Dispensing Optician Manager

Experienced Dispensing Optician - Specialist Independent Opticians Peterborough £35,000 - £38,000 (DOE) | No Weekends | Management Opportunity

Are you an experienced Dispensing Optician looking for something beyond the traditional high street environment?

We're working with a highly respected specialist independent opticians in Peterborough that is looking for an experienced Dispensing Optician to take ownership of the optical side of the business. This is a genuine opportunity to step into a role where your ideas matter, your experience is valued, and you'll have the autonomy to influence how the practice continues to develop.

This is far more than a dispensing role. You'll become a key member of the management team, overseeing the day-to-day optical operation while supporting a friendly, energetic team in a fast-paced yet relaxed environment.

• Salary between £35,000 and £38,000, with flexibility for the right person
• Monday to Friday only - absolutely no weekends
• 21 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with flexibility to increase to 25 days
• GOC fees paid
• Management responsibilities with genuine autonomy
• Opportunity to shape processes and influence the direction of the optical department
• Friendly, supportive and close-knit team
• Modern specialist independent practice

You’ll take responsibility for the smooth running of the optical department, ensuring customers receive an exceptional experience from start to finish.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and supporting a team of three Optical Assistants
• Reviewing and verifying spectacle orders
• Problem-solving complex optical queries
• Providing expert dispensing and patient advice
• Maintaining excellent customer relationships
• Helping to develop and improve the practice's optical offering
• Working closely with the wider team to ensure efficient day-to-day operations

We're looking for an experienced GOC registered Dispensing Optician who:

• Has previous experience within an independent practice
• Enjoys working in a busy, fast-moving environment
• Is confident leading and supporting a small team
• Has excellent attention to detail
• Enjoys solving problems and making decisions
• Wants a role where they can genuinely make an impact
• Is looking for long-term stability within a specialist independent practice

If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be trusted, valued and given the opportunity to influence the future of the optical department, we’d love to tell you more.

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