Vacancies

Practice Manager

  • Salary: Competitive salary, according to experience. 
  • Hours: Full-time

About the Role 

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. 

What You’ll 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. 

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 Approach 

We 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. 

How to Apply 

Please submit your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your experience and interest in the role 

We particularly welcome applications from experienced Practice Managers, Deputy Managers, or candidates with transferable leadership experience in healthcare or service organisations. 

Closing Date 25th May 2026 

Successful candidates will be invited for interview from the week commencing the 1st June 2026.