Optical Practice Manager – CheadleIndependent Opticians | 5 Days per Week | £28,000 to £35,000 DOE
Previous Optical Management experience within an Opticians practice is essential.
Zest Optical are working with a well-established independent Opticians in Cheadle 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 premium independent practice known for its personalised service, high clinical standards and carefully curated eyewear collections.
The Role
Full-time, 5 days per week
Practice opening hours 8am to 5pm (4pm finish on Saturdays)
Closed Sundays
Salary between £28,000 to £35,000 DOE and qualification (Up to 32K if non qual)
Leading and supporting a small practice team
Managing daily operations and staff workflow
Delivering an exceptional patient experience
Supporting dispensing and handling patient queries
Monitoring sales performance and identifying growth opportunities
Managing frame and lens stock
Supporting local marketing initiatives and practice development
The practice is known for its patient-focused approach and offers a wide range of premium and independent eyewear brands alongside advanced lens technology and bespoke styling consultations.
Requirements
Previous Optical Management experience is essential
Must have worked within an Opticians environment
Qualified Dispensing Opticians welcome to apply
Strong leadership and communication skills
Commercially aware and customer focused
Organised with a proactive approach
Interest in premium eyewear and fashion beneficial
What’s on Offer
Salary £28,000 to £35,000 DOE and qualification (Up to 32K if non qual)
Company pension
Staff discount
Company events
Supportive independent environment
Opportunity to play a key role within a respected practice
To apply for this Optical Practice Manager job in Cheadle, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical using the Apply link.
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Typical duties will include:
Shadowing drivers to learn routes and the sites we attend.
Driving with inter-site teams to move sludge between sewage treatment works.
Driving with the cake teams to deliver material to farmers for spreading on fields. (further clarity on cake teams for someone who isn’t familiar with LGV industry).
Driving with combi teams to clear out wet wells and prevent blockages.
Managing vehicle movements and collections, including welfare units, tankers, Hiabs, cars, and 4x4s.
Assisting with general vehicle maintenance to keep Thames
Water’s fleet is clean, fueled, charged, and ready to assist at any moment.
Please note- If you already hold a Class One license, you’re not eligible for this apprenticeship.Training:
A fully embedded induction programme delivered by Thames Water and TRS Training.
On-the-job training provided by the employer.
Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will provide regular training to develop your knowledge and skills.
Access to online learning and an e-portfolio to gather evidence demonstrating your progress, which will support your end-point assessment.
Programme duration: 12 months, plus an end-point assessment lasting 3-6 months.
Training Outcome:Competitive starting salary of £21,500 per annum. Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will offboard into a permanent role with a starting salary ranging from £31,775 to £49,598 per annum, depending on your shift pattern.Employer Description:Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Working Hours :Working Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday-Friday (start time 9:00am when onsite; finishing times to be confirmed, hours may vary during training or college attendance).Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
Provide Level 1 and 2 technical support to users relating to all IT, telecoms and AV equipment
Maintain the site service desk, ensuring that users are kept informed in line with service standards
Install new IT equipment and install operating systems and software onto them as directed
Maintain network access rights, including creating individual new user accounts and archiving old ones
Create self-help and training resources to support end users.
Ensure that all IT equipment is kept clean, tidy and in a safe condition
Undertake routine and non-routine checks, maintenance, calibration, cleaning and fault investigation
Assist with the provision and support of IT equipment associated with meetings and other presentations
Assist with the preparation of IT equipment for events that will occasionally require out-of-hours working
Maintain and repair IT equipment, liaise with third-party maintenance and repair companies or seek specialist assistance to ensure safe and efficient operation
Diagnose and resolve workstation operating system and software problems, independently where possible, but seeking advice when necessary
Ensure the safe storage of equipment, materials and the disposal of waste and hazardous material in line with relevant regulations, guidelines and procedures
Maintaining records of stock and loans of equipment and materials, identifying when new stock is required and taking receipt of stock deliveries
Undertake annual stocktaking
Delegated responsibility for petty cash and the purchase of relevant items locally when authorised, assessing the availability of suitable alternatives in line with best value principles and maintaining records of transactions and expenditure in accordance with financial procedures
Undertake clerical duties when necessary
Actively contribute to training, support and development of other IT Services team members
Data Protection and Safeguarding:
Work within the requirements of Data Protection at all times
Understand your responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and child protection and how to highlight an issue/concerns
General:
The post-holder will be expected to exemplify the values of Respect, Opportunity, Collaboration and Aspiration and demonstrate trust behaviours as outlined in the company policy
The post-holder will be expected to undertake any appropriate training provided by the Trust to assist them in carrying out any of the above duties
The post-holder will be required to promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the workplace. To include ensuring that the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH, and all other mandatory regulations are adhered to
An Enhanced Disclosure with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be undertaken before an appointment can be confirmed. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-filtering-guidance ‘
Person Specification
Minimum 3 GCSEs (including English and maths)
Good communicator
Professional and approachable
Able to problem-solve
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good planning and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise and multitask
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot issues
Ability to use own initiative and work unsupervised when appropriate to do so
Committed to Equality and Diversity
Committed to own continuing professional development
Be able to work outside normal working hours when required, notice given
Training:During this advanced apprenticeship, you will learn a vast range of knowledge, skills and behaviours, covering topics such as:
Data Security
Hardware & Software
Computer Networking and so much more.
You will undertake the ground-breaking Professional Apprenticeships Information Communications Technician Level 3 qualification. Professional Apprenticeships are an Ofsted Outstanding rated training provider and hold the title of Bristol and Bath Apprenticeship Training Provider of the Year for 2021.
The programme is designed to mould you into a high-level, all-rounded technician. You will learn in detail about:
Cloud & Mobile Technologies
Technical Problem Solving
Advanced-Data Security
Computer Networks
IT Communication & much more.
These modules are designed to jump-start your career and make you stand out in an increasingly competitive field, boosting your future earning potential.Training Outcome:There is the potential for this role to become permanent following successful completion of the apprenticeship for the right candidate.Employer Description:This is an incredible opportunity to work for a busy IT helpdesk, learning to work as part of a technical team from experts in their field. Working Hours :This role is Monday to Friday and full training will be provided as part of an Advanced IT Apprenticeship.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Provide Level 1 and 2 technical support to users relating to all IT, telecoms and AV equipment
Maintain the site service desk ensuring that users are kept informed in line with service standards
Install new IT equipment and install operating systems and software onto them as directed
Maintain network access rights including creating individual new user accounts and archiving old ones
Create self-help and training resources to support end users
Ensure that all IT equipment is kept clean, tidy and in a safe condition
Undertake routine and non-routine checks, maintenance, calibration, cleaning and fault investigation.
Assist with the provision and support of IT equipment associated with meetings and other presentations
Assist with the preparation of IT equipment for events that will occasionally require out of hours working
Maintain and repair IT equipment, liaise with third-party maintenance and repair companies or seek specialist assistance to ensure safe and efficient operation
Diagnose and resolve workstation operating system and software problems, independently where possible but seeking advice when necessary
Ensure the safe storage of equipment, materials and the disposal of waste and hazardous material in line with relevant regulations, guidelines and procedures
Maintaining records of stock and loans of equipment and materials, identifying when new stock is required and taking receipt of stock deliveries
Undertake annual stocktaking
Delegated responsibility for petty cash and the purchase of relevant items locally when authorised, assessing the availability of suitable alternatives in line with best value principles and maintain records of transactions and expenditure in accordance with financial procedures
Undertake clerical duties when necessary
Actively contribute to training, support and development of other IT Services team members
Data Protection and Safeguarding:
Work within the requirements of Data Protection at all times
Understand your responsibilities in relation to Safeguarding and child protection and how to highlight an issue / concerns
General:
The post-holder will be expected to exemplify the values of Respect, Opportunity, Collaboration and Aspiration and demonstrate trust behaviours as outlined in the company policy
The post-holder will be expected to undertake any appropriate training provided by the Trust to assist them in carrying out any of the above duties
The post-holder will be required to promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the workplace
To include ensuring that the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH, and all other mandatory regulations are adhered to
An Enhanced Disclosure with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be undertaken before an appointment can be confirmed. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-filtering-guidance ‘
Person Specification:
Minimum 3 GCSEs (including English and maths)
Good communicator
Professional and approachable
Able to problem-solve
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good planning and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise and multitask
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot issues
Ability to use own initiative and work unsupervised when appropriate to do so
Committed to the Equality and Diversity
Committed to own continuing professional development
Be able to work outside normal working hours when required - notice given
Training:During this advanced apprenticeship, you will learn a vast range of knowledge, skills and behaviours, covering topics such as:
Data Security
Hardware & Software
Computer Networking and so much more.
You will undertake the ground-breaking Professional Apprenticeships Information Communications Technician Level 3 qualification. Professional Apprenticeships are an Ofsted Outstanding rated training provider and hold the title of Bristol and Bath Apprenticeship Training Provider of the Year for 2021.
The programme is designed to mould you into a high-level, all-rounded technician. You will learn in detail about:
Cloud & Mobile Technologies
Technical Problem Solving
Advanced-Data Security
Computer Networks
IT Communication & much more.
These modules are designed to jump-start your career and make you stand out in an increasingly competitive field, boosting your future earning potential.Training Outcome:
There is the potential for this role to become permanent following successful completion of the apprenticeship for the right candidate
Employer Description:This is an incredible opportunity to work for a busy IT helpdesk, learning to work as part of a technical team from experts in their field. Working Hours :This role is Monday to Friday and full training will be provided as part of an Advanced IT Apprenticeship. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...