Opticians vacancies and Optical Practice Manager jobs based in North Shields, Tyne & Wear.
An expanding group of independent Opticians based in the North East are looking for a full time Opticians Practice Manager for their well established practice in North Shields, working Monday to Friday!
Opticians Practice Manager - Role
Family oriented independent Opticians with a very loyal patient base
Single testing with a focus on quality rather than volume
Offers personalised services to all patients
Managing a team of around 4-5 people in total
Deliver excellent customer service and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Manage the team to achieve high levels of sales performance and customer satisfaction.
Maintain up to date knowledge of our products to recommend the best solution.
Ensure store stock is displayed effectively, hygienically and products and equipment are secured according to Company guidelines
Accurately operate the POS system and accounts for all transactions (cash, credit, returns)
Perform work accurately and thoroughly despite time pressure and customer volume, whilst maintaining a friendly and professional attitude.
Identify situations involving unsatisfied customers and act quickly for resolution, keeping notes to convey effective handovers between staff.
Assists the customer in selecting frames and lenses that are best suited for their lifestyle and prescription needs.
Being proactive in keeping up to date with operational standards and training modules to further their knowledge.
Assist with contact lenses and dispensing glasses.
Working 5 from Monday to Friday
Practice opening times from 8.30am to 5pm
Salary between £26,000 to £30,000 DOE
Bonus scheme
Opticians Practice Manager - Requirements
Previous experience of working within an Opticians
Previous experience of managing a leading a team
Committed to the practice development and driven to succeed
Customer focused
Sales savvy
Confident
Reliable
Excellent organisational and communication skills
To apply for this role please send your CV or call 0114 238 1726 for more information. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Jarrow, England
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £65000 per annum + Bonus
Posted: 2025-05-23 16:05:09
Make a difference in the world!Team Leader - NVQ level 3 requiredDriving licence and access to a vehicle requiredDue to the personal care needs of the service user, this role is open to female applicants only, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.Do you want to help people with learning disabilities experience life to the fullest and gain a real sense of accomplishment at the end of each day, by knowing you have made a real difference to the life of the people we support?We recognise that our staff are our greatest asset.
We have worked long and hard with all our staff teams to create a set of values that all our staff are committed to, which involves being passionate, committed, respectful to each other and being willing to reflect and continuously learn and improve.
Our existing teams are simply the best in the North East, and they want people aligning with Ashdown’s values to join them.Please watch our short video series at www.ashdowncare.com and if you like what we see, then we would love to welcome you to the Ashdown family.Come and work with highly motivated teams, and efficient, knowledgeable, and approachable managers.
You will be supported with your physical, personal, and mental health challenges whilst being assigned interesting and challenging work to help you grow, develop, and live the best possible version of yourself.
You will be respected, listened to, and recognised for your efforts.Ashdown is a family run company with an excellent reputation, and we intend to maintain and strengthen this as we move forward into the future by only employing great staff.
This is why we believe we are the best company in the North East to work for.Contracted hours: 30 hours per week (21 hours service-based with a young lady in supported living, 9 hours management support across 5 services)Rolling rota with 1-2 sleep ins per week (6 per month)Salary: £25,459.20 per annumThe person who you will be supporting:
A young lady in her home, while also supporting the Service Manager with oversight of four additional services.You will be required to enable the people we support to lead fulfilling lives based upon their personal support needs.The service provides 24/7 support, shifts include weekends, sleep overs nights, and Bank Holidays.You will also be required to accompany people we support on holidays and attend training courses and other activities.
Responsibilities:
Report to the Manager any needs; physical; mental; social or otherwise of the residents.Participating with the Manager in developing and maintaining social training programmes in the home.Assist in the induction of all new staff.Maintain agreed procedures and operational policies.
Assist in the co-ordination of junior staff, giving professional support and supervision where needed.To take responsibility on the weekend or evening, covering for staffing due to sickness, etc.
where necessary.
The Ideal Candidate:
Positive, enthusiastic with a great attitude.Coaching.
Leadership.
Outgoing and passionate about improving the service user’s quality of life.Knowledge of positive behaviour support.Proactive and motivated to look for new activities and experiences for the people we support.Someone who is open to learning new skills.Comfortable with personal care
Requirements:
Health and Social NVQ Level 3An enhanced DBS check.Experience in leadership.Ashdown employees are required to always promote the welfare and safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults.
Company perks:
Paid mandatory and ongoing career development training.Genuine progression opportunities.Chances to spin our WOW-Wheel (staff spin the wheel to win prizes)Flexibility around family commitments.Refer-a-friend bonus!Loyalty bonuses.
Apply now if you are passionate about making a difference and we will be in touch!Please note that it is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working with vulnerable adults, children, or both to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that group. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, England
Salary / Rate: £25,459.20 - 25,459.20 per year
Posted: 2025-05-23 12:59:45
