Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Edwards & Miles 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 an optical practice environment similar to Edwards & Miles Opticians in Leicester, the Assistant Manager role supports the Practice Manager with the daily running of the business. Key responsibilities could include supervising the floor team, ensuring smooth patient flow, and handling patient queries or escalations. This position also involves contributing to stock management and ordering processes. The Assistant Manager acts as a deputy when the Practice Manager is unavailable, maintaining operational continuity. This role serves to bridge the communication and operational gap between the front-line team and senior management, fostering a cohesive practice environment and supporting team training and development initiatives.
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, potentially leading to a Practice Manager position and further opportunities within the optical sector. It provides a platform for developing leadership, commercial acumen, and operational management skills. Involvement in decision-making processes and contributing to practice performance can be highly rewarding. Furthermore, working in Leicester offers a good balance of urban amenities and accessibility, contributing positively to lifestyle considerations for optical professionals based in the East Midlands.