Practice Manager

NHS; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Northampton is seeking a GP Practice Manager to oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have experience in GP practice management, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of NHS regulations. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £50,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a GP practice or NHS management role.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with multitasking ability.
• Knowledge of NHS contracts and GP practice operations.
• Experience in financial management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Manage practice finances including budgets and payroll.
• Recruit and manage practice staff effectively.
• Maintain high patient care standards and handle feedback.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Financial management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Healthcare Management or Business Administration

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced GP Practice Manager to oversee the daily operations of our busy Favell Plus GP Surgery. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the practice, managing staff, overseeing finances, and ensuring high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Operational Management – Oversee the daily running of the practice, ensuring efficiency and compliance with NHS regulations and CQC standards.
• Financial Management – Manage practice finances, including budgets, payroll, and NHS claims, ensuring financial sustainability.
• HR & Staffing – Recruit, train, and manage practice staff, ensuring a supportive and efficient working environment.
• Patient Services – Maintain high standards of patient care and satisfaction, handling complaints and feedback professionally.
• Regulatory Compliance – Ensure compliance with NHS policies, CQC requirements, GDPR, and health and safety regulations.
• IT & Systems Management – Oversee practice IT systems, ensuring security and efficiency in patient records and appointment systems.
• Strategic Development – Identify opportunities for service improvement, innovation, and business development in line with NHS and local healthcare objectives.

About Us

The practice is situated within the Weston Favell Primary Care Centre in the Eastern District of Northampton. The centre offers a wide range of additional services such as physiotherapy, podiatry, leg ulcer clinic, midwifery, phlebotomy, and dental services. Our team is dedicated to providing high standards of continued healthcare needs and thrives to approach your care with professionalism, discretion and friendliness. You can count on a warm welcome from everyone involved here at the practice.

Job Details

• Date posted: 23 October 2025
• Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 a year
• Contract type: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: A5509-25-0001
• Location: Billing Brook Road, Weston Favell, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 8DW

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous experience in a GP practice, healthcare setting, or NHS management role.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to multitask and problem-solve.
• Knowledge of NHS contracts, CQC requirements, and GP practice operations.
• Experience in financial management, HR, and compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in practice management software (e.g., SystmOne) is desirable.

Desirable

• A degree or diploma in Healthcare Management, Business administration, or a related field.
• Experience working within Primary Care Networks (PCNs).
• Understanding of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and Enhanced Services.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Weston Favell Primary Care Centre - Favell Plus GP Surgery

Billing Brook Road, Weston Favell, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 8DW

Website: https://www.westonfavellsurgery.nhs.uk/