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Job Summary
The Bradford City 5 Primary Care Network (PCN) is seeking a dynamic and experienced PCN Manager to support the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and innovative services across its nine practices. This new part-time role will enhance the resilience of the PCN leadership structure by working closely with the Clinical Director and Senior PCN Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and support the PCNs strategic priorities.
Job Summary
The Bradford City 5 Primary Care Network (PCN) is seeking a dynamic and experienced PCN Manager to support the delivery of high-quality, equitable, and innovative services across its nine practices. This new part-time role will enhance the resilience of the PCN leadership structure by working closely with the Clinical Director and Senior PCN Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and support the PCNs strategic priorities.
The PCN Manager will form an integral part of the PCN leadership team working alongside the Clinical Director, management team and the PCN board members. The PCN Manager will act as a point of expertise, coordinate the successful achievement of all governance requirements, translate national and local policy into meaningful changes, and will support practices to achieve improved outcomes for the local population. They will also along with the management team liaise with the PCN Managers and Clinical Directors of other PCNs.
This is a 10hr a week position, temporary contract for 6-12 months
Main duties of the job
The PCN Manager will form an integral part of the PCN leadership team working alongside the Clinical Director, management team and the PCN board members. The PCN Manager will act as a point of expertise, coordinate the successful achievement of all governance requirements, translate national and local policy into meaningful changes, and will support practices to achieve improved outcomes for the local population. They will also along with the management team liaise with the PCN Managers and Clinical Directors of other PCNs.
This is a 10hr a week position, temporary contract for 6-12 months
About Us
Bradford City 5 Primary Care Network (PCN5) - a network of 9 practices and approx 48,000 patients covering the geographical area embracing Bradford Moor, Thornbury and Eccleshill -
Details
Date posted
16 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0721-25-0002
Job locations
Barkerend Health Centre
Barkerend Rd
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD3 8QH
Job Description
Job responsibilitiesJob description
* Operational Support & Programme Delivery
* Provide high-level project and programme management support across PCN initiatives.
* Assist with the coordination and delivery of Enhanced Services, IIF, and PCN DES priorities.
* Monitor progress and outcomes of workforce initiatives and population health projects.
* Support the roll-out of digital, access, and health inequalities programmes in line with Core20PLUS5 and NHS planning guidance.
* Communication & Engagement
* Act as a liaison between member practices and the PCN management team.
* Help prepare and disseminate internal communications, newsletters, and operational updates.
* Attend and contribute to PCN operational meetings and stakeholder forums.
* Build effective working relationships with external partners, ICB representatives, and neighbouring PCNs.
* Workforce & Governance Support
* Assist in the implementation of workforce transformation initiatives, including support for ARRS roles and recruitment logistics.
* Maintain and support quality governance systems in collaboration with the wider team.
* Contribute to reporting, data tracking, and the maintenance of business continuity plans.
* Data & Digital Enablement
* Work alongside the Digital & Transformation Lead to embed best practices in digital inclusion, data quality, and patient access improvement.
* Coordinate returns and data required for contractual compliance and local reporting.
Job responsibilities
* Operational Support & Programme Delivery
* Provide high-level project and programme management support across PCN initiatives.
* Assist with the coordination and delivery of Enhanced Services, IIF, and PCN DES priorities.
* Monitor progress and outcomes of workforce initiatives and population health projects.
* Support the roll-out of digital, access, and health inequalities programmes in line with Core20PLUS5 and NHS planning guidance.
* Communication & Engagement
* Act as a liaison between member practices and the PCN management team.
* Help prepare and disseminate internal communications, newsletters, and operational updates.
* Attend and contribute to PCN operational meetings and stakeholder forums.
* Build effective working relationships with external partners, ICB representatives, and neighbouring PCNs.
* Workforce & Governance Support
* Assist in the implementation of workforce transformation initiatives, including support for ARRS roles and recruitment logistics.
* Maintain and support quality governance systems in collaboration with the wider team.
* Contribute to reporting, data tracking, and the maintenance of business continuity plans.
* Data & Digital Enablement
* Work alongside the Digital & Transformation Lead to embed best practices in digital inclusion, data quality, and patient access improvement.
* Coordinate returns and data required for contractual compliance and local reporting.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Experience in general practice or NHS primary care management
* Educated to A-level or equivalent
Desirable
* Degree or leadership qualification
* Awareness of PCN DES, Core20PLUS5, and ARRS schemes
Personal qualities
Essential
* Professional, approachable, and committed to teamwork
* Able to demonstrate discretion, initiative, and a high level of confidentiality
* Passionate about reducing health inequalities and making a difference in deprived communities
Experience
Essential
* Strong organisational and planning skills
* Ability to work independently, prioritise and manage competing demands
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and IT skills
Desirable
* Experience using NHS systems or digital platforms eg EMIS, Ardens, NHS App
Other
Essential
* This role may require occasional attendance at evening meetings or events.
* Access to own transport for local travel is preferred but not essential.
* Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
Person Specification
Essential
* This role may require occasional attendance at evening meetings or events.
* Access to own transport for local travel is preferred but not essential.
* Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
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 Bradford Moor Practice
Address
Barkerend Health Centre
Barkerend Rd
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD3 8QH
Employer's website
https://bradfordmoorpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Bradford Moor Practice
Address
Barkerend Health Centre
Barkerend Rd
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD3 8QH
Employer's website
https://bradfordmoorpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Temporary
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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