PCN Strategy & Operations Lead

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd is seeking an experienced Strategic Leader to guide Cheltenham Central PCN in developing and delivering its strategic objectives and business plans, and to identify opportunities to improve patient services and health outcomes.

The role oversees PCN-funded services, governance, finance, workforce, and stakeholder engagement to drive population health and service improvements across the network.

Responsibilities

• Support the Clinical Directors and member practices in developing and delivering the PCN's strategic objectives and business plans.
• Identify opportunities to improve patient services, operational performance, and health outcomes.
• Ensure the PCN successfully delivers national and local priorities, including Network Contract DES requirements.
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the network through innovation and partnership working.
• Oversee the delivery of PCN-funded services, programmes, and initiatives, including Enhanced Access and ARRS roles.
• Coordinate network projects and ensure effective systems, processes, and governance arrangements are in place.
• Foster strong communication and collaboration between member practices and partner organisations.
• Monitor performance and support continuous improvement across all PCN operations.
• Lead the planning and management of PCN finances, including budget setting, monitoring, and financial reporting.
• Ensure effective management of all funding streams, including DES and ARRS allocations.
• Work closely with finance professionals and external advisers to maintain accurate records and compliance requirements.
• Provide financial insight and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Assist the Clinical Directors in providing financial understanding, accountability and transparency to all PCN Board members of the PCN accounts, to support informed decision making.
• Coordinate recruitment, induction, and ongoing management of PCN-employed staff.
• Support workforce planning to ensure services are appropriately resourced both now and in the future.
• Encourage professional development and training opportunities across the workforce.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive working culture.
• Ensure compliance with NHS England, Integrated Care Board (ICB), and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain PCN policies, procedures, risk registers, and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate audits, reporting processes, and performance submissions as required.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the PCN Board and leadership team.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with GP practices, the ICB, community services, Secondary Care providers, local authorities, and voluntary sector partners.
• Represent Cheltenham Central PCN at meetings, forums, and partnership events.
• Support collaborative working initiatives that improve patient care and population health outcomes.
• Organise and coordinate PCN meetings, including the preparation of agendas, minutes, and action logs.

Job description

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd is seeking an experienced Strategic Leader to guide Cheltenham Central PCN in developing and delivering its strategic objectives and business plans, and to identify opportunities to improve patient services and health outcomes.

The role oversees PCN-funded services, governance, finance, workforce, and stakeholder engagement to drive population health and service improvements across the network.