GP Practice Manager – Woodlands Family Medical Centre – Stockton on Tees
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Address: Woodlands Family Medical Centre 106 Yarm Lane Stockton on Tees TS18 1YE
Days of work: Full-Time
Sessions / Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week,
Closing Date: November 16, 2026
About Us
We are a forward-thinking, patient-centred GP practice dedicated to providing high-quality care to our local community. Operating fully on TPP SystmOne, we leverage modern digital tools to streamline our workflows and enhance patient outcomes. We are looking for an experienced, highly motivated, and resilient GP Practice Manager to lead our team and oversee the smooth daily operations of our practice.
The Role
As our Practice Manager, you will hold key accountability for the strategic, financial, and operational success of the surgery. Working closely with the GP Partners, you will manage a diverse multi-disciplinary team, ensure robust Care Quality Commission (CQC) compliance, and drive performance across the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and local enhanced services.
Key Responsibilities
- SystmOne & IT Leadership: Direct the operational use of TPP SystmOne and integrated tools like Ardens to maximize clinical data accuracy, efficient scheduling, and QOF reporting.
- Financial Management: Oversee practice budgets, maximize income streams (including QOF, PCN funding, and enhanced services), manage payroll, and analyse financial performance alongside the partners.
- Human Resources: Lead, support, and develop the administrative, reception, and clinical teams. Manage recruitment, appraisals, rotas, and training schedules
- CQC Compliance & Governance: Act as the lead for regulatory compliance, ensuring the practice meets all CQC standards, health and safety regulations, and data protection policies (GDPR).
- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Partners and our local Primary Care Network (PCN) to adapt to NHS structural changes and implement new service delivery models.
Person Specification
- Proven management experience within a general practice, NHS environment, or wider healthcare sector.
- In-depth, hands-on knowledge of TPP SystmOne and primary care operational workflows.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing and motivating teams.
- Solid financial acumen with experience managing budgets and income optimization.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive patient and staff matters with empathy and professionalism.
- Experience preparing a practice for a successful CQC inspection.
- Knowledge of Ardens templates and local PCN collaborative working.
- 6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
Interview Date: W/C 30 th November 2026
Make An Enquiry
If you have any concerns, questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact us for advice and support using our form.
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