College Lecturer - Ophthalmic Dispensing

College Lecturer - Ophthalmic Dispensing (Full/Part Time)

College Lecturer - Ophthalmic Dispensing. Full or Part Time | Godmersham, Canterbury | From £36,000 | Optical Education Provider.

Zest Optical are currently recruiting for a Lecturer in Ophthalmic Dispensing to join a leading optical education provider based near Canterbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Dispensing Optician to move into a teaching role and help shape the future of the profession. Whether you're looking for full‑time or part‑time work, this position offers flexibility, strong development support, and a rewarding career path.

No prior teaching experience is required – full training and support will be provided. If you're passionate about optics and want to guide the next generation of professionals, this could be the perfect step.

• Deliver teaching across pre‑dispensing and FBDO diploma programmes
• Lead subject areas and help develop course content and learning materials
• Support students with assessments, portfolios and professional development
• Use a mix of face‑to‑face and blended learning methods
• Up to 20 hours of teaching per week (pro rata)
• Full or part‑time roles available (minimum 2 days per week)
• Based in Godmersham, Canterbury – hybrid working available outside teaching weeks
• Occasional travel to a national training centre (Birmingham)

• FBDO‑qualified Dispensing Optician
• GOC and ABDO registered
• Teaching qualification desirable but not essential
• Confident communicator with good organisation skills
• Experience mentoring or supporting colleagues in practice is a strong advantage
• Interest in education, training, and professional development

• Salary starting from £36,000 (dependent on experience)
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays
• No weekend working
• 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee)
• 5 days allocated annually for CPD and staff training
• Subsidised on‑site accommodation (if required)
• Free parking
• ABDO membership and pro‑rata support with GOC fees

To apply,  to  or call (phone number removed) for more details.