Dispensing Optician

Dispensing Optician Jobs Colchester
Optometry Jobs Essex

Optical Jobs | Independent Practice | Full-Time

Salary £34,000 | Coastal Location

Flame Health Optometry is supporting a respected independent optical group in the recruitment of a qualified Dispensing Optician to join their well-established practice in Colchester.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a community-focused independent practice that prides itself on delivering personalised, continuity-led patient care. The role is due to commence around July 2026 (although this could be brought forward) with full support provided during onboarding to ensure a smooth introduction to the practice and its patients.

The practice has a loyal patient base who value expertise, honesty, and long-term relationships with their optical team.

• Position: Dispensing Optician
• Location: Colchester, Essex (coastal area)
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Start Date: July 2026
• Salary: £34,000 per annum
• Qualification
  
  Required:
  
  Qualified Dispensing Optician

• Independent, non-corporate setting
• Strong focus on personalised, patient-first care
• Well-equipped practice with quality dispensing tools and products
• Loyal, established patient base
• Calm, professional working environment with no sales pressure

As the Dispensing Optician, you will play a key role in delivering an excellent patient experience, including:

• Dispensing spectacles and advising on lenses, coatings, and frame choices
• Providing personalised frame styling and product recommendations
• Working closely with the Optometrist during clinics
• Supporting reception staff with optical queries where required
  
  Ensuring accuracy and high professional standards in all dispensing work
• Managing orders and patient records using Optix PMS
• Building strong, long-term relationships with patients

You will work with a carefully selected range of high-quality products, including:

• Nikon, Seiko, and Rodenstock lenses
• A curated selection of independent eyewear brands
• A patient base accustomed to expert dispensing advice and quality products

• Qualified Dispensing Optician
• Confident in all aspects of dispensing and frame styling
• Patient-focused with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable working within a small, friendly team
• Enjoys the autonomy and quality focus of independent practice
• Experience with Optix PMS beneficial but not essential (training provided)

This role would suit a Dispensing Optician who:

• Values quality and patient relationships over volume and targets

• Enjoys working in an independent, community-based setting

• Is seeking a stable, long-term role with a respected practice

• Takes pride in delivering high standards of dispensing and care

• No sales targets or corporate pressure
• High-quality products and consistent systems
• Loyal, appreciative patient base
• Supportive independent practice environment
• Opportunity to focus on what matters most — patient care

Flame Health is a specialist Optometry recruitment consultancy with over 25 years’ experience supporting optical professionals across the UK & Ireland. We operate a confidential, consultative recruitment model, ensuring discretion for both candidates and employers.

To apply for this Dispensing Optician Job in Colchester or to enquire about additional Dispensing Optician opportunities, please contact Flame Health:

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