- Salary
- £30k – £35k
- Location
- Somerset, UK
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- full-time
- Seniority
- Mid
- Industry
- Healthcare
- Category
- Healthcare
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Clinical
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Overview
As a Dispensing Optician, you'll provide expert guidance to patients on frame and lens choices, take accurate measurements, and ensure high-quality fittings for all prescriptions. You'll work in a supportive environment with no sales targets, allowing you to focus on delivering personalized patient care. The role requires GOC registration and involves working across two practice locations with Saturday hours. Benefits include birthday time off, free CPD courses, healthcare cashback, and a cycle-to-work scheme with a competitive salary package.
Description
What’s in it for you?
Dispensing Optician Vacancy - Eyetech Midsomer Norton & Frome
We’re a friendly, community focused, independent opticians where our people and our patients come first. As a Dispensing Optician with us, you’ll be part of a close-knit group that values your skills, supports your growth, and encourages you to thrive. You’ll have the freedom to do what’s right for each patient, without the pressure of quick turnarounds or sales targets, so if you’re looking for a practice where your experience and knowledge is valued, with a team that works collaboratively - a role with us could be right for you.
You will also receive:
- Your birthday off work
- No Sunday or bank holiday working
- Free & regular CPD courses
- Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
- Retail discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance
About the Role
We’re looking for a full-time Dispensing Optician to join us in delivering the kind of personalised, patient-first care we’re known for. You’ll play an important role in helping people see and feel their best, by offering expert advice, guiding them through frame and lens choices, and making sure every fit is as comfortable and accurate as it is stylish.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building trust with patients, and being part of a supportive, tight-knit team. You’ll have the time and freedom to do your job properly by providing honest, expert care. Working closely with the rest of the team, you’ll help create a smooth and positive experience for every patient who walks through the door.
As a qualified Dispensing Optician, you’ll use your technical skills and product knowledge to recommend the best lens and frame options for each individual’s visual and lifestyle needs. You’ll take accurate measurements, ensure high-quality fittings, and manage complex prescriptions or adjustments with confidence. You’ll also be on hand to support patients with queries or concerns, help the team resolve any dispensing-related issues, and contribute to the upkeep and organisation of the practice. Most importantly, you’ll be someone who takes pride in great service — and who brings warmth, care, and expertise to every interaction.
Additional Information:
- You must be registered with the GOC or appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role
- We have 2 consulting rooms
- We are a small team across both practices
- This role requires you to work Saturdays
- You will get the opportunity to work across both practices in Frome & Midsomer Norton
- Our appointment times are 30-40 minutes
What's Next?
Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch
Salary - Max
GBP £35,000.00Salary - Min
GBP £30,000.00Benefits
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About Eyetech Midsomer Norton & Frome
A friendly, community-focused, independent optician where people and patients come first, offering personalized, patient-first care without sales pressure.
