PCN Operations Director
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £65,000.00 to £75,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £65000.00 - £75000.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Maidenhead, SL6 6DU |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A5556-26-0003 |
Summary
Governance, Assurance and Risk Management Lead and maintain the PCNs governance framework, ensuring compliance with NHS England, ICB, and company requirements Act as lead manager for corporate governance, including policies, procedures, risk registers, and assurance reporting Oversee, maintain, and proactively review the PCNs complaints and incidents inbox, ensuring timely investigation, coordination of responses, identification of themes or risks, and escalation of significant issues to the Clinical Director and PCN Board Ensure appropriate information governance, GDPR compliance, and data protection arrangements are in place Coordinate annual reviews of PCN policies, SOPs, and governance documentation Support internal and external audits and ensure actions are tracked and delivered Board and Executive Support Act as board coordinator to the PCN Board, planning agendas, and recording accurate minutes Ensure timely reporting to the Board on performance, risks, finance, workforce, and contractual compliance Support the Clinical Director with governance advice and operational briefings Ensure Board decisions are implemented, tracked, and reviewed Manage relationships with external advisors where required (e.g. accountants, HR, legal) CQC and Regulatory Compliance Act as PCN lead for CQC readiness, supporting member practices with system-wide assurance Coordinate PCN-level responses to CQC inspections, actions, and improvement plans Support practices to align governance arrangements and evidence consistent standards across the network DES Contracts and Contractual Management Lead on the review, implementation, and ongoing management of the PCN DES Contract Ensure all DES requirements, service specifications, and reporting deadlines are met Oversee enhanced services, including claims validation, performance monitoring, and assurance Maintain accurate records of contractual obligations and ensure compliance across all member practices Act as the main point of contact for the ICB regarding PCN contractual matters Operational Management and Service Delivery Provide operational oversight of PCN-funded services and programmes Ensure effective planning, coordination, and delivery of PCN initiatives Monitor performance against key operational and contractual KPIs Resolve operational issues proactively and escalate where appropriate Estates and Facilities Management Lead on PCN estates oversight, working with practices to ensure premises are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose Coordinate estates-related risks, health & safety compliance, and statutory requirements Support planning for estates development, utilisation, and improvement projects Act as liaison with landlords, estates teams, and external providers where required Ensure estates considerations are reflected in service planning and workforce deployment Financial and Resource Management Work closely with finance support to oversee PCN budgets, including ARRS and DES funding Ensure accurate financial reporting, claims submissions, and audit trails Monitor expenditure against budget and identify financial risks or opportunities Support the development of business cases and funding bids Ensure value for money and appropriate use of public funds Have an understanding of accounting software (e.g. Quickbooks) Oversee necessary invoicing for any services or projects delivered