Job summary
This post will have a start date of January 2025.
We are looking for an Assistant Practice Manager to support the GP Partners & Practice Manager in effectively managing the wider practice team, patient services & overall smooth running of the surgery.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will lead on aspects of the day-to-day running of the surgery and deputise for the Practice Manager during periods of absence.
You will be supported by and work within a management team which includes a Business Manager, Practice Manager and Office Lead.
About us
The practice provides NHS services to 11,300 patients who live in Blaydon, Winlaton, Ryton and the surrounding areas. We work in a purpose-built 10-year-old building adjacent to the shopping centre. The practice team consists of GPs, Practice Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Pharmacists, Secretaries and receptionists as well as a team of attached staff from the PCN and secondary care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a link for outside agencies during the absence of the Practice Manager
To provide support to the Practice Manager to aid the smooth running of the Practice ensuring effectiveness and efficiency at all times.
To provide input in to the delivery and upkeep of CQC
To provide day-to-day supervision of the Reception function.
The Management of the administration within reception.
The upkeep and adherence and monitoring of the Practice Health and Safety Policy, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Please see the attached Job Description in Supporting Documents for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a link for outside agencies during the absence of the Practice Manager
To provide support to the Practice Manager to aid the smooth running of the Practice ensuring effectiveness and efficiency at all times.
To provide input in to the delivery and upkeep of CQC
To provide day-to-day supervision of the Reception function.
The Management of the administration within reception.
The upkeep and adherence and monitoring of the Practice Health and Safety Policy, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Please see the attached Job Description in Supporting Documents for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education
- GCSE Mathematics
- GCSE English
Desirable
- Qualification in Customer Service
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of working with others
- Experience of using own initiative
- Experience of customer service
- Practical experience of computerised recording systems
Desirable
- Experience of working within a General Practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education
- GCSE Mathematics
- GCSE English
Desirable
- Qualification in Customer Service
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience of working with others
- Experience of using own initiative
- Experience of customer service
- Practical experience of computerised recording systems
Desirable
- Experience of working within a General Practice
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
Address
Chainbridge Medical Partnership
Shibdon Road
Blaydon-on-tyne
Tyne And Wear
NE21 5AE
Employer's website
https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
