Assistant Practice Manager

Job Summary

Maternity Cover 12 months only.

The Assistant Practice Manager supports the Practice Manager and GP Partners in the operational, strategic and workforce management of the practice. The post holder must have proven management experience and demonstrable experience within primary care and be Emis Web trained.

• Line management of staff including recruitment, induction, probation reviews, appraisals, performance management, absence monitoring and support for disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Workforce planning, rota oversight and staff development.
• Monitor and support achievement of contractual and performance targets (QOF, Enhanced Services, PCN) including analysis of data and implementation of action plans.
• Attend and contribute to Partner, management, HR, PCN and Federation/Confederation meetings; prepare reports and follow up on agreed actions.
• Support compliance with CQC standards, complaints management, policy implementation, and maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.
• Drive service improvement initiatives and ensure effective communication across all teams.

The Harefield Practice is an NHS GP surgery led by a Practice Manager Partner and two GP Partners, providing high‑quality primary care services to our local community. We are committed to delivering comprehensive, compassionate and accessible healthcare in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, upholding the core values of equity, integrity and excellence.

Our aim is to provide holistic medical care that meets the physical, mental and emotional needs of our patients, ensuring timely access, preventive care, continual quality improvement, and full compliance with CQC and NHS standards.

• Date posted: 19 February 2026
• Pay scheme:
  Other – Salary depends on experience
• Contract:
  
  Fixed term, 12 months
• Working pattern:
  Part‑time
• Reference number: A
• Job locations:
  Rickmansworth Road, Harefield, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB9 6JY

• Proven management experience within primary care (GP practice essential).
• Experience line‑managing teams, recruitment, induction, appraisals, probation, performance management, and supporting disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Experience monitoring performance targets (QOF, Enhanced Services, PCN).
• Desirable: experience supporting CQC inspections, financial monitoring or PCN working.

• Knowledge of NHS primary care contracts and structures.
• Understanding of employment legislation, HR processes, confidentiality and GDPR.
• Aware of CQC standards.

• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to analyse data and implement improvement plans.
• Ability to manage confidential matters, prioritise workload and work under pressure.
• Proficient in IT systems.
• Professional, resilient and committed to patient‑centred care.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Name:
The Harefield Practice
Address:
Rickmansworth Road, Harefield, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB9 6JY

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