Dispensing Optician Manager

INSPIRED OPTICAL LIMITED · Peterborough, East of England

Dispensing Optician Manager at INSPIRED OPTICAL LIMITED, based in Peterborough, East of England, paying £35,000 - £38,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£35,000 - £38,000 per annum
Location
Peterborough, East of England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
17 Sep 2026

Reference https://www.inspiredselections.co.uk/optometry-jobs/dispensing-optician-manager/

About the role

Experienced Dispensing Optician – Specialist Independent Opticians

Peterborough

£35,000 – £38,000 (DOE) | No Weekends | Management Opportunity

Are you an experienced Dispensing Optician looking for something beyond the traditional high street environment?

We’re working with a highly respected specialist independent opticians in Peterborough that is looking for an experienced Dispensing Optician to take ownership of the optical side of the business. This is a genuine opportunity to step into a role where your ideas matter, your experience is valued, and you’ll have the autonomy to influence how the practice continues to develop.

This is far more than a dispensing role. You’ll become a key member of the management team, overseeing the day-to-day optical operation while supporting a friendly, energetic team in a fast-paced yet relaxed environment.

What’s on offer?

  • Salary between £35,000 and £38,000, with flexibility for the right person
  • Monday to Friday only – absolutely no weekends
  • 21 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with flexibility to increase to 25 days
  • GOC fees paid
  • Management responsibilities with genuine autonomy
  • Opportunity to shape processes and influence the direction of the optical department
  • Friendly, supportive and close-knit team
  • Modern specialist independent practice

The Role

You’ll take responsibility for the smooth running of the optical department, ensuring customers receive an exceptional experience from start to finish.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing and supporting a team of three Optical Assistants
  • Reviewing and verifying spectacle orders
  • Problem-solving complex optical queries
  • Providing expert dispensing and patient advice
  • Maintaining excellent customer relationships
  • Helping to develop and improve the practice’s optical offering
  • Working closely with the wider team to ensure efficient day-to-day operations

About You

We’re looking for an experienced GOC registered Dispensing Optician who:

  • Has previous experience within an independent practice
  • Enjoys working in a busy, fast-moving environment
  • Is confident leading and supporting a small team
  • Has excellent attention to detail
  • Enjoys solving problems and making decisions
  • Wants a role where they can genuinely make an impact
  • Is looking for long-term stability within a specialist independent practice

If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be trusted, valued and given the opportunity to influence the future of the optical department, we’d love to tell you more.

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Reference: https://www.inspiredselections.co.uk/optometry-jobs/dispensing-optician-manager/ · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 17 Sep 2026 · Listed via INSPIRED OPTICAL LIMITED

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