About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Practice Manager to lead our friendly, forward-thinking GP practice.
Woodlands Health Centre is an established GP Practice serving a growing and diverse community. We are medium sized GMS training practice with just over 14 thousand patients. We cover Paddock Wood, East Peckham and Five Oak Green and have very good QOF outcomes. We are 6 partners, 2 salaried Doctors, 6-person nursing team and broad administrative team. We are part of Tonbridge PCN and deliver high quality, patient-centred care through a blend of traditional and digital access, supported by a collaborative, forward-thinking clinical team within a wider Tonbridge Primary Care Network.
This is a key leadership role responsible for the day-to-day running of the practice, alongside supporting the partners in delivering high-quality, safe, and sustainable patient care.
You will oversee operations, workforce, finance, and governance, working closely with a supportive partner team to shape the future of the practice.
Main duties of the job What Youll Be Doing
Leading the operational running of the practice
Managing and developing a committed non-clinical team
Supporting delivery of safe, effective, and accessible patient services
Overseeing performance, workflow, and service improvement
Working with partners on financial planning and sustainability
Ensuring compliance with CQC and NHS contractual requirements
Building strong relationships with PCN and system partners
About You Strong leadership and organisational skills
Experience managing teams and driving performance
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
Experience in healthcare, primary care, or similar environment (desirable)
Strengths in operations, people management, or finance
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds no single skill set is essential, and the role will be shaped around the successful candidate.
About us What We Offer
Supportive and engaged GP partners
Opportunity to shape the structure and future direction of the practice
Flexibility depending on experience and strengths
A collaborative and stable working environment
Our ApproachWe recognise that no candidate will bring every skill equally. Following appointment, we will ensure appropriate support is in place (e.g. finance or HR) to enable success in the role.
Next Steps
Structured interview process including a practical scenario and opportunity to meet the wider team.
Job description Job responsibilities What Youll Be Doing
Leading the operational running of the practice
Managing and developing a committed non-clinical team
Supporting delivery of safe, effective, and accessible patient services
Overseeing performance, workflow, and service improvement
Working with partners on financial planning and sustainability
Ensuring compliance with CQC and NHS contractual requirements
Building strong relationships with PCN and system partners
About You Strong leadership and organisational skills
Experience managing teams and driving performance
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
Experience in healthcare, primary care, or similar environment (desirable)
Strengths in operations, people management, or finance
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds no single skillset is essential, and the role will be shaped around the successful candidate.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Strong leadership and organisational skills Experience managing teams and driving performance Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery Experience in healthcare, primary care, or similar environment (desirable) Strengths in operations, people management, or finance
Desirable
We particularly welcome applications from experienced Practice Managers, Deputy Managers, or candidates with transferable leadership experience in healthcare or service organisations
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 Woodlands Health Centre
Address Allington Road
Paddock Wood
Tonbridge
Kent
TN12 6AX
Employer's website https://www.woodlandshealthcentre.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)