The Portchester Practice
Full-time – 37.5 to 40 hours per week
Salary: Competitive and dependent upon experience
Due to the retirement of our long-serving Practice Manager, The Portchester Practice is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced leader to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well-established, forward-thinking GP training practice providing high-quality care to approximately 11,300 patients. We are proud of our reputation for delivering excellent patient care and fostering a supportive, friendly working environment for our staff.
We are looking for an exceptional individual with strong leadership, organisational and business management skills who can continue to drive the practice forward.
Whilst previous experience as a Practice Manager or Deputy Practice Manager within Primary Care is highly desirable, we would also welcome applications from candidates with significant senior management experience gained in a comparable healthcare or service environment who can demonstrate the skills and experience required to successfully lead a busy organisation.
About the Role
Reporting to the GP Partners, you will be responsible for the overall operational, financial and strategic management of the practice, ensuring the continued delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care.
Working collaboratively with the Partners and the wider practice team, you will provide visible leadership whilst ensuring the practice continues to meet all contractual, regulatory and financial requirements.
Main Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Provide strategic leadership and operational management of the practice.
- Lead, motivate and develop a multidisciplinary team.
- Manage the day-to-day running of the practice, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
- Oversee practice finances, budgeting, payroll and business planning.
- Ensure compliance with NHS contractual requirements, CQC regulations, employment legislation and information governance standards.
- Lead workforce planning, recruitment, staff development and performance management.
- Develop and implement service improvements and support innovation.
- Build effective relationships with the Primary Care Network, NHS organisations and other external stakeholders.
- Support the Partners in delivering the long-term strategic vision of the practice.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven experience in a senior management position.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills.
- Strong financial and business management experience.
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
- Experience of managing change and leading organisational improvement.
- Commitment to delivering excellent patient services.
Desirable
- Previous experience as a Practice Manager or Deputy Practice Manager within General Practice.
- Good understanding of NHS Primary Care and General Practice.
- Knowledge of GMS contracts, CQC requirements and NHS performance frameworks.
- Experience of workforce planning and HR management.
- Experience using GP clinical systems such as EMIS Web and other NHS digital platforms.
About Us
The Portchester Practice is a friendly and progressive GP training practice serving approximately 11,300 patients in Portchester, Hampshire.
We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and maintaining a supportive culture where staff are encouraged to develop professionally. We work closely with our Primary Care Network and wider NHS partners to continually improve the services we provide.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- NHS Pension Scheme (where eligible).
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Supportive GP Partners and experienced clinical and administrative teams.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Free on-site parking.
- A welcoming and collaborative working environment.
Recruitment Process
Our recruitment process will consist of two stages.
Stage One – Initial Interviews
Initial interviews will take place during the week commencing 7 September 2026.
Stage Two – Final Interviews
Candidates shortlisted following the initial interviews will be invited to attend a final interview on Monday 14 September 2026 with the GP Partners.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV together with a covering letter explaining how your experience, skills and achievements make you suitable for this role to doug.kershaw’nhs.net
Closing Date: 30/08/2026
Informal enquiries about the role are welcomed 02392 176101
The Portchester Practice, West Street, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 9TU
The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS check, occupational health clearance and verification of the right to work in the UK.
Pay: £40,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
