Job Description:

Optical Practice Manager - Loughborough
Independent Opticians | 4 or 5 Days per Week | Small Team Environment

Previous Optical Management experience within an Opticians practice is essential.

Zest Optical are working with a small independent optical practice in Loughborough, Leicestershire to recruit an Optical Practice Manager to join and support the continued development of the business.

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with a newly appointed Director who has ambitious growth plans for the practice. The independent Opticians has a loyal patient base, a personal approach to care and offers a varied range of eyewear to suit all budgets.

The role would suit an experienced Optical Manager or Dispensing Optician who enjoys autonomy, takes pride in their work and wants to become a trusted and valued part of a close-knit independent practice.

The Role

• Optical Practice Manager role with an independent Opticians in Loughborough
• 4 or 5 days per week
• Working hours 9am to 5pm
• 1 in 4 Saturdays off
• Small, close-knit team environment
• Sole working on some days
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the optical practice
• Working closely with the Director, who is also the Optometrist
• Opportunity to get involved across all areas of the business
• Supporting future growth and development plans

The practice currently offers eye examinations 2 days a week, with scope to increase clinics in the future as the business continues to grow.

A key part of the role will involve dispensing, patient care and supporting the operational side of the practice, alongside carrying out on-site glazing work.

Requirements

• Previous Optical Management experience is essential
• Glazing experience is required
• Must have worked within an Opticians environment
• Qualified Dispensing Opticians welcome to apply
• Able to work independently and confidently manage the practice
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Honest, reliable and professional approach
• Looking for someone who has demonstrated loyalty and longevity within previous roles
• Commercial awareness and willingness to support practice growth

What's on Offer

• £28,000 to £34,000 DOE
• Independent practice environment with genuine autonomy
• Opportunity to work closely with the Director and influence the future direction of the business
• Varied role across dispensing, management and operational responsibilities
• Supportive and personable team environment
• Long-term opportunity within a growing independent optical practice

To apply for this Optical Practice Manager job in Loughborough, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical using the Apply link.

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