Optical Practice Manager - Cardiff - Independent Opticians - Up to 40K

Optical Practice ManagerCardiff, Wales Reference: 100108RW
  • Independent Opticians with over 40 years in the local community
  • Salary £30,000–£40,000 depending on experience
  • 3–5 days per week with flexible working pattern
  • Lead a small team of 2–3 and manage day-to-day operations
  • Split role across Cardiff and a nearby practice

Optical Practice Manager Jobs – Cardiff

Independent Practice | £30,000–£40,000 | 3–5 Days

Zest Optical are working alongside a well-established independent Opticians in Cardiff to recruit an Optical Practice Manager to join their friendly team.
This long-standing, family-run practice has been serving the local community for over 40 years and is focused on delivering high standards of eye care, service, and a well-run environment.
You’ll play a key role in leading a small team and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the practice, with time split between the Cardiff branch and a nearby location.

Optical Practice Manager – Role

  • Lead and support a small team of 2–3 people
  • Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice
  • Oversee all optical administration and compliance processes
  • Maintain high standards of customer service and patient care
  • Still very hands on dispensing and customer service
  • Work across two practices, with majority in Cardiff and 1 day in a nearby branch
  • Ensure the practice remains organised, efficient, and well presented

Optical Practice Manager – Requirements

  • Previous optical experience is essential
  • Either an experienced Optical Practice Manager or a Dispensing Optician with supervisory or management experience
  • Confident leading a small team and taking responsibility for daily operations
  • Well-organised with a good understanding of optical admin and compliance
  • Strong communication skills and a hands-on approach

Package

  • Basic salary £30,000–£40,000 (DOE)
  • Professional fees covered for DO's
  • 3, 4 or 5 days per week available
  • 1 in 4 Saturdays required (additional may be needed to cover holidays or sickness)
  • Supportive independent environment

To Apply

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV to Zest Optical or contact us for a confidential discussion about the role.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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Contact: Rebecca Wood
Email: rebecca.wood@zestoptical.com
Telephone: 0114 238 1726