Dispensing Optician - Independent Practice, Cheltenham

Flame Health Associates LLP; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Flame Health Optometry in Cheltenham is seeking a qualified Dispensing Optician for an independent eye care practice, offering £32,000–£37,000 depending on experience. You will provide expert dispensing advice and contribute to high-quality patient care.

You’ll work with a range of frames and lenses, stay informed on lens technology, and may take on broader responsibilities in administration or practice development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Dispensing Optician with recognised professional registration (e.g. GOC).
• Strong dispensing experience with sound product knowledge.
• Excellent patient-facing communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert dispensing advice based on patient needs, lifestyle and preferences.
• Recommend suitable frames, lenses and enhancements while ensuring clinical accuracy.
• Support the wider team and contribute to improvements in patient experience and practice operations.

Skills

Dispensing Optician

Patient-focused

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

Dispensing Optician qualification

Job description

Flame Health Optometry in Cheltenham is seeking a qualified Dispensing Optician for an independent eye care practice, offering £32,000–£37,000 depending on experience. You will provide expert dispensing advice and contribute to high-quality patient care.

You’ll work with a range of frames and lenses, stay informed on lens technology, and may take on broader responsibilities in administration or practice development.