Director of Primary Care
Location: Brighton (Hybrid)Contract Type: PermanentHours: Full-TimeSalary: £94,356–£108,814
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Director of Primary Care to lead a major primary care organisation through its next phase of development and transformation.
The organisation manages six GP surgeries across Sussex, supporting a combined patient population of approximately 48,500. Working closely with NHS community services, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape how integrated, community-focused primary care is delivered across East and West Sussex.
This is a senior strategic leadership position with responsibility for operational performance, service transformation, financial sustainability and the future development of a growing portfolio of GP practices.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership across a diverse portfolio of GP practices
Ensure the delivery of safe, effective and financially sustainable primary care services
Lead operational performance, service transformation and innovation
Oversee governance, quality, risk management and regulatory compliance
Maintain readiness for CQC inspection and drive continuous improvement
Develop and deliver strategic and business plans
Ensure contractual, financial and quality performance targets are achieved
Lead service improvement, transformation and integration programmes
Identify opportunities for business development and organisational growth
Build strong relationships across the wider Sussex health and care system
Develop a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for an accomplished senior healthcare leader with a strong track record within NHS Primary Care.
You will bring:
Significant senior leadership experience within NHS Primary Care
Strong operational management experience
Experience leading transformation and organisational change
In-depth understanding of GP contracts, governance, quality and performance management
Strong commercial and financial awareness
Excellent strategic thinking and decision-making skills
Ability to build relationships and influence at senior and system level
Experience working successfully across organisational boundaries
A strong understanding of the wider NHS and Primary Care landscape
Key Relationships
The successful candidate will work closely with senior clinical and operational leaders, including:
Board and Executive Leadership teams
Clinical Directors and GP Leads
Practice Managers
Primary Care Networks
Integrated Care Board colleagues
Community, acute and mental health providers
Commissioners, local authorities and wider system partners
What’s on Offer
Salary of £94,356–£108,814
Permanent, full-time senior leadership position
Opportunity to lead services supporting approximately 48,500 patients
Responsibility for a portfolio of six GP practices
Significant influence over the future development of Primary Care services
Opportunity to lead transformation and integration across the wider healthcare system
Senior strategic role working alongside NHS and Primary Care leaders across SussexIf you’re an experienced NHS Primary Care leader looking for an opportunity to shape services at scale and lead meaningful transformation across Sussex, we’d love to hear from you.
Please get in touch or send your CV to learn more.
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