – open to all eligible patients, whether registered with us or not.

✅ Who can book?
👵 Aged 75+ (including anyone turning 75 by 31 Jan 2026)
🛡️ Anyone 6 months+ who is immunosuppressed

📅 Book your appointment now:
👉 Online: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/covid-19-services/covid-19-vaccination-services/book-covid-19-vaccination/
📞 Or call us on 01670 712821

Protect yourself and your loved ones – book today! 💙

Book, change or cancel a COVID-19 vaccination appointment online.