Specsavers
Dispensing Optician
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Optical Specialist – Dispensing Optician (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Specsavers in Bathgate is seeking an experienced Dispensing Optician to join their dynamic team on a full or part-time basis (minimum 3 days).
Located just 40 minutes east of Glasgow, the store recently relocated to a brand-new, modern facility featuring state-of-the-art equipment, including up to 6 testing rooms. You’ll thrive in a collaborative team of 15, renowned for their warmth, sociability, and regularly organised outings.
Key Benefits:
- Convenient on-site parking available
- Just a 5-minute walk from Bathgate railway station
What’s On Offer?
The role comes with a competitive package, including:
- Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience and responsibilities
- Performance Bonus: Strong, scheme-based incentives
- Flexibility: Available on full- or part-time basis
- Work-Life Balance: No Sunday working or late nights
- Holiday Entitlement: 28 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- Optional Benefits: Free private medical and dental cover
- Professional Support: Professional fees paid
- Career Growth: Unlimited clinical and professional development opportunities, including paid training and specialisms tailored to your interests
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About the Role
As a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Bathgate, you’ll ensure patients receive expert care, guidance, and the highest standard of eyewear. You’ll:
- Evaluate prescriptions and recommend suitable eyewear options
- Fit and complete frames to precision
- Educate patients on eye health, proper care, and lens types
- Collaborate closely with other eye care clinicians (optometrists/dispensers)
- May take on additional leadership or training opportunities
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- Must hold fully-qualified Dispensing Optician registration (GCSE Maths/A-Level Maths preferred)
- Demonstrable experience in clinical eyewear dispensing, including lab work (if applicable)
- Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical information
- Comfortable working autonomously yet capable of teamwork
- Must be keen to continue developing expertise through further training
Join Us! Ready to be part of a friendly, growing team that values expertise and ambّتion? Contact Lauren to learn more: 📞 07549 210919 ✉️ lauren.singh@specsavers.com
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