Dispensing Optician

Zest Business Group; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GOC fees paid

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Training opportunities

Wellness support

Autonomy in business

Job summary

Zest Optical in Bishop's Stortford is seeking a GOC-registered Dispensing Optician to join a patient-focused independent practice. You will dispense designer/luxury frames, support paediatric eyewear and myopia control, and mentor a small team in a modern, paperless setting.

Enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule with some Saturdays, competitive £30,000–£38,000 salary, and benefits including professional fees paid, pension, staff discounts, and ongoing training in a warm boutique environment.

Qualifications

• GOC-registered Dispensing Optician
• Strong patient-care and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team and manage responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a small team in a close-knit practice
• Dispense designer and luxury frames to patients
• Provide paediatric eyewear and myopia control services
• Maintain excellent patient journey in a modern, digital workflow
• Assist with stock, orders and supplier relationships
• Contribute ideas to practice development

Skills

GOC-registered Dispensing Optician

Patient care

Job description

Dispensing Optician - Independent Opticians - Bishop's Stortford - £30,000-£38,000

Full-Time | Independent Optical Practice | Hertfordshire

Zest Optical are working with a patient-focused independent Opticians in Bishop's Stortford to recruit a Dispensing Optician to join their experienced and friendly team.

Dispensing Optician - Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a close-knit team of 4-5 people in a supportive, forward-thinking environment
• Work alongside another experienced Dispensing Optician, who is in practice 4 days a week
• Deliver an exceptional patient journey in a single testing room practice with genuine growth potential
• Build strong patient relationships in a practice with a warm, homely feel
• Dispense a wide selection of designer and luxury frames, including Chanel, Tom Ford, Lindberg, Oakley, Prada, Ray-Ban, and Tiffany & Co.
• Provide specialist dispensing services including paediatric eyewear and myopia control
• Support training and development of the wider team
• Manage stock, orders, and supplier relationships
• Contribute ideas to shape how the practice is run and developed
• 5 days per week, including some Saturdays (Not all required)
• Working hours: 9am-5.30pm

About the Practice

• Independent practice with an excellent local reputation
• Focus on high-quality clinical care and long-term patient relationships
• Zeiss and Essilor lens specialists
• Fully paperless with modern digital systems
• Calm, boutique-style setting with time to focus on each patient
• Run by invested owners with a clear vision for the future

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000-£38,000 (depending on experience)
• GOC and professional fees paid
• Pension scheme
• Staff discounts on products
• Regular training and development opportunities
• Workplace wellness support
• Friendly and supportive working environment with autonomy and input into the business

Candidate Requirements

• GOC-registered Dispensing Optician
• Friendly, confident, and passionate about patient care
• Comfortable using modern systems and digital workflows
• Interest in fashion and styling would be beneficial
• Team-oriented with a proactive, hands-on approach
• Eager to play a key role in developing an independent business