Practice / Service Manager
Runs the business and operations of a GP practice or NHS service — finance, HR, premises, performance and the team that delivers care.
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Strong on AI resistance and work–life balance; held back by entry.
Can reach ~£77,000 via Head of Service / Director of Nursing or AHP.
Workforce scale not separately tracked; trend not tracked.
Highly resistant to automation — hands-on clinical work.
Strong work–life balance; regular hours.
Moderate entry — moderate study load, moderate competition.
1 onward routes; good flexible-working scope.
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What you'd do
- Manage budgets, staff and operations
- Oversee performance and compliance
- Lead service improvement
- Handle HR and premises
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Skills & requirements
- Management / supervisory experience
- Senior operational / clinical leadership experience
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