OPTICAL BRANCH MANAGER - Addlestone

Job description

Key details

• Location: Addlestone (KT15 2AF)
• Pay: Competitive base salary, plus bonuses
• Hours: Full-time, including Saturday working
• Contract: Permanent

About the role

Are you a qualified, GOC-registered Dispensing Optician looking to progress your career beyond dispensing and into leadership? An independent, family-owned company is looking for an ambitious Dispensing Optician to join their Addlestone practice as Branch Manager. Whether you have already gained some supervisory experience or are ready for your first management position, you will receive the support, training and development needed to succeed.

Working within a dedicated single-clinic team, you will have the autonomy to influence how the practice operates while receiving ongoing support from experienced leaders across the wider business.

Duties may include

• Leading, coaching and motivating your team to deliver exceptional service
• Creating a positive and supportive branch culture
• Building strong customer relationships and ensuring high levels of satisfaction
• Driving branch performance through effective planning and execution
• Managing branch operations and ensuring excellent standards across all areas

The ideal candidate

• Qualified Dispensing Optician with full GOC registration
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A positive, proactive approach to leadership and commercial awareness
• Previous management experience welcomed but not essential

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, with bonuses to earn above base pay
• Structured learning and leadership development opportunities
• Ongoing support from experienced Area Managers and senior leaders
• Staff discounts
• Contribution towards gym and club memberships
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bramley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £42,000 and £56,000 Per Month

Published at

01-11-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English