Optical Practice Manager - Gateshead

Independent Opticians | 5 Days per Week | £28,000 to £35,000 DOE

Applicants must have previous Optical Management experience within an Opticians practice.

Zest Optical are working alongside a long-established independent Opticians in Gateshead to recruit an Optical Practice Manager to lead the team and oversee the day-to-day running of the practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded independent practice with a reputation for outstanding patient care, specialist eyewear and a personal approach to service.

The practice has been established within the local community since 1980's and continues to build a loyal patient base through high clinical standards and excellent customer experience.

The Role

• Independent Opticians with an established reputation in Gateshead


• 5 days per week including a Sat


• Practice open Monday to Saturday


• 9am to 5.30pm


• Closed Sundays


• Salary between £28,000 to £35,000 DOE and qualification (Up to 32K if Non Qual)


• Leading a small, experienced practice team


• Mix of management, dispensing and patient-focused responsibilities


• Opportunity to influence the continued growth and development of the practice

The practice offers a wide selection of boutique and designer eyewear sourced from across Europe, alongside premium lens technology and a strong focus on personalised patient care.

As Optical Practice Manager, you will take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the practice, ensuring excellent service standards, supporting the team and driving commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating and developing the practice team


• Managing staff rotas and daily workflow


• Delivering an exceptional patient journey


• Supporting dispensing and handling more complex patient queries


• Monitoring sales performance and identifying growth opportunities


• Managing frame and lens stock


• Supporting local marketing initiatives and promotions


• Ensuring compliance with NHS and industry regulations

Requirements

• Previous Optical Management experience is essential


• Must have worked within an Opticians environment


• Qualified Dispensing Opticians welcome to apply


• Strong leadership and communication skills


• Commercially aware and customer focused


• Organised with a proactive approach


• Interest in premium eyewear and fashion beneficial

What's on Offer

• Salary £28,000 to £35,000 depending on experience and qualification (Up to 32K if non qual)


• Company pension


• Staff discount


• Company events


• Supportive independent environment


• Opportunity to play a key role within a respected practice

To apply for this Optical Practice Manager job in Gateshead, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical or call 0114 238 1726 for a confidential discussion.

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