Dispensing Optician Opportunity, Bridgwater / £40,000
An exciting opportunity has become available for a qualified Dispensing Optician to join an award-winning, local independent practice in Bridgwater.
This role is ideal for a Dispensing Optician who enjoys variety, autonomy, and building long-term patient relationships within a community-focused environment. The practice is flexible on working days and weekly rota structure, making this an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a better work-life balance.
The Opportunity
You will be working alongside experienced optometrists and support teams to deliver a high standard of patient care and eyewear styling.
* Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
* Flexible rota and working days
* Supportive independent practice environment
* Opportunity to work across two friendly community practices
* Access to premium and designer eyewear collections
* Clinical and patient‑focused approach rather than high‑pressure sales
Typical Day Responsibilities
* Advising patients on frame and lens choices based on lifestyle, prescription, and budget
* Delivering a personalised dispensing experience from initial consultation through to collection and fitting
* Taking accurate measurements including PDs and fitting heights
* Adjusting and fitting spectacles to ensure comfort and visual performance
* Recommending lens options including varifocals, occupational lenses, coatings, and thinner lens materials
* Supporting patients with after‑care and repairs
* Working closely with the optometrist to ensure excellent patient outcomes
* Managing frame displays and helping maintain a premium in‑store presentation
* Building strong rapport with returning patients and local clientele
Hours and Flexibility
* Full‑time preferred
* Flexible on working days and weekly rota
* Weekend flexibility can be discussed
* Practice opening hours typically fall between 9:00am – 5:30pm
* No late evenings
About You
* Be a qualified Dispensing Optician
* Have strong communication and styling skills
* Enjoy working in a patient‑focused independent environment
* Be confident dispensing a wide range of lenses and frames
* Be organised, personable, and commercially aware
* Enjoy working across two locations and being part of close‑knit teams
Previous experience within an independent optical practice would be advantageous but is not essential.
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