About this role
Job summary
This is a predominantly home-based role with flexibility to work from any PCN practice site, offered on a part-time basis (3 days per week / 24 hours), including Tuesdays, with some flexibility required.
The post is fixed-term for 20 months, with the possibility of extension subject to ongoing funding availability.
The PCN Business and Transformation Manager is a senior leadership role, responsible for providing the financial management, statutory compliance, and strategic development capability that the PCN requires to function effectively, meet its obligations as a limited company, and position itself to thrive within an evolving NHS landscape.
The postholder will ensure compliance with business, governance, financial, and strategic functions to ensure the safe and effective operation of the PCN in partnership with the wider PCN Team. This will include managing performance (including KPIs), coordinating the ARRS workforce, financial probity and contractual obligations.
The postholder will work closely with the Clinical Director to support the PCN's effective leadership, acting as the primary interface between the PCN and external stakeholders including the ICB, local authority, patient representatives, third sector providers and our wider system partners.
Main duties of the job
The postholder provides senior leadership across the PCN, overseeing financial management, governance, strategy, workforce and performance. They manage budgets, forecasting, ARRS/DES funding, reporting and year-end accounts, ensuring statutory compliance including Companies House, data protection and insurance, acting as or supporting Company Secretary.
Working with the Clinical Director, they support strategy, system partnerships and engagement with the ICB, local authority and neighbourhood structures, identifying growth and income opportunities.
They oversee ARRS workforce delivery, line manage key staff, support recruitment, HR and wellbeing, and coordinate Board processes including agendas, papers, minutes and planning cycle.
They lead performance management, DES delivery and transformation programmes (access, digital, LTC and service improvement), using data to drive improvement and expansion
About us
Bramhall and Cheadle Hulme Primary Care Network (PCN) is a thriving network of GP practices located in the Stockport area, committed to delivering high-quality, patient care. We aim to provide innovative and coordinated care, enhancing services for patients while promoting preventative healthcare and managing long-term conditions.
Our network is built on strong collaboration between member practices, local health services, and community partners. By working closely together, we aim to streamline patient care and improve access to essential services.
Job description Job responsibilities
Financial Management and Governance
Take ownership of the PCN's financial management, including budget setting, monitoring, and forecasting
Prepare and present regular financial reports to the PCN board
Ensure accurate management of ARRS funding, DES payments, and any additional income streams
Work with the PCN's accountants to ensure year-end accounts are completed accurately and on time
Identify financial risks and opportunities and bring these to the attention of the board proactively
Ensure financial controls and processes are fit for purpose and proportionate to the organisation's size
Statutory and Company Compliance
Ensure the PCN meets all obligations as a limited company, including Companies House filings and director responsibilities
Maintain oversight of the PCN's governance framework, ensuring policies and processes remain current and compliant
Act as Company Secretary or support this function as required
Ensure the PCN maintains appropriate insurance, data protection compliance, and employment law obligations
Provide assurance to the board that statutory obligations are being met
Strategic Development and System Relationships
Support the Clinical Director in developing and maintaining the PCN's strategic direction
Monitor national and local policy developments, particularly the Neighbourhood Health Framework and Primary Care Network DES requirements, and brief the board on implications
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with the ICB, local authority, and place-based partners
Support the PCN to position itself effectively within neighbourhood and place-based structures as these develop
Represent the PCN at system meetings as delegated by the Clinical Director
Identify and pursue opportunities for new income, contracts, or partnership working that are aligned with the PCN's strategy
Workforce and Contracting Oversight
Provide strategic oversight of the ARRS workforce, working alongside the Operations Manager who manages day-to-day deployment
Provide line management to the Operations Lead and PCN Admin Lead
Ensure ARRS roles are being used appropriately, in line with national guidance, and that the PCN is maximising its entitlement
Oversee any contracts or service level agreements held by the PCN
Support recruitment and HR processes as required, including for senior roles
Ensure the health, safety and well-being of self and others working within the PCN
Maximise training opportunities for the PCN team
Board and Leadership Support
Prepare board meeting agendas, papers, and minutes in conjunction with the Clinical Director and ensure these are shared with the wider PCN team in a timely way
Ensure the board has the information it needs to make sound decisions, presented clearly and accessibly
Manage the PCN's annual planning cycle and business planning process
Support effective communication between the PCN, its member practices, and external partners
Programme, Performance and KPI Management
Work closely with the wider PCN Team to deliver our ICB transformation programmes including access improvement, digital optimisation, LTC models and team expansion Manage the PCN Des to ensure maximum achievement across all sites providing data driven recommendations to enhance practice / PCN performance Consider, suggest and lead on PCN developmental programmes to both ensure compliance and ensure PCN longevity by maximising PCN / Practice income Expand the role of the PCN in Research studies in agreement with the wider PCN Team
Look to maximise opportunity for growth and expansion of service offer, potential across PCN boundaries working towards a larger Neighbourhood model
Take lead responsibility for the PCN transformation programme including quality improvement and digital transformation.
Additional information
This role is being created at a time of significant change in primary care. The NHS Neighbourhood Health Framework, if implemented as proposed, will substantially reshape how general practice operates within its local health system. The PCN is committed to being well-positioned to respond to and shape these changes, rather than simply react to them. The postholder will play a central role in helping the PCN navigate this period and should be energised by, rather than daunted by, working in an environment of constructive uncertainty.
Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme PCN consist of 5 local practices covering a population of approx. 59,000 patients;
The Village Surgery
Cheadle Hulme Medical Group
Bramhall Health Centre
Bramhall & Shaw Heath Medical Group
Hulme Hall Medical Group
The PCN has a significant role in achieving both our local and ICB strategic aims of;
Improving access to general practice and neighbourhood-based care
Reducing health inequality across our diverse population
Supporting delivery of same day access, enhanced access and urgent care pathways
Strengthening integration of neighbourhood multidisciplinary working
Supporting integration with community, mental health, acute, local authority and voluntary sector partners
Ensuring high quality, safe, effective and well led services in line with the NHS Plan, CQC and ICB Governance Frameworks
The PCN is dedicated to ensuring the privacy and dignity of its employees and patients and as such the post holder will support equality, diversity and the rights of patients, carers and colleagues.
We are committed to a vision of creating healthier communities in a sustainable manner.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Masters degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
Finance qualification (CIMA, ACCA, AAT or equivalent) Management or business qualification Project Management Qualification
Experience Essential
Financial management experience, including budget setting and reporting. Experience of working in or with NHS primary care (GP practice, PCN, CCG, ICB, or federation). Experience of managing statutory/compliance obligations for a limited company or NHS body. Experience of stakeholder management and partnership working at system level. Experience of business planning and strategy development. Experience of workforce management or HR oversight. Understanding of the NHS primary care landscape and current policy context, including neighbourhood health. Ability to translate complex financial information for non-finance audiences. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement.
Desirable
Knowledge of PCN DES and ARRS funding framework. Knowledge of company secretarial and governance requirements.
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 Bramhall and Cheadle Hulme Primary Care Network
Address Cheadle Hulme Medical Group
11 Ladybridge Road
Stockport
SK8 5LL
Employer's website https://www.cheadlehulmeandbridgehouse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)