Russell Street Group Practice

Operational manager

The closing date is 28 February 2026

Job summary

Coley Park Group Practice is a thriving GP Practice based near Reading Town Center. The Practice has two sites with a registered patient population of 9,000.

Currently we are seeking an experienced operational manager who will oversee the day to day running of the Practice. The Practice comprises of a friendly team of clinical staff and admin staff. You will be supported by the Practice Manager and 3 GP Partners.

The location of the Practice is commutable both by bus and is within walking distance from Reading Town Centre.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the role is to oversee the day-to-day administrative and operational aspects of the practice. To manage and coordinate all aspects of organisation and its functionality. To provide a high-quality service and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Effective communication and collaboration with healthcare providers and administrative staff are crucial. Motivating and managing staff and optimising efficiency of the administrative staff is an important aspect of this job. Additionally, you'll oversee the operational efficiency and improve patient experience with our services. Overall, the role is vital in maintaining the smooth operation of the practice and facilitating the delivery of high-quality patient care in a safe and effective working environment.

Part of the role would be CQC management and you would be responsible for service improvement and the delivery of clinical and administrative areas in the practice. Prior experience in GP practice finance management would be an advantage for this post.

About us

Coley Park St Group Practice has been established for many years and recently refurbished with 7 new state of the art GP consultation rooms, enjoys a healthy reputation with patients and the local Practices. Our working environment can be described as focused, dedicated and friendly. We have a number of staff who are very helpful and always willing to go the extra step.

We have a branch surgery located in Burghfield common, called Burghfield Health center, about 5 miles from Reading and we have about 3000 patients registered with this branch.

Details

Date posted

20 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A4865-26-0000

Job locations

Coley Park Surgery

80 Wensley Road

Reading

RG1 6DN


Burghfield Health Centre

Reading Road

Burghfield Common

Reading

RG7 3YJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of an Operational Manager will be to oversee the day to day functioning of the Practice. This will encompass managing reception staff, staff rota, finance management and managing patient complaints. Ensuring all health and safety protocols are in place. Overseeing staff holidays , recording sick leave and conducting return to work interviews. Part of the role will also include ensuring all tasks on EMIS-web are managed effectively. Other areas will also take into account managing QOF and service delivery. We are seeking a candidate who has previously worked in a GP surgery as an Operational Manager or similar capacity.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of an Operational Manager will be to oversee the day to day functioning of the Practice. This will encompass managing reception staff, staff rota, finance management and managing patient complaints. Ensuring all health and safety protocols are in place. Overseeing staff holidays , recording sick leave and conducting return to work interviews. Part of the role will also include ensuring all tasks on EMIS-web are managed effectively. Other areas will also take into account managing QOF and service delivery. We are seeking a candidate who has previously worked in a GP surgery as an Operational Manager or similar capacity.

Person Specification

IT Skills

Essential

  • Previous experience in delivering patient care.
  • Good IT skills

Desirable

  • CQC knowledge
  • Working in a clinical environment

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE, or equivalent is essential

Desirable

  • HR qualification is desirable
  • A-Levels

Experience

Essential

  • We would prefer for the candidate to have experience in primary care and specifically GP surgery as an operational Manager with knowledge of EMIS and AccuRx.
  • Staff Management
  • An HR background would be desirable.

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care at Management level.
  • Previous experience of managing a GP practice is very desirable,
  • Knowledge about PCN, ICB, QOF, IIF targets, Managing Practice finances would be desirable.

Experienced Operational manager

Essential

  • 1) Previous experience as an Operational manager in a GP surgery or similar set up, preferable.
  • 2)Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • 3) Good Leadership skills
  • 4) Be flexible with working hours.

Desirable

  • 1) Very good IT skills
  • 2) Previous Operational manager experience in GP surgery or health care setting would be an advantage.
  • 3) An Experience in managing GP practice finances would be highly desirable.
Person Specification

IT Skills

Essential

  • Previous experience in delivering patient care.
  • Good IT skills

Desirable

  • CQC knowledge
  • Working in a clinical environment

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE, or equivalent is essential

Desirable

  • HR qualification is desirable
  • A-Levels

Experience

Essential

  • We would prefer for the candidate to have experience in primary care and specifically GP surgery as an operational Manager with knowledge of EMIS and AccuRx.
  • Staff Management
  • An HR background would be desirable.

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care at Management level.
  • Previous experience of managing a GP practice is very desirable,
  • Knowledge about PCN, ICB, QOF, IIF targets, Managing Practice finances would be desirable.

Experienced Operational manager

Essential

  • 1) Previous experience as an Operational manager in a GP surgery or similar set up, preferable.
  • 2)Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • 3) Good Leadership skills
  • 4) Be flexible with working hours.

Desirable

  • 1) Very good IT skills
  • 2) Previous Operational manager experience in GP surgery or health care setting would be an advantage.
  • 3) An Experience in managing GP practice finances would be highly desirable.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Russell Street Group Practice

Address

Coley Park Surgery

80 Wensley Road

Reading

RG1 6DN


Employer's website

https://www.russellstreetsurgery-drswami.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Russell Street Group Practice

Address

Coley Park Surgery

80 Wensley Road

Reading

RG1 6DN


Employer's website

https://www.russellstreetsurgery-drswami.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead GP

Dr M Radhakrishnan

marimuthu.radhakrishnan@nhs.net

07957699221

Details

Date posted

20 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A4865-26-0000

Job locations

Coley Park Surgery

80 Wensley Road

Reading

RG1 6DN


Burghfield Health Centre

Reading Road

Burghfield Common

Reading

RG7 3YJ


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