Dispensing Optician - Winchester (£5,000 Welcome Bonus!

Leightons Opticians; Winchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Commission on GP margin

Staff discounts

Professional development

Company pension

Medical cash plan

Job summary

Leightons Opticians in Winchester is seeking a qualified Dispensing Optician to join our team. You will lead the clinical care of patients, delivering a personalised experience from check-in to eyewear delivery, ensuring high standards of service.

This part-time role covers three days per week with fixed schedule, offering a competitive salary up to £30,900 FTE plus a £5,000 welcome bonus and a bonus scheme. Benefits include staff discounts, pension and medical plan.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with GOC.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical care of patients and manage the dispensing process.
• Provide tailored consultations to match prescription, style, and budget.
• Support the patient journey from eye test to aftercare.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

GOC registered

Job description

Job Title: Dispensing Optician

Location: Winchester

Job Type: Part-time - 3 days per week:

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Dispensing Optician to join our dynamic team in Winchester. As a Dispensing Optician at Leightons, you will play a crucial role in leading the clinical care of our patients, delivering a unique and personalised experience from start to finish.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: Earn up to £30,900 FTE and OTE of £32,118.6 depending on experience. Plus a welcome bonus of £5,000 FTE.
• Bonus Scheme: Up to 2% commission on Gross Profit Margin.
• Staff Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on products and services.
• Professional Development: Access to the Leightons Learning Academy, with opportunities for further education and career progression.
• Employee Benefits: Company pension, medical cash plan, and more.

Your Role at Leightons

At Leightons, our Dispensing Opticians are the backbone of our exceptional patient care. Unlike other practices, only our qualified Dispensing Opticians manage the dispensing process, ensuring the highest standard of service. You’ll provide tailored consultations, helping customers find eyewear that perfectly suits their prescription, style, and budget. Your expert guidance will keep our customers returning throughout their eye care journey.

Life at Leightons

Since 1928, Leightons has been a family-owned optical and audiology leader, with 37 unique stores. We value quality, customer satisfaction, and a supportive team environment, allowing us to deliver an unrivalled experience for our loyal customers.

Is This Role for You?

This role is ideal for a fully qualified Dispensing Optician with strong communication skills, who values quality over quantity. You should be engaging, motivated, and comfortable working with customers in a consultative manner. The only requirement is that you are registered with the General Optical Council (GOC).

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics).

Applicants who have been unsuccessful in the past 12 month should not reapply for the same job role