Practice Manager

NHS; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established GP practice in Abingdon is seeking a proactive Practice Manager to lead a dedicated team. This role involves operational leadership, financial management, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for improving patient experience and staff wellbeing, alongside proven leadership skills. Join a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions will shape the future of local healthcare. With competitive salary and opportunities for professional development, this is a rewarding opportunity for dynamic leaders.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and management experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational strategy and collaborate with Partners.
• Manage HR, recruitment, and team development.
• Ensure compliance with CQC and NHS regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Financial Management

HR Management

Problem-Solving

Job description

Job summary

We're seeking someone with:

• Proven leadership and management experience
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• Financial and HR management competence
• A problem-solving mindset and a hands-on approach
• A passion for improving patient experience and staff wellbeing

Are you an experienced, dynamic leader looking to make a real impact in primary care? Marcham Road Family Health Centre, a well-established and friendly GP practice in the heart of Abingdon-on-Thames, is seeking a proactive Practice Manager to lead our dedicated team and support our commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Main duties of the job

As Practice Manager, you and your management team will be responsible for:

1. Operational leadership and working closely with the Partners to develop and implement strategy.
2. Financial and business management.
3. HR, recruitment, and team development.
4. Ensuring compliance with CQC and NHS regulations.
5. Managing practice systems and IT.
6. Engaging with patients, the wider PCN, and local stakeholders.
7. Accountability to the GP Partnership Board.

About us

We are a forward-thinking and entrepreneurial GP practice serving a diverse community of approximately 14,400 patients. Our experienced clinical and administrative teams work collaboratively to provide excellent care in a supportive and progressive environment. With a strong ethos of teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, we are proud of our reputation in the local community.

• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Competitive salary (£50,000 - £55,000 depending on experience)
• NHS pension scheme
• Opportunities for professional development
• A rewarding role where you can shape the future of local healthcare

Date posted: 01 May 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 a year depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: A3617-25-0000

Job locations: Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1BT

Job responsibilities

• Operational leadership and strategy development in collaboration with Partners.
• Financial and business management.
• HR, recruitment, and team development.
• Compliance with CQC and NHS regulations.
• Managing practice systems and IT.
• Engaging with patients, the wider PCN, and local stakeholders.
• Accountability to the GP Partnership Board.

Person Specification

Essential qualifications and skills include:

• Proven leadership and management experience
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• Financial and HR management competence
• A problem-solving mindset and a hands-on approach
• A passion for improving patient experience and staff wellbeing

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to assess any criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name: Marcham Road Health Centre

Address: Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1BT

Employer's website: https://www.marchamroadhealthcentre.co.uk/