Opticians Practice Manager
| Posting date: | 19 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27,000 to £32,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Bonus |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bedlington, Northumberland, NE22 5UA |
| Company: | Zest Business Group Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ZOP4095_1768838303 |
Summary
OPTICIANS PRACTICE MANAGER
Independent Opticians | Bedlington, Northumberland
4 Days per Week | No Weekends
An established independent Opticians in Bedlington is looking to recruit an experienced Opticians Practice Manager to join their close knit team. This is a four day a week role with no weekends, offering an excellent work life balance within a patient focused practice.
The Practice
- Independent Opticians with a loyal, long standing patient base
- Single testing with an emphasis on quality and personalised care
- Friendly, professional environment with a strong community feel
- Practice opening hours of 9am to 5.30pm
The Role
- Managing a small team of around 4 to 5 staff
- Leading from the front to deliver high levels of customer service
- Supporting the team to achieve sales performance and patient satisfaction
- Day to day practice management including stock control and presentation
- Ensuring high standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance
- Assisting with dispensing, frame styling, and contact lenses where required
- Handling patient queries and resolving issues efficiently
- Accurate use of the POS system and management of transactions
Working Pattern and Package
- 4 days per week
- No weekends
- Salary between £27,000 and £32,000 depending on experience
- Bonus scheme available
Requirements
- Previous experience working within an Opticians
- Experience managing or leading a team
- Commercially aware with a customer focused approach
- Confident, organised, and reliable
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Committed to the long term development of the practice
If you'd like to find out more about this opportunity or have a confidential chat before applying, please get in touch.
Send your CV or call 0114 238 1726 to speak with Rebecca at Zest Optical.