Job summary
Eccles and Irlam Primary Care Network are looking to recruit a PCN Project Support Officer to their team.
We are a network of 7 practices and have a patient population of more than 80,000. The practices within our network include: Mosslands Medical Practice, Irlam Clinic, Chapel Group Medical Centre, St Andrews Medical Centre, Springfield Medical Practice, Monton Medical and Salford Primary Care Together.
The Project Support Officer will work closely with the Primary Care Network Manager, Clinical Director and PCN Board as well as individual practices. The role will be based at various sites within the network footprint in addition to remote/home working.
This role will play a key part in the ongoing development of Eccles and Irlam Primary Care Network. As a Project Support Officer, you will provide direct support to the PCN Manager and Clinical Director. This role will support the day-to-day functions of the PCN whilst assisting with the Director, Manager and Members of the Board to further develop and deliver against the PCN strategic priorities.
Main duties of the job
The PCN Project Support Officer provides hands-on administrative and coordination support to PCN projects and programmes. The role helps ensure projects are well organised, tracked, and delivered on time, supporting clinicians and managers to focus on patient care and service improvement.
About us
We are a network of 7 practices and have a patient population of more than 80,000. The practices within our network include: Mosslands Medical Practice, Irlam Clinic, Chapel Group Medical Centre, St Andrews Medical Centre, Springfield Medical Practice, Monton Medical and Salford Primary Care Together.
Details
Date posted
06 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Home or remote working
Reference number
E
Job locations
3rd Floor, 2 City Approach
Albert Street
Eccles
Salford
M300BL
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Project and Programme Support
Support the planning, delivery, and monitoring of PCN projects, including service development and transformation work
Maintain project plans, action logs, risk registers, and timelines
Track progress against milestones and flag risks or delays to the PCN Manager
Support data collection and reporting for PCN programmes and contractual requirements
Administration and Coordination
Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up actions
Coordinate communication between practices, PCN teams, and external partners
Collation of invoices and support in the claim and payment process
Maintain accurate records, shared folders, and documentation
Support submission of reports, returns, and evidence for commissioners
Data and Reporting
Collect, collate, and present information from multiple sources
Support preparation of dashboards, reports, and presentations
Ensure data is handled securely and in line with information governance requirements
Support delivery of the PCNs digital strategic development
Stakeholder Support
Act as a point of contact for PCN projects
Support engagement with practices, community services, and other partners
Provide practical support to clinicians, ARRS roles, and managers involved in PCN work
General
Support continuous improvement by identifying more efficient ways of working
Contribute to a positive, collaborative PCN culture
Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role
Responsible for PCN asset register.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.
This list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive but indicates the main areas of work and may be subject to change after consultation with the post-holder to meet the changing needs of the PCN.
VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS
You will be required to be professional, reliable, and approachable and able to work with a wide range of people. You will need to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. You should be motivated and passionate about delivering high quality services in Primary Care for the benefit of patients and staff.
SAFEGUARDING
At Eccles and Irlam Primary Care Network we are committed to safeguarding, inclusive of Modern-day Slavery and Human Trafficking and promote the welfare of children and adults at risk in line with legislation. All posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, includes any criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing, and other vetting checks.
CONFIDENTIALITY
You are required to uphold the confidentiality of all records held by Eccles and Irlam Primary Care Network, whether they are patient records, employee records or management information, in accordance with our confidentiality policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Project and Programme Support
Support the planning, delivery, and monitoring of PCN projects, including service development and transformation work
Maintain project plans, action logs, risk registers, and timelines
Track progress against milestones and flag risks or delays to the PCN Manager
Support data collection and reporting for PCN programmes and contractual requirements
Administration and Coordination
Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up actions
Coordinate communication between practices, PCN teams, and external partners
Collation of invoices and support in the claim and payment process
Maintain accurate records, shared folders, and documentation
Support submission of reports, returns, and evidence for commissioners
Data and Reporting
Collect, collate, and present information from multiple sources
Support preparation of dashboards, reports, and presentations
Ensure data is handled securely and in line with information governance requirements
Support delivery of the PCNs digital strategic development
Stakeholder Support
Act as a point of contact for PCN projects
Support engagement with practices, community services, and other partners
Provide practical support to clinicians, ARRS roles, and managers involved in PCN work
General
Support continuous improvement by identifying more efficient ways of working
Contribute to a positive, collaborative PCN culture
Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role
Responsible for PCN asset register.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.
This list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive but indicates the main areas of work and may be subject to change after consultation with the post-holder to meet the changing needs of the PCN.
VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS
You will be required to be professional, reliable, and approachable and able to work with a wide range of people. You will need to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. You should be motivated and passionate about delivering high quality services in Primary Care for the benefit of patients and staff.
SAFEGUARDING
At Eccles and Irlam Primary Care Network we are committed to safeguarding, inclusive of Modern-day Slavery and Human Trafficking and promote the welfare of children and adults at risk in line with legislation. All posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, includes any criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing, and other vetting checks.
CONFIDENTIALITY
You are required to uphold the confidentiality of all records held by Eccles and Irlam Primary Care Network, whether they are patient records, employee records or management information, in accordance with our confidentiality policy.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Experience of building and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Basic knowledge of finance and budget management
Desirable
* Experience of working in healthcare, Primary Care or the NHS.
* Understanding of PCNs or general practice
Other
Essential
* Access to and ability to use transport to travel between sites
Qualifications
Essential
* Evidence of ongoing commitment to CPD
* Experience in an administrative, project support or co-ordination role
Skills
Essential
* Highly proficient IT skills including ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
* Ability to work flexibly and in a changing environment as part of a multi-professional team
* Attention to detail and good record-keeping skills including excellent minute taking
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work independently and prioritise workload
* Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks whilst meeting deadlines
* Ability to analyse data or reporting experience
* Ability to plan effectively and think strategically to analyse and resolve problems
Desirable
* Experience supporting projects or service improvement work
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Experience of building and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Basic knowledge of finance and budget management
Desirable
* Experience of working in healthcare, Primary Care or the NHS.
* Understanding of PCNs or general practice
Other
Essential
* Access to and ability to use transport to travel between sites
Qualifications
Essential
* Evidence of ongoing commitment to CPD
* Experience in an administrative, project support or co-ordination role
Skills
Essential
* Highly proficient IT skills including ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
* Ability to work flexibly and in a changing environment as part of a multi-professional team
* Attention to detail and good record-keeping skills including excellent minute taking
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work independently and prioritise workload
* Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks whilst meeting deadlines
* Ability to analyse data or reporting experience
* Ability to plan effectively and think strategically to analyse and resolve problems
Desirable
* Experience supporting projects or service improvement work
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Salford Primary Care Together (SPCT)
Address
3rd Floor, 2 City Approach
Albert Street
Eccles
Salford
M300BL
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Employer details
Employer name
Salford Primary Care Together (SPCT)
Address
3rd Floor, 2 City Approach
Albert Street
Eccles
Salford
M300BL
Employer's website
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