Dispensing Manager

Opportunity for a Dispensing Optician Practice Manager in Uckfield!

Are you an experienced Dispensing Optician looking to lead a thriving independent practice? We’re searching for a full-time Practice Manager to join our team in Uckfield, a charming town with a rural feel and excellent connections to Tunbridge Wells and London. As Uckfield’s only independent optician, we offer personalised patient care in a beautifully refitted, modern, and comfortable practice. 

About the Role

As Practice Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading a small, close-knit team committed to outstanding patient care and professional service. Here’s a look at what the role offers:

• Engaged and Collaborative Team: Work alongside a Dispensing Optician (DO), a regular optometrist, and two support staff on rotation, with the support of audiology services once a week.
• Premium Dispensing Tools: The practice includes a Rodenstock Impressionist Mirror to support high-quality, personalised dispensing.
• Top Designer Selection: Offer patients a diverse mix of frames, including Tom Ford and a blend of modern and traditional styles.

Your Role

As a key leader in the practice, you’ll oversee operations, drive excellence in patient care, and foster a warm, welcoming environment that Uckfield residents can trust. Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Patient First Approach: Take time to understand and meet each patient’s unique visual needs, offering tailored solutions that keep them coming back.
• Friendly, Professional Service: Our team prides itself on providing a personable, knowledgeable experience for patients, and we seek someone who shares that dedication.
• Community Engagement: Become an ambassador for independent eye care in Uckfield, helping us build relationships and enhance our presence within the town.

Why Join Us?

In addition to the unique community and tranquil setting of Uckfield, working with Barracloughs and the Hakim Group offers fantastic professional benefits:

• Close-Knit Team Environment: Collaborate with skilled, friendly colleagues who are committed to excellence in a supportive work culture.
• Modern, Comfortable Practice: Refurbished in 2018, our practice has a sleek, modern design that provides an inviting space for both patients and staff.
• Great Work-Life Balance: Our structured workweek is Tuesday to Saturday (closed Mondays), allowing you to enjoy regular time off while maintaining a steady, five-day schedule.

About Barracloughs and the Hakim Group

As a Barracloughs practice within the Hakim Group, you’ll have access to continuous professional development, a network of support, and opportunities for career growth. The Hakim Group empowers independent practices like ours to thrive by offering resources, innovation, and collaboration while allowing us to maintain our independent identity.

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to lead an independent practice to new heights, make an impact in the Uckfield community, and build a fulfilling career, we’d love to meet you!