Dispensing Optician

Additional Resources; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable optical retailer in Manchester seeks an Optical Dispenser for a leadership role. You will oversee daily dispensing operations, ensuring high retail and clinical standards. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in optical dispensing and strong product knowledge. Offers competitive salary, flexible hours, and no weekend work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Discounts on optical products

Pension scheme

Flexible working hours

No weekend work

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of experience in optical dispensing in the UK.
• Experience in roles such as Optical Dispenser or Optical Advisor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the team to maintain service excellence.
• Dispense optical products, interpret prescriptions, and manage stock levels.
• Collaborate with optometrists for cohesive patient care.

Skills

Optical dispensing experience

Strong product knowledge

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective stock management

Compliance understanding

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Optical Dispenser to join a reputable and well-established optical retailer known for delivering professional eye care and stylish eyewear solutions in a welcoming, customer-centric setting.

As an Optical Dispenser, you will be leading daily dispensing operations while maintaining high retail and clinical service standards. This role can be full-time or part-time offering a salary range of GBP28k - GBP30k pro rata and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Supervising and supporting the team to uphold service excellence
• Dispensing optical products including measurements, adjustments, and frame selection
• Ensuring prescriptions are interpreted and executed accurately
• Collaborating with optometrists to maintain cohesive patient care
• Managing stock levels and supplier relationships
• Overseeing retail presentation and visual merchandising
• Monitoring performance metrics and supporting retail sales targets

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as an Dispensing Optician, Optician, Optical Dispenser, Optical Advisor, Optical Consultant, Optics Sales Advisor, Optical Retail Advisor,Optical Retail Assistant or in a similar role
• Have at least 2 years experience in optical dispensing within the UK
• Strong product knowledge across frames and lenses
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Effective in stock management and supplier coordination
• Clear understanding of compliance with relevant NHS/GOS and health & safety standards

What s on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Discounts on optical products and services
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working hours
• No weekend work

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role within a dynamic optical retail environment.

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