Job Description
Locum Dispensing Optician – 6 Week Project
Locations:
* London (Holborn)
We’re looking for experienced Qualified Dispensing Opticians (GOC registered) to support an exciting customer project in Holborn, London.
This is a self-employed role with project-based days, ideal for a DO who enjoys variety, independence, and meeting patients in a different setting.
What you’ll be doing
* Completing dispensing appointments (30 minutes per customer): checking validity of recent prescriptions, helping customers select frames, and recording frame/lens requirements.
* Conducting collection appointments (15 minutes per customer): fitting customers with their new lenses.
* Working closely with on-site host to ensure smooth delivery of service, logging details accurately in a standardised spreadsheet (training provided).
* Coordinating with the team on logistics, including carrying frames to session venues.
The opportunity
* London: 18 days project work (+ training + potential 2 mop-up days)
* 6 weeks of 3 days / week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
* Start date: 6th January 2026
About you
* GOC registered Dispensing Optician
* Confident dispensing different brands of lenses
* Comfortable working independently, managing patient flow, and keeping accurate records
* Own laptop required for order logging
What’s on offer
* Self-employed contract – invoice for your days worked
* £210/day
* Training session provided to get you set up
* An opportunity to support a unique project in the industry
To apply for this role, please submit your CV using the apply link or contact us via WhatsApp for more information.