Optical Advisor / Assistant Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Radstock
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£27,000 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Optical dispensing knowledge Customer service excellence Team leadership Sales acumen Communication skills Organisational skills Training and mentoring Commercial awareness

FULL DESCRIPTION

Optical Advisor / Assistant Manager

Location: Radstock, Somerset

Salary: £27,000 per year (competitive basic + achievable bonus)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time, On-site

Job Reference: FH39034

Published: 28th January 2026

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry is supporting an exciting opportunity for an Optical Advisor to join a reputable Independent Optical and Hearing company based in Radstock, Somerset. This opportunity would suit an experienced Optical Advisor or Assistant Manager looking to step into a comprehensive position with mentoring and long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Help manage the day-to-day running of the practice
  • Help lead and support the team to deliver excellent customer service
  • Work towards store and company performance targets
  • Drive business growth and profitability
  • Ensure high clinical and customer care standards
  • Provide training and ongoing support to team members
  • Stay up to date with the latest optical and hearing care developments
  • Motivate, support, and lead by example

Candidate Requirements

  • Previous experience in optics essential
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commercially aware with good organisational skills
  • Confident, approachable, and hands-on management style
  • Keen to learn, develop, and progress within the optical industry

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a specialist Optometry recruitment consultancy with over 25 years’ experience, supporting Optical Advisors, Practice Managers, and Optometrists across the UK & Ireland. Our confidential, consultancy-led recruitment model ensures discretion for both candidates and employers.

How to Apply

To apply for this Optical Advisor/Assistant Manager Job in Radstock, or to enquire about additional Optometry opportunities, please contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in confidence:

  • Freephone: 0800 085 0858
  • Mobile: [contact hidden]
  • Email: [contact hidden]

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