Practice Managers
Practice managers are integral to the smooth and effective running of a GP practice. Depending on the size of the practice, the manager will be involved with a wide range of activities, such as business planning, finance, recruitment of staff, training and IT.
While formal qualifications or prior experience in healthcare management are not mandatory for this role, most practice managers have management experience in some capacity, and a particular experience of finance and people management. Practice managers are integral to the smooth and effective running of a GP practice.
Training and Qualifications
Practice managers are often staff who have previously worked within administration within the practice. Although no specific qualification is required to become a practice manager there are some training opportunities available that can support your development if your career goal is practice management.
NWL Training Hub are currently running a few training opportunities for practice managers you can find out more below;
News and Resources
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Applications for NWL Fellowships 2026/2027 – NOW OPEN
We are excited to say that applications for the North West London Fellowship Programme 2026/27 are now OPEN. This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring and established leaders working in General Practice across North West London to develop their leadership skills, contribute to local transformation priorities, and make a tangible impact on neighbourhood-based models of…
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Practice Manager and PCN Manager CPD support
North West London Training Hub have launched a CPD programme for practice and PCN managers to access training and development opportunities otherwise not funded. Up to £1,500 is available per PCN to support leadership, management, operational and professional development training relevant to the role. As funding is allocated at PCN level we encourage PCNs to…
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