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Practice Manager

Job Title: Practice Manager
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Location: Newcastle
Specialisation:
Reference: 939207
Contact Name: Olivia Evans
Contact Email: oliviae@peoplefusion.com.au
Job Published: May 06, 2025 10:00

Job Description

  • Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a meaningful impact in the community.

  • Apply your payroll and administration expertise to streamline daily operations.

  • Join a supportive and passionate team committed to inclusion and client empowerment.

About Essentially Your Choice  
  
Our client, Essentially Your Choice, is a purpose-driven NDIS-registered provider offering support coordination services across Newcastle and the Hunter Region. Their passionate and knowledgeable team is committed to empowering individuals to manage their NDIS plans, improve their clients' quality of life, and promote inclusion.
  
About the opportunity
  
We are seeking a capable and proactive Practice Manager to support and lead the administrative function. This role is vital in maintaining smooth daily operations, coordinating administrative workflows, and ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing. The Practice Manager will also support compliance, staff supervision, and client service quality across the organisation.
  
Key responsibilities

  • Oversee and coordinate the daily administration function to ensure seamless operations

  • Lead and supervise the admin team, including onboarding, training, and performance management

  • Process end-to-end fortnightly payroll, ensuring compliance with award conditions, tax, and superannuation

  • Maintain and improve office systems, procedures, and record-keeping practices

  • Ensure compliance with WHS standards and SafeWork NSW requirements

  • Support recruitment activities including job advertisement creation, shortlisting, and onboarding

  • Collaborate with external stakeholders, including contractors and clients

  • Prepare and assist with financial reporting and identify opportunities for cost efficiencies alongside the external Bookkeeper

  • Manage client inquiries, maintain confidential records, and support service quality improvements

  • Manage procurement, supplies, and equipment inventory alongside ad hoc administration support

About you
  
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven and impactful organisation where you can apply your expertise and make a meaningful difference. We’re seeking a motivated leader who demonstrates sound judgement, initiative, and proven experience in office or practice management.
  
We welcome candidates who not only bring capability and confidence but also a genuine willingness to learn and grow. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following core attributes:

  • Previous experience in a similar office or practice management role within a service-based industry

  • Experience in managing a payroll of up to 50 employees end-to-end (SCHADS Award knowledge desirable)

  • Familiarity with compliance, WHS, and administrative best practices

  • Excellent communication and team leadership skills

If you are passionate about what you do and driven to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!
  
How to apply
  
To access the Success Profile Pack, including a detailed position description, please click here

To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and the associated benefits of this opportunity, contact Olivia Evans on 02 4927 2025 or oliviae@peoplefusion.com.au for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.
  
Interviews will commence immediately; therefore, early applications are encouraged.
  
At peoplefusion we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion —we celebrate it! We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application, please don’t hesitate to contact us.