Job summary
Please note this vacancy is advertised on behalf of Outwood Park Medical Centre
Looking for your next big challenge? Join Outwood Park
Medical Centre, one of Wakefields most respected GP practices, caring for
14,000 patients and consistently ranked in the top 10% nationally for patient
satisfaction.
Were seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Practice
Manager to lead our outstanding team, drive innovation, and shape the
future of primary care. This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior
leadership role where your ideas, strategy, and people skills will make a
real difference.
Main duties of the job
Lead a high-performing,
supportive team, influence strategy, finance, and service development. Enjoy a collaborative partnership culture with low staff turnover. Be part of a practice rated Good by CQC in all areas
If you're an experienced leader with strong business acumen,
a passion for people, and the drive to deliver excellent care, wed love to
hear from you.
First interviews will be on 25 or 26 September.
**Apply now and help us take
Outwood Park Medical Centre into the future.**
Please send an email to a.chatterley1@nhs.net with an
introduction to you and why you are interested in the role and attach a
CV. Any problems or for an informal chat
please call Averil Chatterley on 07990855549.
About us
Outwood Park Medical Centre is a
forward-thinking, patient-centred GP practice committed to delivering
outstanding care to our 14,000 patients in the heart of Wakefield. We are
consistently in the top 10% of the national patient satisfaction survey.
Rated Good by the Care Quality
Commission in all areas, we are proud of our open, supportive culture and
strong leadership. Our staff
satisfaction is very high which is demonstrated by incredibly low staff
turnover.
We're looking for a Practice Manager who shares our values
of integrity, excellence, and community to help us shape the future of the
practice and influence healthcare delivery for thousands of patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As Practice Manager, you will be a strategic and operational leader at the heart of the practice. Working closely with the partnership team and supported by an experienced and superbly capable Assistant Practice Manager, you will drive financial sustainability, operational efficiency, workforce development, and the ongoing delivery of high-quality patient care. This role requires a hands-on leader with a strong grasp of NHS Primary Care structures, excellent people skills, and a proactive approach to innovation and improvement.
For a full Job Description please see the document attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As Practice Manager, you will be a strategic and operational leader at the heart of the practice. Working closely with the partnership team and supported by an experienced and superbly capable Assistant Practice Manager, you will drive financial sustainability, operational efficiency, workforce development, and the ongoing delivery of high-quality patient care. This role requires a hands-on leader with a strong grasp of NHS Primary Care structures, excellent people skills, and a proactive approach to innovation and improvement.
For a full Job Description please see the document attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Management or leadership qualification (e.g., ILM, CMI, MBA, PGCert in Management) or equivalent experience
- NHS Leadership Academy, PMA, or equivalent CPD
Desirable
- Finance or accountancy qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA) or evidence of financial literacy through experience
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in a business or practice management role
- Experience working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in or alongside Primary Care
- Managing budgets, financial planning, and reporting
- Strategic planning and implementing organisational change
- Leading and managing multidisciplinary teams
- Workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development
Desirable
- Overseeing compliance with statutory regulations (CQC, GDPR, H&S, etc.)
- Working with HR advisors or managing employment relations matters
- Experience managing projects or service improvement initiatives
- Experience working within a PCN or collaborative healthcare framework
Other
Essential
- A values-driven leader with a visible and inclusive leadership style
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Committed to continuous improvement and innovation
- Resilient, flexible, and able to respond to challenges positively
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Strong understanding of NHS frameworks (QOF, GMS, Enhanced Services, PCN DES)
- Proficient in budget management, financial reporting, and cost control
- Excellent leadership and team-building skills
- Familiar with CQC, GDPR, Health & Safety, and NHS contractual requirements
- Strong IT literacy including Microsoft Office, EMIS or equivalent clinical systems
Desirable
- Able to analyse complex data and present reports clearly
- Knowledge of Business Continuity Planning and risk management
- Experience of drafting and maintaining policies, procedures, and SOPs
- Skilled in handling complaints and significant events constructively
- Ability to lead service improvement projects
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Management or leadership qualification (e.g., ILM, CMI, MBA, PGCert in Management) or equivalent experience
- NHS Leadership Academy, PMA, or equivalent CPD
Desirable
- Finance or accountancy qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA) or evidence of financial literacy through experience
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in a business or practice management role
- Experience working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in or alongside Primary Care
- Managing budgets, financial planning, and reporting
- Strategic planning and implementing organisational change
- Leading and managing multidisciplinary teams
- Workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development
Desirable
- Overseeing compliance with statutory regulations (CQC, GDPR, H&S, etc.)
- Working with HR advisors or managing employment relations matters
- Experience managing projects or service improvement initiatives
- Experience working within a PCN or collaborative healthcare framework
Other
Essential
- A values-driven leader with a visible and inclusive leadership style
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Committed to continuous improvement and innovation
- Resilient, flexible, and able to respond to challenges positively
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake ongoing professional development
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Strong understanding of NHS frameworks (QOF, GMS, Enhanced Services, PCN DES)
- Proficient in budget management, financial reporting, and cost control
- Excellent leadership and team-building skills
- Familiar with CQC, GDPR, Health & Safety, and NHS contractual requirements
- Strong IT literacy including Microsoft Office, EMIS or equivalent clinical systems
Desirable
- Able to analyse complex data and present reports clearly
- Knowledge of Business Continuity Planning and risk management
- Experience of drafting and maintaining policies, procedures, and SOPs
- Skilled in handling complaints and significant events constructively
- Ability to lead service improvement projects
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.
