Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Hunts Of Sleaford Opticians (Vision Express)
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About this role
Hunts Of Sleaford Opticians (Vision Express), located at 11 Market Place, North Kesteven, NG34 7SR, seeks an Assistant Manager to support the Practice Manager in delivering exceptional patient care and operational efficiency. This role is crucial in bridging the gap between front-line staff and senior management, ensuring seamless day-to-day functioning.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supervising the floor team, fostering a productive and supportive work environment.
- Managing patient queries and resolving escalated issues with professionalism and empathy.
- Assisting with stock management and ordering, maintaining optimal inventory levels.
- Deputising in the Practice Manager's absence, ensuring continuity of leadership.
- Contributing to team training and development programmes, enhancing skillsets.
This position offers a significant opportunity to develop leadership capabilities within a recognised optical group.
What working in a role like this could offer you
At Hunts Of Sleaford Opticians (Vision Express), this Assistant Manager role offers significant professional development. You will gain valuable leadership and commercial experience, contributing directly to practice performance and operational efficiency. This position provides a clear pathway for career progression, with opportunities to advance into practice management and further within the wider Vision Express network.