Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Manager to join our dynamic team at Chapelgreen Practice. We are a well-established, forward thinking, 8 partner practice, in the North of Sheffield, serving 15,000 patients across two sites. We are an enthusiastic training practice and take pride in delivering excellent patient care.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an experienced manager who will work closely with partners to set the strategy for the ongoing successful development of the practice and to ensure the safe, effective, and financially intelligent running of the business with a focus on high quality patient care.
The successful individual will be responsible for providing collaborative leadership and for managing all aspects of the practice with responsibility for practice finances, HR & management of staff, premises management and operational oversight including Health and Safety, compliance with CQC regulation, management of internal and external stakeholder relationships
About us
We are a well-established, forward thinking, 8 partner practice, in the North of Sheffield, serving 15,000 patients across two sites. We are an enthusiastic training practice and take pride in delivering excellent patient care.
Information about the Practice & Team
8 GP Partners (including 4 GP Trainers)
4 Salaried GPs
6 Practice Nurses, 2 HCAs
2 Physicians Associate shared with the PCN
A Clinical Pharmacist Team shared with the PCN
Well-resourced management & administrative team
Training posts include GPR, Medical Students, Foundation Doctors, Physicians Associates and Business Admin Apprenticeships.
SystmOne clinical system
Details Date posted
24 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£45,000 to £60,000 a year depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
A4643-25-0010
Job locations
Chapelgreen Practice
Bevan Way
Chapeltown
Sheffield
S35 1RN
High Green Health Centre
Foster Way
High Green
Sheffield
S35 4NF
Job description Job responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the practice manager. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.
The practice manager is responsible for:
All non-clinical aspects of Chapelgreen Practice.
Practice Finance
* Developing new income streams and minimising expenditure, when possible, without impacting on quality.
* Managing the financial elements of the practice.
* Maintaining an effective liaison with the accountant, overseeing practice accounts, ensuring year-end figures are presented.
* Briefing partners on all financial matters, including forecasting.
* Managing and processing partners drawings, PAYE and pensions for practice staff
* Managing the procurement of GP practice equipment, supplies and services within target budgets.
Practice Operations
* Reviewing and analysing current practices and working with the sub teams and their leads to improve practices.
* Ensuring that Chapelgreen Practice is operated with both a patient focussed approach, combined with a commercially savvy overview.
* The management of the premises, including health and safety aspects such as risk assessments and mandatory training.
Marketing the practice appropriately
Supporting the management of the Patient Participation Group.
Supporting the management of all complaints.
Primary Care Funding and Contracts
o Evaluating all changes to the practices regulatory and contractual arrangements and providing summary information and recommendations to the Partners.
o Tendering for new services and business opportunities.
o Advising Partners on all aspects of the various contractual arrangements that govern Chapelgreen Practices revenue.
o Leading and managing any potential GP practice mergers and collaborative initiates.
o Managing contracts for services.
o Promoting Chapelgreen Practices clinical and administrative activity that supports achievement of all contractual targets - QOF, IIF and Enhanced services.
Ensuring that that Chapelgreen Practice complies with the CQC regulations.
Strategy and Practice Development
o Developing business plans; leading on business expansion and project management and any other functions deemed necessary by the Partnership to aid business growth.
o Achieving the long-term strategic objectives in an effective working environment.
o Developing, implementing, and embedding an efficient business resilience plan.
o Coordinating the reviewing and updating of all practice policies and procedure
o Leading change and continuous improvement initiatives; coordinating all projects within the practice
o Adopting a strategic approach to the management of all patient services matters.
o Monitoring and evaluating practice performance against targets
Human Resources
o Managing the recruitment and retention of staff; develop, implement, and embed an effective succession plan.
o Developing, implementing, and embedding an effective staff appraisal process.
o Implementing effective systems for the resolution of disciplinary and grievance issues.
o Maintaining an effective overview of HR legislation.
Ensuring all staff have the appropriate level of training to enable them to carry out their individual roles and responsibilities effectively.
o Developing a system for Partner accountability.
Secondary Responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the practice manager may be requested to:
Deputise for the partners at internal and external meetings.
Act as the primary point of contact for NHS(E), ICB, community services, suppliers and all other external stakeholders.
Job description Job responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the practice manager. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.
The practice manager is responsible for:
All non-clinical aspects of Chapelgreen Practice.
Practice Finance
* Developing new income streams and minimising expenditure, when possible, without impacting on quality.
* Managing the financial elements of the practice.
* Maintaining an effective liaison with the accountant, overseeing practice accounts, ensuring year-end figures are presented.
* Briefing partners on all financial matters, including forecasting.
* Managing and processing partners drawings, PAYE and pensions for practice staff
* Managing the procurement of GP practice equipment, supplies and services within target budgets.
Practice Operations
* Reviewing and analysing current practices and working with the sub teams and their leads to improve practices.
* Ensuring that Chapelgreen Practice is operated with both a patient focussed approach, combined with a commercially savvy overview.
* The management of the premises, including health and safety aspects such as risk assessments and mandatory training.
Marketing the practice appropriately
Supporting the management of the Patient Participation Group.
Supporting the management of all complaints.
Primary Care Funding and Contracts
o Evaluating all changes to the practices regulatory and contractual arrangements and providing summary information and recommendations to the Partners.
o Tendering for new services and business opportunities.
o Advising Partners on all aspects of the various contractual arrangements that govern Chapelgreen Practices revenue.
o Leading and managing any potential GP practice mergers and collaborative initiates.
o Managing contracts for services.
o Promoting Chapelgreen Practices clinical and administrative activity that supports achievement of all contractual targets - QOF, IIF and Enhanced services.
Ensuring that that Chapelgreen Practice complies with the CQC regulations.
Strategy and Practice Development
o Developing business plans; leading on business expansion and project management and any other functions deemed necessary by the Partnership to aid business growth.
o Achieving the long-term strategic objectives in an effective working environment.
o Developing, implementing, and embedding an efficient business resilience plan.
o Coordinating the reviewing and updating of all practice policies and procedure
o Leading change and continuous improvement initiatives; coordinating all projects within the practice
o Adopting a strategic approach to the management of all patient services matters.
o Monitoring and evaluating practice performance against targets
Human Resources
o Managing the recruitment and retention of staff; develop, implement, and embed an effective succession plan.
o Developing, implementing, and embedding an effective staff appraisal process.
o Implementing effective systems for the resolution of disciplinary and grievance issues.
o Maintaining an effective overview of HR legislation.
Ensuring all staff have the appropriate level of training to enable them to carry out their individual roles and responsibilities effectively.
o Developing a system for Partner accountability.
Secondary Responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the practice manager may be requested to:
Deputise for the partners at internal and external meetings.
Act as the primary point of contact for NHS(E), ICB, community services, suppliers and all other external stakeholders.
Person Specification Experience Essential
* 1. Experience of working with the public
* 2. Experience of managing accounting procedures including budget and cash flow forecasting
* 3. Experience of performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development and disciplinary procedures
* 4. Experience of successfully developing and implementing projects
* 5. Experience of workforce planning, forecasting and development
* 6. Experience of chairing meetings, producing agendas and minutes
Desirable
* 1. Experience of working in a health care setting
* 2. NHS / Primary Care General Practice experience
* 3. Relevant health and safety experience
Other Essential
* 1. Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
* 2. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
* 3. Always maintains confidentiality
* 4. Full UK driving licence
Skills Essential
* 1. Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presenting)
* 2. Strong IT skills (generic)
* 3. Excellent leadership skills
* 4. Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* 5. Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
* 6. Ability to network and build relationships
* 7. Proven problem solving & analytical skills
* 8. Ability to develop, implement and embed policy and procedure
* 9. Ability to motivate and train staff
Desirable
* 1. Ability to exploit and negotiate opportunities to enhance service delivery
* 2. Proficient in the use of System One
* 3. Competent in the use of accounting software, XERO
Qualifications Essential
* 1. Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
* 2. Leadership and / or Management Experience
Desirable
* 1. Educated to degree level in Business or Finance
* 2. AMSPAR Qualification
Personal Qualities Essential
* 1. Excellent interpersonal skills
* 2. Ability to use initiative and judgement
* 3. High levels of integrity and loyalty
* 4. Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
* 5. Ability to work under pressure
* 6. Confident, assertive, and resilient
* 7. Ability to drive and deliver change effectively
* 8. Ability to motivate teams, enhance morale and maintain a positive working environment, including team building sessions.
Person Specification Experience Essential
* 1. Experience of working with the public
* 2. Experience of managing accounting procedures including budget and cash flow forecasting
* 3. Experience of performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development and disciplinary procedures
* 4. Experience of successfully developing and implementing projects
* 5. Experience of workforce planning, forecasting and development
* 6. Experience of chairing meetings, producing agendas and minutes
Desirable
* 1. Experience of working in a health care setting
* 2. NHS / Primary Care General Practice experience
* 3. Relevant health and safety experience
Other Essential
* 1. Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
* 2. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
* 3. Always maintains confidentiality
* 4. Full UK driving licence
Skills Essential
* 1. Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presenting)
* 2. Strong IT skills (generic)
* 3. Excellent leadership skills
* 4. Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* 5. Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
* 6. Ability to network and build relationships
* 7. Proven problem solving & analytical skills
* 8. Ability to develop, implement and embed policy and procedure
* 9. Ability to motivate and train staff
Desirable
* 1. Ability to exploit and negotiate opportunities to enhance service delivery
* 2. Proficient in the use of System One
* 3. Competent in the use of accounting software, XERO
Qualifications Essential
* 1. Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
* 2. Leadership and / or Management Experience
Desirable
* 1. Educated to degree level in Business or Finance
* 2. AMSPAR Qualification
Personal Qualities Essential
* 1. Excellent interpersonal skills
* 2. Ability to use initiative and judgement
* 3. High levels of integrity and loyalty
* 4. Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
* 5. Ability to work under pressure
* 6. Confident, assertive, and resilient
* 7. Ability to drive and deliver change effectively
* 8. Ability to motivate teams, enhance morale and maintain a positive working environment, including team building sessions.
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
Chapelgreen Practice
Address
Chapelgreen Practice
Bevan Way
Chapeltown
Sheffield
S35 1RN
Employer's website
https://www.chapelgreenpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Chapelgreen Practice
Address
Chapelgreen Practice
Bevan Way
Chapeltown
Sheffield
S35 1RN
Employer's website
https://www.chapelgreenpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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