Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Hawley Optical (Glazing House)
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 Assistant Manager to support the leadership of an optical practice environment similar to Hawley Optical (Glazing House) in Rotherham. This role involves assisting the Practice Manager with day-to-day operations, including overseeing the front-of-house team and ensuring a high standard of patient care. Responsibilities could encompass handling patient queries and resolving escalated issues, contributing to effective stock management and ordering processes, and acting as deputy when the Practice Manager is unavailable. This position bridges the operational team and senior management, fostering efficient communication and supporting staff development initiatives. It offers a chance to develop leadership skills within a community-focused optical setting.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a pathway for professional growth within optical practice management, potentially leading to further senior positions. A position of this nature provides substantial opportunities for developing leadership capabilities, commercial acumen, and operational management experience. You would likely gain valuable exposure to decision-making processes and contribute directly to the performance of the practice. Furthermore, working in the Rotherham area offers a good balance of professional life and personal amenities, contributing to overall lifestyle considerations.