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Surgical Manager

CB8 Newmarket

Full-Time

£32,000 - £35,000

Immediately

Job Description

Join a thriving independent opticians practice where your expertise as a Dispensing Optician Practice Manager will be valued and your professional development actively supported.

Dispensing Optician Practice Manager Vacancy - Peters Opticians

We're a friendly, community focused, independent opticians where our people and our patients come first. As our new Dispensing Optician Practice Manager, you'll be part of the leadership team supporting a close-knit group that values your skills, supports your growth, and encourages you to thrive. You'll have the freedom to do what's right for each patient and support our team to the highest standard, without the pressure of quick turnarounds or sales targets. If you're looking for a practice where your experience and knowledge is valued, with a team that works collaboratively - a role with us could be right for you.

With an Optometrist Director, this small independent practice believes heavily in professional development for all. We are currently supporting team members with progression from Optical Assistant to qualified DO and from qualified DO to Optometrist. We have grown enormously in the last 4 years and have an exciting future ahead of us, with ambition and plans for both the clinical and dispensing side of the business.

We believe in good coffee and a well stocked sweetie drawer!

You will also receive:

  • Professional fees paid
  • Your birthday off work
  • No Sunday or bank holiday working
  • Free & regular CPD courses
  • Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
  • Retail discounts
  • Cycle to work scheme

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance.

About the Role:

We're looking for a full-time Dispensing Optician Practice Manager to join us in delivering the kind of personalised, patient-first care we're known for. You'll play an important role in helping people see and feel their best by offering expert advice, guiding them through frame and lens choices, and making sure every fit is as comfortable and accurate as it is stylish.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building trust with patients, and being part of a supportive, tight-knit team. You'll have the time and freedom to do your job properly by providing honest, expert care. Working closely with the rest of the team, you'll help create a smooth and positive experience for every patient who walks through the door.

As a qualified Dispensing Optician and experienced team leader, you'll use your technical skills and product knowledge to recommend the best lens and frame options for each individual's visual and lifestyle needs. You'll take accurate measurements, ensure high-quality fittings, and manage complex prescriptions or adjustments with confidence, all while supporting the wider team to succeed. You'll be on hand to support patients with queries or concerns, help the team resolve any dispensing-related issues, and contribute to the upkeep and organisation of the practice. Most importantly, you'll be someone who takes pride in great service, and who brings warmth, care, and expertise to every interaction.

Additional Information:

  • You must be registered with the GOC or appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role
  • Our frame selection includes Tom Ford, Kirk & Kirk, Moscot, Oakley, Silhouette, RayBan, Woow
  • We have 2 consulting rooms
  • We are a team of 6
  • This role requires you to work 2-4 days per week (negotiable)
  • Our appointment times are 30-60 minutes

What's Next?
Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.

Salary - Max: GBP £35,000.00
Salary - Min: GBP £32,000.00

Benefits:

  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee discount

Work Location: In person

Job Requirements

Work permit in United Kingdom: Required

English language skill: Intermediate (B1)

Driver's license: Not required

Suitable Qualifications

Surgical Manager

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