Assistant Practice Manager

Stonehill Medical Centre; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare practice in Bolton is seeking an Assistant Practice Manager to lead administrative services and support high-quality patient care. The role involves overseeing operations, managing staff training, and ensuring compliance with NHS standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and organizational skills, as well as experience in healthcare management. A diploma level education or equivalent relevant experience is required. This position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Friendly team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior management or operational management role.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care.
• Ability to lead change and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the administrative team to ensure operational excellence.
• Oversee recruitment and training of staff.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and NHS regulations.

Skills

Strong leadership

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Knowledge of NHS structures

Experience in staff training

Experience in financial management

Experience overseeing daily operations

Experience in healthcare environments

Education

GCSE Grade AC or equivalent in Maths and English

Educated to diploma level or equivalent relevant management experience

Management or leadership qualification (ILM, CMI or equivalent)

Job description

Due to the retirement of the current post-holder, Stonehill Medical Centre is seeking a motivated and organised Assistant Practice Manager to join our friendly and forward-thinking team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a varied, fast-paced environment and is ready to take the next step in their management career within Primary Care.

Main duties of the job

Working closely with the Practice Manager and Senior Leadership Team, the Assistant Practice Manager will play a key role in leading administrative services, ensuring operational excellence, delivering high-quality patient care and supporting compliance across the Practice.

About us

Stonehill Medical Centre have developed a fantastic team of 52 staff. Our friendly team will welcome and embrace new team members in our well organised and relaxed environment. We have a strong team ethos and emphasis on wellbeing and, with over 50% of our staff having more than 10 years service, we think this speaks for itself.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, manage, motivate and support the administrative, secretarial and reception team and liaise with HR specialists as required

Oversee recruitment, supervision, training and performance management

Provide visible leadership and effective support to staff, resolving issues promptly

Arrange, chair and minute meetings as required

Promote a positive, collaborative working culture

Operational Oversight

Manage day to day operations to ensure efficient, high quality patient services

Oversee appointment and access systems

Support the management of clinical systems (TPP) and telephony system

Ensure smooth running of facilities, maintenance, security, health & safety and infection control

Deputise for the Practice Manager in their absence

Lead and manage patient complaints in line with NHS complaints procedure, significant events and incidents, patient feedback and patient reference group.

Lead Practice communications, including website, newsletters, social media, and the Practice leaflet.

Regulation, Compliance & Quality

Ensure compliance with CQC standards, NHS regulations, Practice policies and data protection requirements

Implement and review Practice policies and procedures

Drive quality improvement initiatives, audits and service development

Liaise with CQC, the PCN, ICs and NHS England as required

Finance & Resources

Process payments, raise invoices, support budget management and financial performance monitoring

Manage procurement of supplies and equipment, stock control and cost effective resource management

Communication and Collaboration

Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Support effective communication across the Practice, including patient engagement

Review

This job description may be reviewed and updated to reflect the needs of the Practice.

Skills, Knowledge and Attributes

• Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and remain calm under pressure
• Understanding of governance, confidentiality and data protection
• Ability to lead change, improve processes and drive service development
• Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care and service quality
• Knowledge of NHS structures, primary care contracts and CQC standards
• Experience in staff training, development and performance management
• Experience supporting organisational change or service redesign
• Proven experience in a senior management or operational management role
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and develop teams
• Experience overseeing daily operations within a complex setting
• Experience in financial management and budgeting
• Confident using digital systems and data to support service delivery
• Experience working within governance, regulatory or compliance frameworks
• Experience in healthcare, NHS or public-sector environments
• Experience within general practice or primary care
• Familiarity with patient access/triage systems (e.g., Total Triage)
• Experience with performance reporting, audits or quality improvement
• Experience engaging with external partners and healthcare organisations

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade AC or equivalent in Maths and English
• Educated to diploma level or equivalent relevant management experience
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Management or leadership qualification (ILM, CMI or equivalent)
• Training or qualifications in healthcare management, HR or finance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Natalie Kakoullis - Stonehill Medical Centre