via indeed · 6 July 2026 ·9 days ago

Optical Assistant

Keith Holland Opticians
Cheltenham parttime, fulltime
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We are a true independent practice with a loyal patient base, an exceptional reputation, and a passion for doing things to a high standard. We are looking for an experienced, detail\-driven senior optical dispenser who takes pride in delivering outstanding, personalised patient care.

The Role

This is not a volume\-driven environment. You will have:

  • 60\-minute dispensing appointments

  • 30\-minute collection \& adjustment appointments

  • Your own dispensing diary

  • Close 1:1 collaboration with our Optometrists

  • The opportunity to see patients from initial dispense through to final adjustments
Clinical \& Technical Expertise Required

You must be confident and experienced in:

  • All aspects of dispensing:

  • Single vision, bifocals \& multifocals

  • Occupational lenses

  • High prescriptions \& complex cases

  • Frame fitting with meticulous attention to detail

  • Understanding patient tolerance levels and troubleshooting adaptation issues

  • Accurate and compliant record keeping
Creative \& Commercial Involvement

This is a role for someone who wants influence and help drive our expanding practice forward

You will have the opportunity to:

  • Collaborate directly with premium eyewear brands

  • Help hand\-pick and curate our frame collections

  • Get creative with stock management and inventory strategy

  • Introduce new lens technologies and product ideas

  • Contribute to business development and service improvements
The Environment
  • Calm, organised, and highly professional

  • Friendly, collaborative team culture

  • Broad multidisciplinary approach, including behavioural optometry

  • Loyal, long\-standing patient relationships

  • True independent practice ethos
We value empathy, emotional intelligence, and the ability to reassure and guide patients who may feel overwhelmed or uncertain. A can do, positive mind set is essential.

What We’re Looking For

You are:

  • Technically strong and clinically confident

  • Meticulous with detail and accuracy

  • Organised and efficient

  • A clear communicator with patients, colleagues, and suppliers

  • Passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes
Most importantly, you care deeply about getting it right.

What We Offer

  • Freedom to dispense what is genuinely best for each patient

  • No Sundays or Bank Holidays

  • No requirement to work every weekend

  • Work\-life balance genuinely respected

  • 1 complimentary pair of glasses per year

  • Social events \& occasional work trips

  • A supportive team that values your input

  • Opportunity to shape the future of the practice
If you are an experienced dispensing professional who wants autonomy, creativity, and the chance to work in a high\-quality independent setting, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time

Pay: £26,000\.00\-£35,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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