Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Asda (Hollingbury)
Here at the Federation, we don't rely on advertised vacancies. We talk to employers and really understand what kind of people would thrive within their business.
This is an example of a role within this practice. If it matches what you're looking for, we can approach the business directly, explore current or future opportunities, and position you for roles that may never reach the open market.
Opportunities within practices like this often arise through growth, team changes, or performance needs rather than public advertising. We regularly support candidates into roles here by proactively opening conversations based on what they want.
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About this role
In an optical practice environment similar to Asda (Hollingbury), the Practice Manager holds significant operational and leadership responsibilities. This involves overseeing daily operations, from appointment scheduling to stock management and supplier liaison. A key aspect of the role is leading and developing the optical team, fostering a positive and productive work atmosphere. The Practice Manager also drives commercial performance, ensuring the practice meets its targets while upholding the highest standards of clinical governance and patient care. This position acts as a vital link, translating business objectives into actionable strategies for the clinical team, ensuring alignment and smooth practice functioning in Brighton and Hove.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a clear pathway for career progression within the optical sector. Opportunities may arise for advancement into area management, regional oversight, or multi-site leadership roles. Access to professional development programmes, including management training, industry events, and leadership workshops, is often available. A degree of autonomy in influencing the practice's performance, culture, and team development is typically afforded. Considering the location in Brighton and Hove, the role also presents lifestyle considerations associated with living and working in a vibrant coastal city.