Dispensing Optician Manager Jobs in South Kensington, London

£35,000 to £45,000 DOE

Dispensing Optician Manager vacancies in South Kensington, London.

Zest Optical recruitment is working on behalf of a well regarded independent opticians group to recruit a full time Dispensing Optician Manager for their established practice in South Kensington, SW7 4QT.

South Kensington is one of central London's most prestigious areas, known for its residential streets, museums, and professional clientele.

The practice benefits from a discerning patient base and a reputation for delivering high quality, personalised eye care in a calm and professional environment, with a strong emphasis on service and attention to detail.

This role would suit an experienced Dispensing Optician who enjoys managing people, setting standards, and taking ownership of a patient focused central London practice.

Dispensing Optician Manager - Role

• Independent opticians with a strong focus on patient care


• Established South Kensington practice serving a central London patient base


• 45 minute appointments supported by modern clinical equipment


• Zeiss specialists


• Premium frame portfolio including Lindberg, Tiffany, Maui Jim and similar brands


• Overall responsibility for the smooth day to day running of the practice


• Lead, manage, and motivate the team to deliver consistently high standards


• Hands on involvement in training and development


• Handle complex dispensing cases and patient queries


• Full time role, 40 hours per week over 5 days


• Working Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday


• Practice hours 9:30am to 6:00pm


• Salary between £35,000 and £45,000 DOE


• Team incentives


• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays


• Additional day off for your birthday


• Healthcare plan


• Family and friends discounts


• CET and professional development fully supported


• Professional fees paid


• Cycle to work scheme

Dispensing Optician Manager - Requirements

• Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC


• Proven experience managing and leading people


• Confident with day to day people management and performance support


• Strong communication and organisational skills


• Interest in premium eyewear and quality dispensing


• Patient focused with high standards of service


• Comfortable making confident leadership and dispensing decisions

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical using the Apply link as soon as possible.