Job requirements
Essential
20 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of operational management within healthcare, primary care, NHS or a comparable environment.
- Experience
Experience of workforce planning, coordination or resource management.
- Experience
Experience of leading projects and service improvement initiatives.
- Experience
Experience of working with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities.
- Experience
Experience of analysing and interpreting performance data.
- Qualifications
Educated to GCSE Standard
- Qualifications
Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Personal Attributes
Proactive and self-motivated.
- Personal Attributes
Collaborative and relationship focused.
- Personal Attributes
Adaptable and resilient.
- Personal Attributes
Solution-oriented with a focus on delivery.
- Personal Attributes
Committed to improving patient services and supporting primary care teams.
- Personal Attributes
Full clean driving licence, ability to travel across sites
- Skills and knowledge
Excellent organisational and planning skills.
- Skills and knowledge
Strong project and programme management abilities.
- Skills and knowledge
Ability to build effective relationships across organisations.
- Skills and knowledge
Strong communication and influencing skills.
- Skills and knowledge
Ability to interpret data and produce meaningful reports.
- Skills and knowledge
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Skills and knowledge
Good understanding of workforce challenges within primary care.
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills and knowledge
Knowledge of Primary Care Networks and PCN DES requirements.
- Skills and knowledge
Understanding of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS).
- Skills and knowledge
Experience of workforce transformation programmes.
- Skills and knowledge
Experience of working with GP practices or Integrated Care Systems.
Job summary
Phoenix Health Primary Care Network
Salary: £22,100 per annum (equivalent to approximately £17.00 per hour)
Hours: 25 per week
Base: Working across Unity Health, Chinnor, Princes Risborough, Long Crendon, Thame and Brill
Benefits
- NHS Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support
Main duties of the job
About the Role
Phoenix Health PCN is seeking an experienced and motivated PCN Operations & Workforce Lead to play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of high-quality primary care services across our network.
Working closely with the Clinical Director, PCN Manager and Practice Managers, you will provide operational leadership, workforce coordination and project support to ensure our services are delivered effectively and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in healthcare operations, workforce planning, or project management who is passionate about improving patient care.
You will lead on workforce planning, support the development and deployment of our multidisciplinary workforce, oversee service improvement projects, and provide meaningful performance analysis to support informed decision-making across the network.
About us
About Phoenix Health PCN
Phoenix Health PCN brings together three GP practices across Buckinghamshire working collaboratively to deliver more coordinated, accessible, and proactive healthcare for our local communities.
Our multidisciplinary team includes Health and Wellbeing Coaches, Clinical Pharmacists who support safe and effective medicines management, Pharmacy Technicians who assist with repeat prescribing and medication reviews, Care Coordinators who help patients navigate health and social care services, and Paramedics who provide timely assessment and urgent care within the community.
As demand grows and the needs of our population become increasingly complex, we are committed to strengthening our workforce further. We aim to expand our team with dedicated professionals who can help us provide tailored support to our most vulnerable patients such as those who may struggle with long-term conditions, frailty, social isolation, or barriers to accessing care. Our goal is to enhance continuity of care, improve patient outcomes, and ensure that everyone receives the right care at the right time.
Details
- Date posted: 09 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £17 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: E0093-26-0062
- Job locations: Unity Health, 5 Station Road, CHINNOR, Oxfordshire, OX39 4PX, United Kingdom, Haddenham Medical Centre, Stanbridge Road, Haddenham, Haddenham, Bucks, HP17 8JX, United Kingdom, Cross Keys Practice, 60 High Street, PRINCES RISBOROUGH, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0AX, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Service Delivery
Coordinate the day today operational delivery of PCN services and programmes.
Support the implementation of PCN priorities and strategic objectives.
Develop and improve systems and processes to enhance efficiency across the network.
Monitor progress against agreed workplans and objectives.
Identify operational risks and support timely resolution.
Lead and support quality improvement and service development initiatives.
Workforce Planning & Development
Lead workforce planning activity across the PCN.
Coordinate the effective deployment and utilisation of ARRS-funded roles.
Monitor workforce capacity, productivity and utilisation.
Support recruitment, onboarding and retention initiatives.
Work closely with practices to identify workforce gaps and opportunities for improvement.
Produce workforce reports and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
Support workforce development and training programmes.
Performance & Reporting
Monitor delivery against contractual requirements and PCN priorities.
Analyse workforce and service performance data to identify trends and opportunities.
Support the development of performance dashboards and reporting frameworks.
Prepare reports and provide assurance to the Clinical Director and PCN Board.
Project & Change Management
Coordinate the implementation of new services, projects and initiatives.
Support transformation and service redesign programmes.
Monitor project milestones, risks and outcomes.
Facilitate collaborative working across practices and stakeholders.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement.
About You
Essential
Experience working within healthcare, primary care or NHS environments.
Experience in workforce planning, operational management or service delivery.
Strong organisational and project management skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Ability to analyse, interpret and present performance data.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of primary care services across our network. You'll play a key role in developing services, supporting our workforce and making a real difference to both patients and practices across Buckinghamshire.
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