Dispensing Optician

Ready to deliver the best patient care from the heart of our store? If your answer is yes, as a qualified Dispensing Optician, you could be a role model playing a key part in creating a warm, friendly atmosphere, and an outstanding store environment for our customers and industry-leading team. 

Our store   

Woodbridge is a beautiful and vibrant market town in Suffolk. It is an amazing base to explore all of Suffolk, being only 8 miles from the coast a day on the beach is essential! The town have one of the only two working tide mills in the UK and it is situated on the edge of outstanding natural beauty. There is an abundance of indoor and outdoor activities including boutique shops and restaurants. 
Not only is the location recognised as one of the gems in the counties crown, but it also has fantastic public transport by train and bus, including connections to London, Cambridge, and Norwich. You can reach the capital in only 90 minutes!!
Specsavers Woodbridge is a prime example of why Specsavers is the Market Leader in Optics! After a recent relocation to a large, modern 9 test room store, Woodbridge is equipped with all the newest equipment and IT system. 

Our team   

We have a first-class support team in place to make our store run like clockwork. We also have the most beautiful surrounding for a tranquil lunch break. 
Not only do we have all the equipment, but our directors are always there for you and will support progression both clinically and professionally. Our Director Victoria Robins has been with Specsavers since her pre-reg and has first-hand experience of the progression Specsavers can offer. Not only is this but her Husband Adam our store manager creating a support net for your every need! 

What’s on offer?   

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:  

• Salary: £33,000 per/annum (dependent on experience).
• Monthly in-store individual bonus, worth up to £140 per month.
• Full Time or Part Time hours available. 
• Working Pattern: 1 weekend day per week required, with a range of flexible shifts available. Able to accommodate regular days off. 
• Professional development supported and encouraged in store. Options to explore accreditations, conversion courses and partner pathway. 
• Supervision opportunities on offer for 2 X trainee DO's that are in pipeline. 
• 33 days annual leave. 
• Professional fees are covered. 

Find out more 

We do need you to have a few skills to get started in this role. Firstly, you’ll need a BSc (HONS) in Ophthalmic Dispensing and an excellent understanding of both the optics and audiology customer journeys. You must have excellent listening and communication skills, be passionate about providing top-notch customer service, and be a great team worker. 

Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply!  

Contact Jessica Robinson via jessica.robinson@specsavers.com or on 07935 601662.