Assistant Practice Manager

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local GP surgery is seeking a dedicated Assistant Practice Manager to ensure smooth operations and the highest care standards. This role supports the Practice Manager, involving staff management, overseeing patient services, and contributing to compliance with healthcare standards. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in healthcare management, strong administrative and communication skills, and familiarity with GP practice procedures. The position offers £16-19 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in GP surgery management.
• Proficient in administrative and communication tasks.
• Ability to maintain discretion with patient information.

Responsibilities

• Support management of clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Oversee patient services and administrative systems.
• Contribute to compliance with CQC standards.

Skills

Healthcare management experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong administrative skills

Proficient in ICT

Team player

Education

GCSE Grades C or above in English and Maths

Healthcare management qualifications

Tools

EMISWeb

SystmOne

Job description

Assistant Practice Manager Claremont Clinic

Caring for our local community since 1951

We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Practice Manager to join our friendly and forward‑thinking GP surgery.

Are you an organised, motivated, and experienced in healthcare management, and already working in this role? Previous experience in a healthcare or GP practice setting. Minimum experience of two years is essential.

Join Claremont Clinic and be part of our commitment to exceptional healthcare delivery.

As our Assistant Practice Manager, you'll support the Practice Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the surgery, ensuring smooth operations and the highest standard of care for our patients. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines administrative efficiency with people management and patient service.

Main duties of the job

Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday 10am-6pm inclusive of 30 mins unpaid lunchbreak

Flexibility: Some flexibility is required to accommodate additional or alternative hours to cover colleagues during annual/sickness leave.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the management of clinical and non‑clinical staff
• Oversee administrative systems, procedures, and patient services
• Assist with rotas, recruitment, training, and HR processes
• Write and update practice policies and procedures
• Liaise with patients, staff, and external healthcare professionals
• Contribute to compliance with CQC standards and practice policies
• Strong administrative and IT skills, proficiency in use of EMIS, AgilioTeamNet, NHS ICT systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• A proactive, flexible, and supportive team player

About us

About Us:

Claremont Clinic has been providing care to our community in Forest Gate and the surrounding area since 1951. We have over 12300 registered patients and our premises have recently been fully refurbished. We are well rated by our patients achieving 4.4 stars in our Google Reviews.

We are located on the Romford Road with good transport links. Woodgrange Park and Wanstead Park Suffragette Line (Overground) and Forest Gate and Manor Park (Elizabeth Line) stations are all within walking distance and there are bus stops just outside.

We value individuals who are organised, adaptable, and personable - committed to delivering excellent customer service.

Key attributes we are looking for include:

• Previous experience in medical/primary healthcare roles.
• Excellent communication skills with a clear and polite telephone manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with patients.
• Experience in handling sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.
• Strong teamwork and independent problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficient in ICT and general administration tasks.

Job responsibilities

About the Role:

As our Assistant Practice Manager, you'll support the Practice Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the surgery, ensuring smooth operations and the highest standard of care for our patients. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines administrative efficiency with people management and patient service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the management of clinical and non‑clinical staff
• Oversee administrative systems, procedures, and patient services
• Assist with rotas, recruitment, training, and HR processes
• Write and update practice policies and procedures
• Liaise with patients, staff, and external healthcare professionals
• Contribute to compliance with CQC standards and practice policies
• Strong administrative and ICT skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• A proactive, flexible, and supportive team player

Salary: £16-17 per hour, dependent on experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday 10am-6pm inclusive of 30 mins unpaid lunchbreak

Flexibility: Some flexibility is required to accommodate additional or alternative hours to cover colleagues during annual/sickness leave.

Person Specification

Experience

• GP Surgery Management Experience (minimum 2 years)
• GP Surgery Administrative Experience
• Proficient in ICT
• Proficient in use of EMISWeb or SystmOne
• Experience in supervising and appraising staff
• Human resource management
• Knowledge of NHS management and primary care structure
• Experience in writing and reviewing healthcare policies in primary care

Qualifications

• GCSE Grades C or above in English and Maths
• Ability to speak and communicate clearly and proficiently in English.
• Qualifications relating to (healthcare) management

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.

Depending on experience £17.50 to £19.00 per hour