Practice Manager – Nethertown Surgery
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience).
Pension: Successful candidates will be auto‑enrolled in the NHS Pension Scheme.
Contract Type: Full‑time, permanent, in‑person role.
Overview
Nethertown Surgery is seeking a highly motivated and experienced full-time Practice Manager to join our dedicated team. We are a friendly, supportive, and hardworking training practice with a patient list size of approximately 11,000. Located in Dunfermline, we serve a diverse population and are within easy commuting distance of Fife, Edinburgh, and Tayside. On‑site parking is available, and the practice is only a five‑minute walk from the train station. Our multidisciplinary team includes GP Partners, salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, and administrative staff, supported by Practice Pharmacists, Mental Health Nurses, and Musculoskeletal Practitioners. We are actively involved in GP and medical student training.
Responsibilities
* Demonstrate strong business management, financial, planning, and HR expertise.
* Provide strategic leadership to drive the practice forward, ensuring delivery of high‑quality patient care while maximising financial performance.
* Exhibit excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, motivating and supporting staff through proactive management to ensure smooth day‑to‑day running of the practice.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience in general practice management is desirable but not essential.
* Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and further training opportunities will be supported.
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Start Date & Contact
Anticipated start date: 5 January 2026 (an earlier start may be considered to ensure a smooth transition).
For further information, including the full job description and person specification, please contact Dr. Sarah Lynch via email: Sarah.Lynch5@nhs.scot. Informal visits to the practice are welcomed. Applications, including a CV and covering letter, should be submitted to Dr. Sarah Lynch at the above email address.
Equal Opportunities
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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