Framfield House Surgery

12/11/2025

Let’s talk Men’s mental health 💬

This November, in recognition of Men’s Health Awareness Month, we’re creating space for real conversations about mental wellbeing.

Mental health is one of the biggest challenges men face today - but you don’t have to face it alone. Join us for a free, friendly, and supportive session where we’ll talk openly about what really matters to us as men.

🧠 Explore what wellbeing means to you
💡 Learn simple ways to care for your mental health
🤝 Discover how we can support each other

📅 Save the date: 19th November, 6-7pm
📍 Location: Online
🔗 Join us here: wellbeingnands.co.uk/suffolk/event/mens-wellbeing-lets-talk-about-it/

This is a safe space to connect, share, and grow.

Everyone’s welcome — just bring yourself.

12/11/2025

Please note that we are closed from 1pm today for staff training.
We close for training once a month, for future dates please visit our website.
We will be open as normal from 8am tomorrow.
If you have an urgent medical issue please call 111, or if it is a medical emergency call 999.

11/11/2025

The launch of our brand new Cancer Support & Social Group is tomorrow!!! Everyone is welcome to join us for this event hosted by our very own Kimya Piper.
If you or someone you know has been affected by Cancer whether a patient, partner, friend or family member and you'd like to talk to others who are experiencing what you are going through join us tomorrow evening, Tuesday 11th November at the Golden Hind Nacton Road in Ipswich from 7pm.

Head to the link below to confirm your attendance!
https://www.facebook.com/events/3002541929917387

11/11/2025

Come along to this free health event today at Rendlesham Community Centre. Our Health and Wellbeing Coach and Mental Health Team will be available to talk to. Plus we will be offering blood pressure and pulse checks.

10/11/2025

Neighbours and residents of Rendlesham, Felixstowe and Woodbridge 📣

Never mind the weather forecast. Our Be Well Bus crew are ready to brighten your week.

From money and debt advice to guidance on improving your strength and balance. Hop aboard for a warm welcome, free mini health check and lots of information about local support than could boost your wellbeing.

• Tues 11 Nov, Rendlesham (with the Rural Coffee Caravan)
• Wed 12 Nov, Felixstowe
• Thurs 13 Nov, Woodbridge

Get links to the full details in the comments. Please do pass it on to friends, neighbours and loved ones who may not be online.

09/11/2025

On this Remembrance Day, we honour those who gave their lives and those who continue to serve with compassion and dedication — in the NHS and beyond.
We will remember them. 🕊️

05/11/2025

Are you ready to improve your overall health and wellbeing, but not sure where to start?
The free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz is here to help – and it only takes 5 minutes!
Answer questions about your lifestyle to receive an overall score as well as personalised guidance to help you live a healthier life.
Take the quiz now: https://www.nhs.uk/hcquiz

05/11/2025

Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team.

05/11/2025

📞 Keep Your Contact Details Up to Date!

It’s really important that we have the correct contact details for you. Your GP and other NHS services use this information to contact you about screenings, vaccinations, and appointments.

If we notice that your mobile number or email address is missing or looks incorrect, we’ll send you a message to let you know.

✅ You can update your details easily by logging into your NHS account or using the NHS App.

💬 If you’re unable to update them yourself, please get in touch with us and we’ll update your NHS record for you.

Keeping your details current helps us provide you with the best possible care. 💙

30/10/2025

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29/10/2025

FRAMFIELD HOUSE SURGERY, WOODBRIDGE
PRACTICE PATIENT & OPERATIONS MANAGER

Due to retirement we have a rare vacancy to recruit a Practice Patient and Operations Manager to join our expanding, friendly and supportive team to help lead our organisation on a full or part time basis.
Key responsibilities of the role will include:
• Management of daily operation of the surgery
• Adopt a strategic approach to the development, delivery and management of patient services
• Oversee and manage our appointments system
• Support the staff in the daily running of the surgery
• Work in collaboration with our Primary Care Network
• Monitor and help support the delivery of QOF
• Ensuring all patients have a positive experience
• Estate management
• Health & Safety lead
• Deal with practice complaints and learning events
• Liaise with external users of our building
• Assist business and finance manager in compliance with CQC, NHS contractual obligations
• Support HR partner with HR with further support if required by HR consultants
Person specification:
• Operational or practice management experience in primary care preferred but not essential
• Confident leader with excellent communication and organisation skills
• Familiarity with SystmOne desired but not essential
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Self motivated with a forward thinking, solution-focused approach
• The ability to develop, implement and embed policies, procedures and guidelines
• The ability to cope with working in an ever-evolving environment and able to cope with regular changes to ways of working
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to train staff
About the practice:
Framfield House Surgery are committed to providing a supportive working environment for all staff whereby we value professional development and care about the health and wellbeing of our staff.
The post offers:
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• NHS pension scheme
• Free parking
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
To apply please send completed cv or to arrange an informal visit or have a chat please contact Julie Giles, Business and Finance Manager
Julie.giles3@nhs.net or telephone 01394 615500