Regional Lens Consultant | Ophthalmic Lenses | North 

Zest Optical is working in partnership with a leading ophthalmic lens manufacturer to recruit an ambitious and commercially driven Area Lens Consultant to manage the North of England region.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established business within the ophthalmic lens market, managing and developing relationships with independe…

Optical Assistant | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire | Family-Run Independent Practice | Up to £29,000 (Full-Time)

Some practices measure a good day by how many pairs went out the door. This one measures it by how many smiles they put on people’s faces.

About the Opportunity

Zest Optical are working in partnership with a growing, family-run independent opticians in Cheltenham – a relaxed, personali…

Optical Glazing Technician | Bury, Greater Manchester | Online Prescription Eyewear Retailer | Up to £14.00 per hour DOE

At a Glance

• Optical Glazing Technician (Lab Technician) role in a modern, well-equipped in-house optical lab
• Bury, Greater Manchester – on-site
• 37.5 hours a week, shifts across a seven-day operation
• Up to £14.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Established, fast-growin…

Zest Optical is working in partnership with a leading eyewear supplier to recruit an ambitious and commercially driven Regional Sales Manager to cover the East Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing business with a diverse portfolio of eyewear brands and a strong presence within the independent optical market.

Working closely with independent optical pract…

Locum Optometrist – Colchester, Essex – New Store Opening (September 2026)

Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: Competitive Day Rate
Job Type: Locum | Regular Days or Block Bookings Considered

Zest Optical are partnered with an exciting new optical brand preparing to launch its first location in Colchester in January 2027.

This is not simply another locum opportunity.

The business has been bui…

Lab & Transformation Manager – Optical Lens Manufacturing

Full Time | Buckinghamshire | Leading Ophthalmic Lens Manufacturer

Zest Optical are working with a leading ophthalmic lens manufacturer to recruit an experienced Lab & Transformation Manager.

This senior position would suit an experienced Optical Lab Manager, Optical Laboratory Manager or Optical Production Manager with a strong backgro…

Regional Sales Manager | Ophthalmic Lenses | South Central

Zest Optical is working in partnership with a global leader in ophthalmic lenses to recruit a Regional Sales Manager for the South Central. This is an exciting opportunity to join a premium manufacturer renowned for innovation, clinical excellence and cutting-edge lens technology. The position will cover the following postcode areas: OX,…

Dispensing Optician | Manchester City Centre | Bespoke Styling Practice | Up to £33,000 + Bonus Potential £12,000+

Some practices dispense glasses. This one choreographs an experience – the coffee, the music, the curated tray of frames chosen just for you – and has built one of the most talked-about reputations in the country doing it.

At a Glance

• Dispensing Optician (Styling Consultant) rol…

Optical Assistant | Didsbury, Manchester | Part Time (2–4 Days/Wk, inc. Saturday) | Up to £28,000 FTE

There's a difference between selling someone a pair of glasses and helping them find frames they'll enjoy wearing with confidence. In this practice, that difference is the whole business.

About the Opportunity

Zest Optical are supporting a proudly independent opticians in the heart of Didsbury…

Optical Assistant | Wokingham, Berkshire | Boutique Independent Practice | Up to £28,000 DOE

There's a difference between fitting glasses and helping someone find the pair that actually makes them feel like themselves. In this practice, that difference is the whole point.

About the Opportunity

Zest Optical are supporting a luxury, boutique independent practice in Wokingham, Berkshire.

This is…