Practice Manager

NHS; Brighton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to oversee two GP practices in Brighton, managing over 8,000 patients. The role involves ensuring compliance with NHS and CQC standards, leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance operational quality, and driving service improvement initiatives. Candidates should have proven leadership experience in healthcare management along with relevant qualifications. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in healthcare management.
• Experience managing multiple healthcare sites.
• Clinical information systems practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage two GP practices with over 8,000 patients.
• Ensure compliance with NHS and CQC standards.
• Drive operational efficiency and service quality.

Skills

Leadership in primary care

Change management

Finance management

Operational quality control

Knowledge of NHS and CQC regulations

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Summary

IC24 is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to lead two GP practices, with a combined patient list of over 8,000. This pivotal leadership role involves overseeing daily operations, delivering digital‑first access, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimising patient care, and driving strategic growth in line with the Next 10 yr Strategy.

Main Duties of the Job

What You’ll Do:

• Become the Registered CQC Manager, ensuring compliance with NHS and CQC standards.
• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team, promoting IC24’s values: Respect, Innovation, Care, Excellence.
• Drive operational efficiency, financial performance, and service quality.
• Champion digital transformation and continuous improvement.
• Build strong partnerships across PCNs, ICBs, and local Federations.
• Oversee health & safety, sustainability, and building compliance.
• Manage patient experience, audits, complaints, and workforce planning.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership in primary care or healthcare management.
• Knowledge of GMS, NHS contracts, and CQC regulations.
• Strong people, change, and finance management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple sites while maintaining operational quality and standards.
• A strategic, patient‑focused mindset with a passion for community care.
• Practical experience with clinical information systems.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification or level of experience.

Location

Ship Street Surgery – Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AE

Allied Medical Practice – Hertford Road, Brighton, BN1 7GF

Contact Information

Reference number: B0214‑25‑0071

Contract: Permanent – Full‑time

Salary: £45,000 a year

Recruiting for IC24 Primary Care Group, Integrated Care 24 Ltd