Dispensing Optician | Felixstowe & Ipswich, Suffolk | Independent Practice | Part-Time | c.£35,000 FTE (pro rata)
At a Glance
- GOC-registered Dispensing Optician
- Work between Felixstowe and Ipswich, Suffolk
- Part-time, 3–4 days per week
- Around £35,000 FTE, pro rata
- Rotational Saturdays off – no Sundays or bank holidays
- Parking available
About the Opportunity
Zest Optical are supporting a well-established, independent opticians in Felixstowe, Suffolk, as they open a second practice in Ipswich.
It's a practice built on what good independents do best - thorough, unhurried eye examinations, advanced diagnostic technology, and a standard of care patients notice and come back for. The eyewear follows the same thinking, a higher-end offer with a real emphasis on bespoke product, where the dispense is treated as a proper consultation rather than the last five minutes of the appointment.
The move into Ipswich is what creates this role. You'll split your week between the two practices - part of an established, close-knit team in Felixstowe, and one of a three-person team in Ipswich alongside an Optometrist and a Receptionist. In Ipswich, the dispensing process is totally yours.
The Role
- Part-time Dispensing Optician role working across an established practice in Felixstowe and a newly acquired second practice in Ipswich
- In Felixstowe, working alongside an experienced team where care and service are already well embedded
- In Ipswich, being the go-to for dispensing in a small team, with the independence and ownership that comes with it
- Delivering a genuinely consultative dispensing experience – helping patients find eyewear that suits their face, lifestyle and personality, not just their prescription
- Working with higher-end and bespoke frames and lenses, including more complex prescriptions
- Helping shape how the Ipswich practice looks after its patients as it becomes part of the business
What We're Looking For
- GOC-registered Dispensing Optician
- Someone who enjoys premium and bespoke product and feels confident guiding patients towards it
- Equally comfortable working within a team and working more independently in a smaller setting
- A warm, unhurried approach with patients and real pride in getting the detail right
- Happy to work across both Felixstowe and Ipswich
What's on Offer
- Around £35,000 FTE, pro rata for 3–4 days per week
- Part-time hours with some flexibility
- Rotational Saturdays off, and never Sundays or bank holidays
- Parking available
- A higher-end, service-led environment rather than a high-volume setup
- An independent business that's growing
Interested?
This one suits a Dispensing Optician who wants a better balance – fewer days, proper time with patients, and a role that matters in how a new practice runs.
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Dispensing Optician in Felixstowe employer: Zest Optical
Join a well-established independent practice in Hastings, East Sussex, where your passion for patient care will be valued and nurtured. With a strong focus on professional development, flexible working hours, and a supportive team environment, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your skills while enjoying a work-life balance that includes no Sundays. Experience the unique culture of a practice dedicated to providing exceptional eye care and creating memorable experiences for every patient.
