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Zest Business Group
Optical Practice Manager
Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Contact Zest Business Group
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 8 hours ago
- Salary
- 28000.00 - 35000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Zest Business Group
- Closes
- 04 Jun 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Optical Practice Manager - Gateshead
Independent Opticians 5 Days per Week GBP28,000 to GBP35,000 DOE
Applicants must have previous Optical Management experience within an Opticians practice.
Zest Optical are working alongside a long-established independent Opticians in Gateshead to recruit an Optical Practice Manager to lead the team and oversee the day-to-day running of the practice.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded independent practice with a reputation for outstanding patient care, specialist eyewear and a personal approach to service. The practice has been established within the local community since 1980's and continues to build a loyal patient base through high clinical standards and excellent customer experience.
The Role
Independent Opticians with an established reputation in Gateshead5 days per week including a SatPractice open Monday to Saturday9am to 5.30pmClosed Sundays Salary between GBP28,000 to GBP35,000 DOE and qualification (Up to 32K if Non Qual)Leading a small, experienced practice teamMix of management, dispensing and patient-focused responsibilitiesOpportunity to influence the continued growth and development of the practiceThe practice offers a wide selection of boutique and designer eyewear sourced from across Europe, alongside premium lens technology and a strong focus on personalised patient care.
As Optical Practice Manager, you will take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the practice, ensuring excellent service standards, supporting the team and driving commercial performance.
Key Responsibilities
Leading, motivating and developing the practice teamManaging staff rotas and daily workflowDelivering an exceptional patient journeySupporting dispensing and handling more complex patient queriesMonitoring sales performance and identifying growth opportunitiesManaging frame and lens stockSupporting local marketing initiatives and promotionsEnsuring compliance with NHS and industry regulationsRequirements
Previous Optical Management experience is essentialMust have worked within an Opticians environmentQualified Dispensing Opticians welcome to applyStrong leadership and communication skillsCommercially aware and customer focusedOrganised with a proactive approachInterest in premium eyewear and fashion beneficialWhat's on Offer
Salary GBP28,000 to GBP35,000 depending on experience and qualification (Up to 32K if non qual)Company pensionStaff discountCompany eventsSupportive independent environmentOpportunity to play a key role within a respected practiceTo apply for this Optical Practice Manager job in Gateshead, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical or call for a confidential discussion.
Ad ID: 5418331118
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