Practice Manager
Location: Stretford, Trafford, Greater Manchester, England
Salary: £45,000- £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
About Us:
Delamere Medical Practice is a well-established, patient-focused GP practice serving a diverse community in the town of Stretford in Trafford, Greater Manchester. We pride ourselves as CQC rated Outstanding Practice, delivering high-quality care and fostering a supportive team environment. We are now seeking an experienced and dynamic Practice Manager to lead our operations and help us continue to thrive and lead.
Job Description:
We are looking for a motivated Practice Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of our surgery. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our practice, managing staff, and enhancing patient satisfaction. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Managing practice finances, budgets, and NHS contracts
* Leading and supporting our team of clinical and administrative staff
* Ensuring compliance with CQC standards and healthcare regulations
* Driving improvements in patient services and practice efficiency
* Liaising with external partners, including the NHS
* Maintaining and building strong relationships with Primary Care Networks (PCNs)
Person Specification:
* Proven experience in healthcare management (GP practice experience preferred)
* Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
* Knowledge of NHS systems, funding, and compliance requirements
* Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
* IT proficiency (experience with EMIS or similar systems)
* Ability to motivate, manage, coach, train, deliver performance
* Excellent communication skills (written, oral, presenting)
* Effective time management
* Excellent leadership
* Problem-solving/analytical skills
* Timely/effective solutions/output delivery
* Opportunity exploitation/negotiation ability with excellent business acumen
* Strong IT skills
* Strategic thinker/negotiator
* Prioritisation, delegation, deadline adherence
* Networking/building relationships
* Develop/implement/embed policy/procedure
Personal Qualities:
* Delivery focused
* Flexible/cooperative
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Motivated/proactive
* Forward thinker, solutions-focused
* Work under pressure
* Confident/assertive/resilient
* Drive/deliver change effectively
* Motivate teams, enhance morale, positive environment
Other Requirements:
* Flexibility beyond office hours
* DBS check
* Maintain confidentiality
* Full UK driving licence
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and NHS pension scheme
* Supportive and friendly team environment
* Opportunities for professional development
* Flexibility of working from home
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to make a difference in our practice, please send your CV and a cover letter to hayley.brelsford@nhs.net
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