Dispensing Optician

Boots Opticians; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical company in Peacehaven is seeking a qualified Dispensing Optician to provide exceptional customer care and expert advice. The ideal candidate will support clinical operations, inspire their team, and guide customers in selecting eyewear. This position offers flexible working hours, a generous benefits package, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support

Qualifications

• Passion for learning and development, completing all CPD training as part of the GOC requirement.

Responsibilities

• Providing clinical support in store for regulated dispensing.
• Inspiring your Optical team by sharing your knowledge to offer the very best service.
• Listening to the needs of customers and offering expertise and advice.
• Helping customers to choose the correct eyewear and providing guidance.
• Supporting the team to deliver an efficient model day and operational processes.
• Providing expert knowledge for patients with more specialist requirements.

Education

Registered with the General Optical Council (GOC)

Job description

Overview

As a qualified Dispensing Optician, you will provide a high level of customer care and expert advice to make a real difference to our customers. You will work in one of our stores, reporting to the Store Manager.

Responsibilities

• Providing clinical support in store for regulated dispensing
• Inspiring your Optical team by sharing your knowledge to offer the very best service
• Listening to the needs of customers and offering expertise and advice
• Helping customers to choose the correct eyewear and providing guidance to ensure they receive the best product for their needs
• Supporting the team to deliver an efficient model day and operational processes to ensure the business trades legally
• Providing expert knowledge for patients with more specialist requirements

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Optical Council (GOC)
• Passion for learning and development, completing all CPD training as part of the GOC requirement

Desirable

• Ability to embrace new technology

Benefits

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous employee discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card
• Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health

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Why Boots Opticians

We foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing diversity and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all.

What's next

After submitting your application online, it will be reviewed. If successful, we will contact you to arrange an interview with the hiring manager. We are open to part-time and job share options during the application process. We provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.

This role requires completing a pre-employment check after an offer. Depending on location you may be asked to submit a DBS, PVG or Access NI check. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.

This vacancy is posted for the Opticians business area in the South region. Location: Havant Meridian SC BO, Hampshire, UK. Hours: approximately 37.5 per week, with flexibility for full-time/weekend patterns where applicable.