About this role
Job summary
The PCN Manager will provide strategic, operational, and administrative leadership to the Primary Care Network. The post holder will support the delivery of PCN objectives, contractual requirements (including the PCN DES), and the effective coordination of services across member practices. The PCN Manager will work collaboratively with GP practices, NHS partners, and wider stakeholders to ensure high-quality, sustainable primary care services. The PCN Manager will be responsible for HR and Management of all PCN staff this will include staff located at specific general practices and the PCN Hub.
Main duties of the job
Support the PCN Clinical Director in the development and delivery of the PCNs strategic vision and operational plansCoordinate and oversee the implementation of the PCN DES, including ARRS, IIF, and enhanced service deliveryEnsure PCN objectives align with ICS and local commissioning prioritiesSupport service development and transformation projects across the PCNMonitor PCN performance against contractual requirements.Support data collection, reporting, and submission of returnsIdentify risks to delivery and escalate appropriately with mitigation plansOversee ARRS workforce funding, tracking, and reportingWork with practice managers and finance leads to ensure appropriate financial governanceSupport business case development and funding bidsCoordinate the recruitment, onboarding, and deployment of PCN staff.Provide operational oversight and coordination of PCN-employed staffSupport workforce planning across the PCNEnsure ARRS roles meet eligibility and supervision requirements.Support effective PCN governance arrangements.Ensure compliance with information governance, data protection, and NHS policiesSupport equality, diversity, and inclusion initiativesCoordinate responses to audits, reviews, and inspectionsAct as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.Support collaborative working across practices and with wider system partnersRepresent the PCN at relevant meetings as required
About us
Nexus MK PCN offices are based in Linford Wood Milton Keynes and cover 5 practices which include Oakridge Park Medical Centre, Wolverton Health Centre, The Stonedean Practice, Sovereign Health Centre, Purbeck Medical Centre.
Job description Job responsibilities
The PCN Manager will provide strategic, operational, and administrative leadership to the Primary Care Network. The post holder will support the delivery of PCN objectives, contractual requirements (including the PCN DES), and the effective coordination of services across member practices. The PCN Manager will work collaboratively with GP practices, NHS partners, and wider stakeholders to ensure high-quality, sustainable primary care services. The PCN Manager will be responsible for HR and Management of all PCN staff this will include staff located at specific general practices and the PCN Hub.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Significant management experience within General Practice, Primary Care, or NHS settings Strong understanding of PCN structures, PCN DES, and NHS primary care commissioning Experience of contract, performance, or project management Strong financial awareness and budget management skills Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills Ability to work autonomously and across multiple organisations
Desirable
Previous experience in a PCN Manager or Practice Manager role Understanding of ARRS roles and funding rules Experience working within an ICS/ICB environment Project management qualification or equivalent experience
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 Oakridge Park Medical Centre
Address Nexus MK PCN - Scorpio House
Rockingham Drive
Milton Kenyes
mk14 6ly
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.oakridgeparkmedical.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)