Hakim Group
Dispensing Optician
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About the Company
Dispensing Optician Vacancy - Pople and Broad, Heathfield
At Pople & Broad, people are at the heart of everything we do. As a long-established independent practice, we've been caring for the Heathfield community for generations, building genuine relationships with our patients and becoming a trusted part of local life. Our friendly, experienced team takes pride in providing personalised care, taking the time to get to know each patient and delivering the highest standard of clinical service.
Nestled in the heart of the East Sussex countryside, Heathfield offers the perfect balance of rural charm and everyday convenience. With its welcoming community, independent shops, cafés, and excellent local amenities, it's an ideal place for those looking to enjoy a slower pace of life without feeling disconnected.
About the Role
We’re looking for a part-time Dispensing Optician (4 days a week + 1 Saturday per month) to join us in delivering the kind of personalised, patient-first care we’re known for. You’ll play an important role in helping people see and feel their best, by offering expert advice, guiding them through frame and lens choices, and making sure every fit is as comfortable and accurate as it is stylish.
Working days would be Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays with 1 Saturday per month. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building trust with patients, and being part of a supportive, tight-knit team. You’ll have the time and freedom to do your job properly by providing honest, expert care. Working closely with the rest of the team, you’ll help create a smooth and positive experience for every patient who walks through the door.
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As a qualified Dispensing Optician, you’ll use your technical skills and product knowledge to recommend the best lens and frame options for each individual’s visual and lifestyle needs. You'll do contact lens teaching and low vision aid. You’ll take accurate measurements, ensure high-quality fittings, and manage complex prescriptions or adjustments with confidence. You’ll also be on hand to support patients with queries or concerns, help the team resolve any dispensing-related issues, and contribute to the upkeep and organisation of the practice. Most importantly, you’ll be someone who takes pride in great service — and who brings warmth, care, and expertise to every interaction.
Responsibilities
- Deliver personalised, patient-first care.
- Offer expert advice and guide patients through frame and lens choices.
- Ensure every fit is as comfortable and accurate as it is stylish.
- Work Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays with 1 Saturday per month.
- Connect with people and build trust with patients.
- Be part of a supportive, tight-knit team.
- Provide honest, expert care with the time and freedom to do your job properly.
- Help create a smooth and positive experience for every patient who walks through the door.
- Use technical skills and product knowledge to recommend the best lens and frame options for each individual’s visual and lifestyle needs.
- Carry out contact lens teaching and low vision aid.
- Take accurate measurements and ensure high-quality fittings.
- Manage complex prescriptions or adjustments with confidence.
- Support patients with queries or concerns.
- Help the team resolve any dispensing-related issues.
- Contribute to the upkeep and organisation of the practice.
- Bring warmth, care, and expertise to every interaction.
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Qualifications
You must be registered with the GOC or appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role.
Required Skills
- Technical skills and product knowledge to recommend lens and frame options.
- Ability to take accurate measurements and ensure high-quality fittings.
- Confidence in managing complex prescriptions or adjustments.
- Strong patient care and communication skills.
- Ability to provide contact lens teaching and low vision aid.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a supportive, tight-knit team.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working in an independent practice environment.
- Comfort in building long-term relationships with patients and the local community.
You will Receive
- Free & regular CPD courses.
- Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases).
- Retail discounts.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Staff parking on the high street.
- Your birthday off work.
- No Sunday or bank holiday working.
- Our appointment times are 30 minutes.
- This role requires you to work 1 Saturday per month (9 am - 1 pm).
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Pople & Broad, people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive environment for all patients and team members. We value warmth, care, and respect in every interaction and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
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