Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Daniels & Wheatcroft Opticians
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 a practice management role at an optical practice environment similar to Daniels & Wheatcroft Opticians, a Practice Manager would oversee daily operations and lead the practice team. This involves ensuring the smooth delivery of services, from appointment scheduling to stock management and supplier liaison. A key aspect is fostering a positive team culture and managing performance to achieve commercial targets while upholding high clinical governance standards and regulatory compliance. The Practice Manager acts as a crucial link, translating business objectives into operational realities and ensuring the clinical team's efforts align with the practice's commercial goals. The focus remains on delivering an exceptional patient journey throughout their visit.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a pathway for career progression within the optical sector. Opportunities may arise for advancement into area management, regional oversight, or multi-site leadership roles. A commitment to professional development is often evident, with access to management training programmes, industry events, and leadership development initiatives. Such positions typically grant a significant degree of autonomy, allowing the Practice Manager to influence practice performance, culture, and patient care strategies. Furthermore, roles in locations such as Kingston upon Hull, City of, can offer a good work-life balance, with the city providing a range of amenities and transport links.