Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Specsavers Opticians (Croydon Church St)
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 Specsavers Opticians (Croydon Church St), the Practice Manager role involves overseeing all day-to-day operations. This includes leading the optical team, managing staff performance, and ensuring high standards of patient care. The role requires driving the commercial success of the practice by managing targets and stock levels effectively. A key responsibility is to maintain robust clinical governance and compliance with GOC regulations. The Practice Manager acts as a crucial link, translating business objectives into actionable plans for the clinical and front-of-house teams. Ensuring an excellent customer journey from appointment booking to aftercare is paramount.
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 into area management or multi-site leadership within a large optical group. Opportunities for professional development are often available, including leadership training programmes and support for continuing professional development. Such a role could provide significant autonomy in influencing practice performance, team culture, and operational efficiency. Considering the location in Croydon, it offers good transport links and a vibrant retail environment, contributing to a positive work-life balance. A typical package might include performance-related bonuses and other employment perks.