Dispensing Optician

Zest Business Group; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent group of opticians is seeking a Dispensing Optician to join their friendly team in Newton Aycliffe. This role offers the chance to work in a patient-centered environment across multiple practices, emphasizing quality over volume with generous testing times. With a focus on professional freedom and continuous investment in the business, this position provides an excellent opportunity for a qualified optician looking to make a difference in a supportive setting. Enjoy flexible working hours, a competitive salary, and a bonus scheme while contributing to the growth of a close-knit team.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Free parking at each practice

25 days plus bank holidays

Professional fees paid

Qualifications

• Must be a fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC.
• Excellent communication and patient-focused approach required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dispensing services in a patient-centered environment.
• Work flexibly across 2 or 3 close practices with a focus on service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Patient focused

Dynamic

Education

Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC

Tools

Optix computer system

Job description

A fantastic independent Opticians based in Newton Aycliffe are looking for a Dispensing Optician to join the team working 3, 4 or 5 days a week.This is an established small group of independents with a loyal patient base, offering a patient centred environment.

Dispensing Optician - Role

• Family run practices
• Working between 2 or 3 practices which are all close together
• Single testing room practices
• Optix computer system
• Focus on service and quality rather than volume
• 45-60 min testing times
• Constant investment into the business
• Professional freedom to choose the very best options for patients
• Flexible full or part time role with 1 in 4 Sats off
• Typical working hours are from 9am to 5.30pm (5pm on a Sat)
• Basic salary between £28,000 to £33,000 DOE
• Bonus scheme
• Free parking at each practice
• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Professional fees paid

Dispensing Optician - Requirements

• Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC
• Potential to help with management
• Wants to help develop and grow the business
• Wants to be a part of a friendly, close knit team
• Excellent communication skills
• Patient focused
• Dynamic

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the ‘Apply' link as soon as possible.