At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily practice operations and lead the team to deliver excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a friendly, community-based optical practice in Midsomer Norton, Somerset.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, achievable bonus scheme, and strong career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a busy branch with regular hearing care services and supportive team.
- Why this job: Perfect for those looking to step into management or progress from Optical Advisor roles.
- Qualifications: Previous optical experience is essential; supervisory experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 35000 £ per year.
Location: Midsomer Norton, Somerset
Employment type: Full‑Time, Onsite
Salary: Competitive basic salary dependent on experience, 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
What This Role Would Suit
- 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
Optical Assistant Manager Jobs Midsomer Norton employer: Flame Healthcare Limited
Flame Health & Associates LLP offers a competitive salary and bonus scheme in Midsomer Norton. The practice focuses on community engagement and provides strong support for career development within a friendly team environment.
We think you need these skills to ace Optical Assistant Manager Jobs Midsomer Norton
Optical Experience
Supervisory Skills
Leadership Skills
Customer Service
Patient Care
Team Motivation
Organisational Skills
