Job summary We are looking for someone to join our small friendly team as business administrator, this role is to support the management team with the effective running of the practice. Main duties of the job It will be your responsibility to monitor practice email inboxes, manage administrative tasks relating to HR, payroll and Finance. The role will also include housekeeping of IT systems used by the practice.Youll be a clear and effective communicator, with excellent written and verbal skills, and youll remain calm and considerate at all times. About us We are a 2 partner GP practice based in Penrith, serving over 11,300 patients, rated CQC Outstanding and we are also a training practice. We are a small friendly multi disciplinary team that work together to provide the best care for our patients. Date posted 31 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number A5101-24-0015 Job locations The Health Centre Bridge Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8HW Job description Job responsibilities To support the Practice Manager & Partners in the effective administration and management of the practice. The business administrator will work under the direction of the Practice Manager, striving to enhance a number of key systems in both clinical and administrative areas. The following are the core responsibilities of the business administrator. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: Providing administrative support for HR, Finance and payroll Supporting the Practice Manager as required with projects, systems and procedures Undertaking tasks as directed by the Practice Manager in areas of change management and continuous improvement Supporting the Practice Manager in the maintenance of the practice and NHS Choices websites and social media accounts Assist with the recruitment of staff as requested by the Practice Manager Support the Practice Manager in the reviewing and updating of practice policies and procedures Coordinate all staff absences, maintaining an effective absence register Job description Job responsibilities To support the Practice Manager & Partners in the effective administration and management of the practice. The business administrator will work under the direction of the Practice Manager, striving to enhance a number of key systems in both clinical and administrative areas. The following are the core responsibilities of the business administrator. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: Providing administrative support for HR, Finance and payroll Supporting the Practice Manager as required with projects, systems and procedures Undertaking tasks as directed by the Practice Manager in areas of change management and continuous improvement Supporting the Practice Manager in the maintenance of the practice and NHS Choices websites and social media accounts Assist with the recruitment of staff as requested by the Practice Manager Support the Practice Manager in the reviewing and updating of practice policies and procedures Coordinate all staff absences, maintaining an effective absence register Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE grade A to C in English and maths or equivalent Desirable NVQ level 3 in business administration Knowledge and Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Strong IT Skills Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines n a fast paced environment Ability to use initiative Ability to work under pressure Maintain confidentiality at all times Desirable Have knowledge of Primary Care have used Primary Care IT systems Experience Essential previous experience in an administration role Desirable Experience of working in primary care Working in a HR of finance administration role Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE grade A to C in English and maths or equivalent Desirable NVQ level 3 in business administration Knowledge and Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Strong IT Skills Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines n a fast paced environment Ability to use initiative Ability to work under pressure Maintain confidentiality at all times Desirable Have knowledge of Primary Care have used Primary Care IT systems Experience Essential previous experience in an administration role Desirable Experience of working in primary care Working in a HR of finance administration role 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 The Lakes Medical Practice Address The Health Centre Bridge Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8HW Employer's website https://www.thelakesmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)