Deputy Practice Manager (progression to Practice Manager)

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive GP practice in London seeks a dynamic Deputy Practice Manager. This role supports the operational management of the practice and offers a clear pathway to become the Practice Manager. Candidates should have excellent organizational skills, experience in healthcare management, and a proactive, patient-focused approach. This is a full-time permanent role, ideal for an ambitious individual ready for growth.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Previous experience in general practice or healthcare management is preferred.
• Sound understanding of primary care policies, standards and compliance requirements is preferred.
• Proficiency with IT systems; experience with EMIS or similar clinical systems is desirable.
• Proactive, flexible and resilient with a patient-focused approach.
• Eager to develop and progress into a Practice Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Practice Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the practice.
• Support financial processes, including payroll, invoicing and budget monitoring.
• Assist with HR processes.
• Assume responsibility for facilities management.
• Help maintain compliance with CQC, NHS and other statutory and contractual obligations.
• Contribute to service improvement, patient engagement and practice development projects.
• Assist with policies, audits and preparation for inspections.
• Deputise for the Practice Manager in their absence, transitioning into the Practice Manager role.

Skills

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

IT proficiency

Tools

EMIS

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated Deputy Practice Manager to join our friendly and progressive GP practice. This role offers a clear development pathway to become the Practice Manager, making it ideal for an ambitious individual looking to take the next step in their career.

Working closely with the current Practice Manager and partners, you will support the smooth and efficient running of the practice, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient services and the effective management of our administrative and support teams.

Main duties of the job

• Support the Practice Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the practice.
• Support financial processes, including payroll, invoicing and budget monitoring.
• Assist with HR processes.
• Assume responsibility for facilities management
• Help maintain compliance with CQC, NHS and other statutory and contractual obligations.
• Contribute to service improvement, patient engagement and practice development projects.
• Assist with policies, audits and preparation for inspections.
• Deputise for the Practice Manager in their absence, with a view to transitioning into the Practice Manager role.
  
  

About Us

Manor Brook Medical Practice is a well-established practice serving approximately 12,500 patients. We are committed to delivering high quality, patient centred care and fostering a positive and collaborative working culture for our staff. We enjoy a positive relationship and work closely with 3 other practices within our PCN. Our clinical team comprises GPs, a nursing team, clinical pharmacists, first contact physios, a mental health practitioner, social prescribers and care co-ordinators. We are also a training practice, supporting GP registrars, medical students and student nurses.

Details

Date posted

21 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A2091-25-0001

Job locations

117 Brook Lane

London

SE3 0EN

Job Description

Job responsibilities

• Support the Practice Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the practice.
• Support financial processes, including payroll, invoicing and budget monitoring.
• Assist with HR processes.
• Assume responsibility for facilities management
• Help maintain compliance with CQC, NHS and other statutory and contractual obligations.
• Contribute to service improvement, patient engagement and practice development projects.
• Assist with policies, audits and preparation for inspections.
• Deputise for the Practice Manager in their absence, with a view to transitioning into the Practice Manager role.
  
  

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Support the Practice Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the practice.
• Support financial processes, including payroll, invoicing and budget monitoring.
• Assist with HR processes.
• Assume responsibility for facilities management
• Help maintain compliance with CQC, NHS and other statutory and contractual obligations.
• Contribute to service improvement, patient engagement and practice development projects.
• Assist with policies, audits and preparation for inspections.
• Deputise for the Practice Manager in their absence, with a view to transitioning into the Practice Manager role.
  
  

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Previous experience in general practice or healthcare management is preferred.
• Sound understanding of primary care policies, standards and compliance requirements is preferred.
• Proficiency with IT systems; experience with EMIS or similar clinical systems is desirable.
• Proactive, flexible and resilient with a patient-focused approach.
• Eager to develop and progress into a Practice Manager role.
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Previous experience in general practice or healthcare management is preferred.
• Sound understanding of primary care policies, standards and compliance requirements is preferred.
• Proficiency with IT systems; experience with EMIS or similar clinical systems is desirable.
• Proactive, flexible and resilient with a patient-focused approach.
• Eager to develop and progress into a Practice Manager role.
  
  

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Manor Brook Medical Centre

Address

117 Brook Lane

London

SE3 0EN

Employer's website

https://www.manorbrookmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manor Brook Medical Centre

Address

117 Brook Lane

London

SE3 0EN

Employer's website

https://www.manorbrookmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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