Dispensing Optician

Hakim Group; Poole; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent practice in Poole seeks a full-time Dispensing Optician. The role involves ensuring excellent patient care, educating the community on vision needs, and providing a friendly service. Enjoy a vibrant coastal town lifestyle while working in an innovative and supportive environment.

Benefits

Birthday off work

No Sunday or bank holiday working

Free & regular CPD courses

Access to Simply Health for cashback

Retail discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dispensing Optician.
• Strong focus on patient needs and education.
• Ability to provide friendly, informative service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding patient care and drive service improvement.
• Educate patients about independent eye care benefits.
• Interact with patients empathetically and informatively.

Skills

Patient Care

Empathetic Service

Communication

Job description

What’s in it for you?

This is an opportunity for you to work in an environment that recognises and rewards your professional skillset.

We have a loyal patient database and a wide selection of frames and lenses (including designer brands) with a focus on clinical excellence and high-quality care.

For us, patients come before performance.

As our new Dispensing Optician, this will provide you with the freedom, choice, and continuity of care needed to ensure your patients leave with the perfect solution every time.

You will also receive:

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

About the Role

We are looking for a full-time Dispensing Optician to join us in delivering outstanding patient care.

You will be an integral part of our team here, helping us drive our service offering forward, always looking for opportunities to improve and innovate.

We are also looking for someone who shares our dedication to putting patients first, and spending the time needed to get to the bottom of their visual needs.

Equally important to us is the way you interact with patients. Providing a friendly, informative, and empathetic service is a must.

Ultimately, you must be an ambassador for our brand and profession within the local community.

Educating others about the benefits of independent eye care is an ongoing challenge and one that we look forward to meeting head-on with you as a part of our team.

About Us

Classic Eyes is a thriving independent practice located in the heart of Poole, proudly serving the local community with expert eye care. With a team of 12, including highly trained and specialist optometrists, Classic Eyes is known for clinical excellence, a patient-first ethos, and state-of-the-art technology.

Services include comprehensive eye examinations, specialist contact lens fittings, myopia management, dry eye clinics, and advanced OCT scanning - all delivered in a welcoming, patient-focused environment. The team are passionate about personalised care and offer access to the latest in optical products and eyewear.

Why Poole?Working in Poole means you get the best of both worlds, a vibrant coastal town with beautiful beaches, a busy marina, and a lively high street, all balanced with a relaxed pace of life. It's ideal for anyone who loves nature, water sports, or just a scenic commute.

With great transport links, including direct trains to London and easy access to the A35 and A31, commuting is a breeze whether you're coming from Bournemouth, Christchurch, or even further afield.

Additional Information:

• Our frame selection includes Lindberg and Tom Ford as well as more niche ranges such as Woow
• We have 4 consulting rooms
• We are a team of 12 including Vision Therapists, OA's, a Pre-Reg Optometrist and a Student Dispensing Optician
• The role may require you to work one Saturday a month at Classic Eyes in Bournemouth

Our local community is part of our identity here and we constantly see the benefits our work has when we’re out and about in the area.

What's Next?

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.

Salary - Max

GBP £35,000.00

Salary - Min

GBP £32,000.00