Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Specsavers Opticians (Oadby)
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 (Oadby), the Practice Manager oversees daily operations and team leadership. This role involves managing the business aspects to ensure smooth running, from stock control and supplier relationships to driving commercial targets. A key part of the position is leading and developing the optical team, fostering a positive and productive work environment. The Practice Manager acts as a crucial link, translating the practice's business objectives into actionable plans for the clinical and support staff. Maintaining high standards of clinical governance and ensuring an exceptional patient experience are also central to the responsibilities, contributing to the practice's overall success in Oadby and Wigston.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a defined career pathway with opportunities for advancement, potentially into area management or multi-site leadership roles. Access to comprehensive professional development programmes, including management training and industry-specific leadership courses, is common. Such positions often provide a significant degree of autonomy, allowing scope to influence the practice's performance, culture, and operational strategies. Considering the location in Oadby and Wigston, a role like this could also offer the lifestyle advantages associated with a well-established community setting while managing a key optical service.