Full-Time | Independent Opticians | Luxury Eyewear | Leadership Opportunity
Zest Optical recruitment is working alongside a leading independent Opticians near Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, to recruit a full-time Dispensing Optician.
This is a rare chance to join a highly respected practice offering a premium clinical experience and a carefully curated selection of exclusive eyewear brands.
Dispensing Optician – Role Highlights
Join a 100% independently owned practice
Rotate between 2–3 boutique branches in picturesque villages surrounding Hull
Provide an in-depth, quality-driven clinical and styling experience
Work with advanced optical equipment and a handpicked range of exclusive frames and lenses
Involved in all aspects of practice life:
Dispensing
Measurements and adjustments
Frame Selections
Complex patient queries
Potential to move into a leadership or training role
Working hours: Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm (4pm on Saturdays)
Salary from £28,000, negotiable depending on experience, plus a lucrative bonus scheme
Dispensing Optician – Requirements
Qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC (Applications from Student DOs will also be considered)
Passionate about eyewear, fashion, and styling
Calm, confident, and professional in patient interactions
Eager to learn and develop professionally
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Dispensing Optician looking to escape the high-street model and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment where patient care and personal development come first.
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To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood using the ‘Apply’ link.
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