Optical Assistant Manager Jobs Midsomer Norton

Optical Assistant Manager Job Midsomer Norton
Optometry Jobs Somerset

Full-Time
Employed
Onsite
Competitive Basic Salary + Achievable Bonus
Management Training

Job Overview

Flame Health Optometry is supporting an exciting opportunity for an Optical Assistant Manager to join a reputable Independent Optical and Hearing company based in the Midsomer Norton area.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Optical Advisor, Dispensing Optician or Assistant Manager who is looking to step into a comprehensive leadership role with mentoring, management development and long-term career progression.

The successful candidate will join a busy and well-established community-focused branch supported by an experienced Branch Manager and friendly team. The practice provides optical clinics four days per week alongside regular hearing care services, creating a varied and rewarding working environment.

This role is ideally suited to someone with previous optical experience who is confident supporting branch operations, leading colleagues and helping drive the continued success of a busy practice.

Key Job Details

Position: Optical Assistant Manager

Location: Midsomer Norton, Somerset
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working Pattern: Flexible working pattern across Monday to Saturday as arranged by the Branch Manager
Salary: Competitive basic salary dependent on experience
Bonus: Achievable bonus scheme

Role Highlights

Friendly community-based practice
Busy and established branch environment
Experienced Branch Manager and supportive team
Optical clinics operating four days per week
Regular hearing care services
Fantastic benefits and bonus scheme
Strong career progression and development pathway
Opportunity to develop both commercially and operationally
Support and mentoring provided

Key Responsibilities

Support the day-to-day running of the practice
Assist with leading and motivating the team
Deliver excellent customer service and patient care
Work towards store and company performance targets
Support business growth and branch profitability
Maintain high operational and clinical standards
Provide training and ongoing support to colleagues
Stay up to date with optical and hearing care developments
Lead by example and promote a positive team culture

Candidate Requirements

Previous optical experience essential
Experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commercially aware with good organisational skills
Confident, approachable and hands-on management style
Able to perform effectively within a busy retail environment
Keen to learn, develop and progress within the optical industry

This Role Would Suit Someone Who Is Looking To

Step into their first management role
Progress from Optical Advisor or Dispensing Optician level
Join a successful independent business with a supportive culture
Build a long-term career with clear development opportunities
Work within a friendly and community-focused environment
Develop both leadership and commercial skills

About Flame Health Optometry

Flame Health is a specialist Optometry recruitment consultancy with over 25 years of experience, supporting Optical Advisors, Practice Managers and Optometrists across the UK and Ireland. We operate a confidential, consultancy-led recruitment model, ensuring discretion for both candidates and employers.

Apply Now

To apply for this Optical Assistant Manager Job in Somerset, or to enquire about additional Optometry opportunities, please contact Flame Health in confidence:

Freephone: 0800 085 0858

Phone: 0115 811 4370

Email: [email protected]

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