College Lecturer – Ophthalmic Dispensing - Godmersham, Kent
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Full or Part Time | Based in Godmersham, Canterbury | Starting from £36,000 | Optical Education Provider
Zest Optical are working with a leading provider of optical education to recruit a Lecturer in Ophthalmic Dispensing. This is a rare and rewarding opportunity to take on a meaningful academic role, helping shape the future of the profession through high-quality teaching and mentoring.
Whether you're seeking a full-time academic position or want to combine part-time teaching with work in practice, this role offers flexibility, personal development, and the chance to make a lasting impact in the optical sector.
No teaching experience? No problem.
If you’re a qualified Dispensing Optician or Contact Lens Optician with a passion for learning and supporting others, full training and support will be provided to help you transition into teaching.
College Lecturer – The Role
- Deliver teaching across pre-dispensing and FBDO-level programmes
- Lead subject areas and contribute to curriculum and material development
- Support learners with portfolio preparation and external assessments
- Collaborate with academic colleagues, tutors, and supervisors to provide a smooth student experience
- Use a range of teaching methods including face-to-face, online and blended learning
- Up to 20 hours of teaching per week (pro rata)
- Full or part time hours available (minimum 2 days per week)
- Primarily campus-based near Canterbury, Kent, with some flexibility for hybrid working during non-teaching periods
- Occasional travel to their national training centre in Birmingham may be required
College Lecturer – Requirements
- FBDO-qualified Dispensing Optician or Contact Lens Optician
- Member of both ABDO and the GOC
- A recognised teaching qualification is desirable, but not essential – full training and support will be provided
- Experience coaching, mentoring or training colleagues in practice is highly valued
- Strong subject knowledge in ophthalmic dispensing
- Comfortable with (or open to learning) digital tools and online teaching platforms
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Passion for education and professional development
Salary & Benefits
- Salary starting from £36,000 as a DO (depending on qualifications and experience) Starting from £38,500 as a CLO
- 30 days holiday + bank holidays and no weekend work
- 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee contribution)
- Subsidised on-site staff accommodation available if required
- 5 days per year allocated to CPD and regular staff training
- Free on-site parking
- ABDO membership
- Support with GOC registration fees (pro rata)
Apply Now
To apply for this College Lecturer – Ophthalmic Dispensing role, please send your CV to rebecca.wood@zestoptical.com or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.
