Managment Apprentice in Primary Care
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Company: NHS & Private Healthcare
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Location: BRIERLEY HILL, DY5 2AE
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Care services
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Ref: NAS-2000036565
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Application Deadline Date: 17/06/2026
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Start Date: 13/07/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, between 8.00am - 6.30pm. Exact working hours will be agreed with the successful candidate and training provider. Occasional attendance at staff meetings, training events, or practice development sessions may be required.
Brief Description
Kick-start your career in healthcare management with this exciting apprenticeship within a busy NHS GP surgery. Gain hands-on experience in operations, finance, patient services, and business administration whilst working towards a recognised qualification and developing the skills needed for a future leadership role.
Training to be Provided
Training will primarily take place within the workplace at Quarry Bank Medical Centre, allowing the apprentice to gain practical experience alongside experienced healthcare managers and clinicians.
The apprentice will also undertake off-the-job training as part of their apprenticeship programme, delivered by the training provider through a combination of online learning, workshops, and tutor-led sessions.
Training is expected to take place regularly throughout the apprenticeship, typically one day per week or equivalent protected study time, in line with apprenticeship requirements.
The exact training schedule and delivery arrangements will be confirmed with the successful candidate and training provider.
Future Prospects
Successful completion of this apprenticeship will provide a strong foundation for a career in healthcare management. Depending on performance and organisational opportunities, the apprentice may progress into roles such as Assistant Practice Manager, Operations Manager, Deputy Registered Manager, Registered Service Manager, Practice Manager, or other leadership positions within primary care, healthcare, and social care organisations.
Further professional development and higher-level management qualifications may also be supported for the right candidate.
Vacancy Detail
- Support the day-to-day running of the GP surgery and administrative functions
- Assist with patient service improvement projects and operational planning
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators and practice targets
- Support appointment utilisation, patient access, and workflow management
- Assist with financial administration, budgeting, and resource monitoring
- Produce reports using practice systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Help coordinate meetings, training sessions, and staff communications
- Support quality improvement initiatives and audit activities
- Assist with maintaining policies, procedures, and compliance documentation
- Liaise with staff, patients, NHS organisations, and external stakeholders
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff record management
- Contribute to projects aimed at improving efficiency and patient experience
Other Information
Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information appropriately.
Applicants should be comfortable working within a busy healthcare environment and communicating with patients, staff, and external organisations.
A professional and reliable approach to attendance, timekeeping, and conduct is essential.
The successful candidate must be willing to complete all mandatory training required for working within an NHS GP surgery.