Dispensing Manager

Prospect Health; Great Dunmow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant practice in Dunmow, Essex, is seeking a Dispensing Optician or Manager. The role offers a supportive environment, flexible working options, and opportunities for career advancement. Starting salary around £32,000 with potential increases and bonuses.

Benefits

Dispensing bonus scheme

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Free parking facilities

Qualifications

• At least 4-5 years of managerial experience in optics.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing at all levels required.
• Stock control and purchasing.
• Contact lens training.

Job description

Job Opportunity: Dispensing Optician/Manager in Dunmow, Essex

Join a vibrant practice in Dunmow, Essex, seeking a Dispensing Optician or Manager. Work full-time or as two part-time Dispensing Opticians.

Job Summary

• Exciting Dispensing Manager role with a team of experienced optical professionals.
• Starting salary around £32,000, with potential increases and bonuses based on experience.
• Practice hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm; Saturday, 9am to 4pm; closed on Sundays.
• Supportive environment with opportunities to develop skills and advance your career. Flexible working options available.

Key Duties

• Dispensing Optician or Manager responsibilities.
• Availability for 5-6 days a week, including Saturdays (full-time) or 3 days a week (part-time).
• Dispensing at all levels required.
• Stock control and purchasing.
• Contact lens training.
• Handling administrative dispensing documents, typically on non-clinic days.
• Assisting with social media (approx. 5-10 minutes daily).
• Achieving branch targets.
• Potential clinical duties depending on candidate progression.

Package and Benefits

• Salary up to £33,000 FTE, based on experience.
• Dispensing bonus scheme.
• Established multi-surgery practice.
• Must have own vehicle; no nearby public transport.
• Free parking facilities.
• Staff room amenities.
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Closed on Sundays and bank holidays.
• Early finish on Saturdays.
• Support from Dispensing Optician and reception staff.

Requirements

• At least 4-5 years of managerial experience in optics.
• Full right to work in the UK.