Dispensing Optician Manager - Harlow - 100% Independent
Dispensing Optician Manager
Location: Harlow, Essex
Salary: Up to £36,000
Hours: Full time
About the Opportunity
Zest Optical are recruiting on behalf of a well-established independent optical practice in Harlow for a full-time Dispensing Optician Manager to join and lead their friendly, patient-focused team.
This practice has built a strong local reputation for delivering personal, high-quality eyecare and prides itself on its welcoming, community-led approach. The role offers a great balance of hands-on dispensing and leadership, within an environment where professionalism, trust, and team culture are genuinely valued.
The Role
As Dispensing Optician Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the practice, leading from the front while maintaining exceptional standards of patient care.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the daily operations of the practice
- Leading, supporting, and developing the dispensing and support team
- Delivering expert dispensing and overseeing the full patient journey
- Maintaining high professional and customer-care standards
- Managing rotas, workflows, and practice organisation
- Acting as a key point of contact for patients and colleagues
- Supporting the commercial performance of the practice while keeping care at the heart of everything
About You
This role would suit someone who:
- Is a GOC-registered Dispensing Optician
- Has experience in a senior or management role, or is ready to step up
- Enjoys leading and developing a team
- Takes pride in delivering outstanding patient care
- Is confident, organised, and approachable
- Values independent practice values and long-term patient relationships
What’s On Offer
- Salary up to £36,000
- Full-time, permanent position
- A respected independent practice with a loyal patient base
- Supportive leadership and a close-knit team
- A role with genuine responsibility and autonomy
- Long-term stability within a community-focused business
How to Apply
If you’re a Dispensing Optician looking to move into management, or an experienced Manager seeking a role where quality, people, and patient care come first, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Kieran Lindley via WhatsApp for more information.
Contact: Darran Walenta
Email: darran.walenta@zestdental.com
Telephone: UK: +44 114 238 1729 | AU: +61 730 534 271
