Dispensing Optician

Inspired Selections; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GOC fees paid

CET support

Career progression

Private practice environment

Job summary

Inspired Selections Group is seeking an experienced Dispensing Optician in Reading to join a long-established independent practice. The role focuses on private patient care, premium eyewear, and delivering a bespoke dispensing experience with high standards.

You will work within a close-knit team, delivering personalised service, maintaining strong patient relationships, and supporting the clinical journey from test to purchase. A DOE salary reflects experience and expertise.

Qualifications

• Qualified Dispensing Optician required.
• Experience in an independent practice preferred.
• Excellent communication with patients and staff.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for quality eyewear and patient care.
• Stable, supportive team environment sought.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a premium dispensing experience to private patients.
• Recommend bespoke lens solutions and premium products.
• Build long-term relationships with patients.
• Support the clinical team with patient journeys.
• Provide outstanding customer service from start to finish.
• Maintain high standards and reputation of the practice.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Relationship building

Professionalism

Education

Dispensing Optician qualification

Job description

Dispensing Optician

Reading

30,000 – 40,000 DOE

The Opportunity

We’re working with a well-established independent practice near Reading that is looking to welcome an experienced Dispensing Optician to its close-knit team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected practice where patient care, continuity and personalised service are at the heart of everything they do. With long-standing private patients and the reputation built on quality rather than volume, you’ll have the time and freedom to provide a truly bespoke dispensing experience.

The Practice

The practice is a long-established, independent optical practice located near Reading.
With three consulting rooms, 50-minute test times and an entirely private patient base, the focus is firmly on delivering exceptional clinical care and premium eyewear solutions.
This is not a volume-driven environment. Instead, patients return year after year because of the personal relationships built with the team and the outstanding level of service they receive.

The Role

As Dispensing Optician, you’ll be responsible for:

• “ Delivering a premium dispensing experience to private patients
• “ Recommending bespoke lens solutions and premium products
• “ Building long-term relationships with patients
• “ Supporting the clinical team with patient journeys
• “ Providing outstanding customer service from start to finish
• “ Maintaining the high standards and reputation of the practice

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• “ Is a qualified Dispensing Optician
• “ Has previous experience within an independent practice
• “ Is well-presented, professional and personable
• “ Enjoys building long-term patient relationships
• “ Has excellent communication and customer service skills
• “ Is passionate about quality eyewear and patient care
• “ Wants to be part of a stable, supportive team environment

Experience within a premium independent setting would be highly advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• “ Salary between 30,000 – 40,000 DOE
• “ Full-time position
• “ 4 or 5 days per week considered
• “ Alternate Saturdays
• “ GOC fees paid
• “ CET support and development
• “ Opportunity for further qualifications and career progression
• “ Supportive independent practice environment
• “ Long-term career stability

Why Join?

• “ Fully private patient base
• “ 50-minute test times
• “ High-end independent practice
• “ Strong reputation within the local community
• “ No high-pressure sales targets
• “ Opportunity to build lasting patient relationships
• “ Career development opportunities
• “ Immediate requirement with genuine long-term prospects