Practice Manager

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and forward-thinking Practice Manager to join Downsfield Medical Centre. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to take responsibility for the smooth and efficient running of the practice, supporting our dedicated team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving service improvement, ensuring regulatory compliance, and shaping the future direction of the practice.

Main duties of the job

As Practice Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the surgery, ensuring the smooth, efficient, and compliant operation of all practice functions.

• Leadership & People Management:Providing clear leadership to the practice team, fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.
• Operational Management:Ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of all practice services, including clinics, patient flow, and administrative systems.
• Financial Management:Overseeing budgets, payroll, and financial planning; managing income streams and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• HR & Workforce Development:Managing recruitment, appraisals, absence, training, and performance reviews to maintain a motivated and skilled workforce.
• Governance & Compliance:Maintaining compliance with CQC standards, Health & Safety, GDPR, safeguarding, infection control, and Information Governance requirements.
• Service Development:Driving continuous improvement in patient access, digital systems, and quality of care.
• PCN & External Relations:Building effective relationships with the PCN, ICB, NHS England, and local stakeholders, representing the practice professionally and proactively.
• Strategic Planning:Working with the GP Partners to identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and enhanced service delivery.

About us

Downsfield Medical Centre is a long-established, patient-focused GP practice providing high-quality care to our local community. We have a supportive, forward-thinking clinical and administrative team who work collaboratively to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate healthcare.

We are now looking for anexperienced and dynamic Practice Managerwho can lead with confidence, inspire the team, and drive operational excellence across all areas of the practice. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to play a pivotal role in shaping the continued success and growth of the practice.

Job descriptionJob responsibilities

Leadership and People Management

Provide effective leadership and direction to all members of the practice team.

Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable working culture.

Lead on recruitment, induction, training, and staff development.

Conduct regular appraisals, manage performance, and support staff wellbeing.

Oversee staff rotas, annual leave, and absence management.

Operational Management

Ensure the smooth and efficient running of all practice operations.

Oversee patient services, ensuring high standards of care and satisfaction.

Manage appointment systems, workflows, and clinic scheduling.

Monitor workloads and resources, ensuring adequate cover and efficiency.

Implement and review policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.

Financial and Business Management

Manage practice budgets, accounts, and financial performance.

Oversee income and expenditure, ensuring cost-effectiveness and sustainability.

Maximise income streams from QOF, enhanced services, and PCN participation.

Support financial planning, forecasting, and reporting to partners.

Work with accountants, commissioners, and finance teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Governance and Compliance

Maintain CQC registration and ensure ongoing compliance with standards.

Lead on health and safety, data protection, information governance, and safeguarding.

Prepare for and manage external audits and inspections.

Ensure all mandatory training and policies are up to date and adhered to.

Service Improvement and Strategy

Drive continuous quality improvement and operational efficiency.

Identify opportunities for service development, innovation, and digital transformation.

Support the partners in developing and delivering the practices business plan.

Monitor performance against objectives and implement corrective action where required.

Contribute to PCN and ICB meetings and represent the practice externally as required.

IT and Systems Management

Oversee effective use of clinical systems and ensure data accuracy.

Ensure robust data security and compliance with NHS information governance standards.

Support the implementation of new digital tools and technologies

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Practice Manager has the following wider responsibilities:

• Deputise for the Partners at internal and external meetings
• Act as the primary point of contact for NHSE, ICB, PCN, community services, suppliers and other external stakeholders
• Oversee the submission of reports for QOF, enhanced services and other reporting requirements
• Brief clinicians on performance levels, advising actions to ensure high achievement across all QOF areas
• Oversee the management of the Patient Participation Group
• Attend any external meetings pertinent to this role
• Support and participate in shared learning
• Support the management team in the compilation of practice reports and the practice development plan
• Manage the patient complaints process and ensure that staff are fully conversant with the complaints procedure
• Ensure staff implement the practice-wide approach to the management of all patient services matters
• Market the practice appropriately to ensure patient population is stable or increasing

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £35,076.00-£40,469.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Work Location: In person