Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Optical Express (Leicester)
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 in an optical practice environment similar to Optical Express (Leicester) in Leicester. This role supports the Practice Manager in overseeing daily operations. Key responsibilities could include supervising the front-line team, ensuring a high standard of patient care, and addressing patient queries or escalations. The position also involves assisting with stock management and ordering, and deputising in the Practice Manager's absence. This role serves to bridge the gap between the patient-facing team and practice leadership, contributing to the smooth functioning and development of the practice.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a clear pathway for career progression, potentially leading to a Practice Manager position and further opportunities within a larger optical group. It provides a chance to develop key leadership, commercial, and operational management skills. The role involves a significant level of responsibility, with input into day-to-day decision-making and the practice's performance metrics. For those based in or near Leicester, a position like this could offer a stable and fulfilling role within the local community, contributing to the health and wellbeing of residents.