Dispensing Optician Manager - Hertfordshire
Well-Respected Multiple Group Up to £38,000 Career Progression Opportunities
At Inspired Recruitment Group, we understand that considering a new role can feel like a big move. Every conversation we have is handled with care, complete confidentiality, and absolutely no pressure. If you're a qualified Dispensing Optician with management experience and fancy stepping into a role where you can genuinely make an impact, this could be well worth a look.
The Package
* Salary between £35,000 - £38,000
* GOC fees paid
* 33 days holiday
* Structured working pattern including 1 weekend day
* Real long-term development opportunities
* Future pathway possibilities including wider leadership roles
The Opportunity
A well-respected multiple group is looking for a confident and clinically strong Dispensing Optician Manager to take the lead on the shop floor within a busy, growing high-street practice in Hertfordshire.
This is a hands-on management role where your clinical knowledge and leadership will be valued daily. The business already has solid commercial leadership in place, but now needs a strong clinical presence to guide the team, support colleagues, and keep standards high as the store continues to grow.
With testing volumes increasing and a busy period ahead, this is a key appointment - the right person will play a big part in shaping how the practice develops over the coming years.
What You'll Be Doing
* Leading the clinical side of the practice day-to-day
* Supporting the optical team with technical queries and patient care
* Coaching and developing staff, including onboarding new starters
* Monitoring KPIs and maintaining high clinical and service standards
* Working closely with leadership to drive performance and growth
* Helping maintain a smooth, well-organised working environment
You won't be left to figure everything out alone - there's already a strong, dynamic team in place, and support is available to help you develop further management skills such as appraisals and disciplinaries if needed.
The Practice
* Busy high-street location
* 3 test rooms (2 optics, 1 hearing)
* Team of around 8 colleagues day-to-day
* Strong team culture with experienced Optometrists and retail staff
* Growing patient demand with increasing test volumes
* A varied role that keeps things interesting - no two days the same
What We're Looking For
* Qualified Dispensing Optician (GOC registered)
* At least 2 years' management or supervisory experience
* Someone confident handling clinical queries and team support
* A positive leader who leads from the front
* Drive, determination and genuine passion for optics
* Willingness to grow with the business long-term
Supervisors or Assistant Managers from busy stores may also be considered if ready for the next step.
Why This Role Stands Out
* A genuinely important position within a growing business
* Supportive team already in place
* Clear opportunity to influence the direction of the practice
* Long-term career progression potential - not just another job
Interested in finding out more?
If you're curious but not quite ready to commit, that's perfectly fine - a confidential chat costs nothing and might open the door to something better.
Contact Marc at Inspired Recruitment Group
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