Dispensing Optician

Dispensing Optician Vacancy - Coton & Hamblin Optometrists

We’re a friendly, community focused, independent opticians where our people and our patients come first. As a Dispensing Optician with us, you’ll be part of a close-knit group that values your skills, supports your growth, and encourages you to thrive. You’ll have the freedom to do what’s right for each patient, without the pressure of quick turnarounds or sales targets, so if you’re looking for a practice where your experience and knowledge is valued, with a team that works collaboratively - a role with us could be right for you. 

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance#

We’re looking for a ideally a full time Dispensing Optician 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.

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.

Coton & Hamblin was established in 1904 - we have 121 years of trading locally and we have a very loyal patient base with generations of families.  

As an independent we stock a variety of frames from well known brands to more smaller niche companies - the dispensing team choose the frames they feel our patients will wear and love.

For lenses we have equipment to personalise all types of lenses from single vision to advanced varifocals which use AI to uniquely tailor the lenses to the patients visual needs.

We have a great team - experienced, friendly and welcoming - everyone pitches in to make a warm environment.

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 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.

Additional Information:

• You must be registered with the GOC or appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role
• Our frame selection include David Bekham, Boss, Carolina Herrera, RayBan, Wolf, Bellinger, Eye Space, Pro Design, Nifties
• We have 2 consulting rooms
• We are a team of 15 across the 2 practices
• This role requires you to work Saturdays (9am to 1pm)
• Our appointment times are 30 minutes and upwards

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch