Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at D I Blow Opticians (Ilkeston)
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
An opportunity may exist for an individual to support the management of an optical practice environment similar to D I Blow Opticians (Ilkeston). In this type of role, you would typically assist the Practice Manager with the day-to-day running of the business. Key duties could involve supervising the patient-facing team, addressing patient concerns, and handling escalated queries. You would also contribute to stock control and ordering processes. Acting as deputy in the Practice Manager's absence is a core function. This position serves to connect the frontline staff with senior operational decisions and contributes to the ongoing training and development of the team.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a defined pathway for career progression, potentially leading to a Practice Manager position and further advancement within the optical sector. You could develop a broad range of skills, including leadership, commercial acumen, and operational management. This position often provides a degree of responsibility, with involvement in key decision-making processes that impact practice performance. For those based in or around Erewash, such a role could offer a stable and fulfilling professional engagement within a community-focused healthcare setting.