Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Vision Express Opticians At Tesco (Leicester, Hamilton)
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 daily operations of an optical practice environment similar to Vision Express Opticians At Tesco (Leicester, Hamilton) in Leicester. This role typically involves assisting the Practice Manager with the smooth running of the business, including overseeing the floor team and ensuring excellent patient service. Key responsibilities could include 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. The position also supports team training and development, acting as a crucial link between the front-line staff and senior management.
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 leading to a Practice Manager position and further opportunities within optical retail management. It provides significant opportunities for skill development in leadership, commercial awareness, and operational management. Involvement in key decision-making and contributing to the practice's performance metrics can be highly rewarding. For those based in or near Leicester, such a role offers the chance to develop professionally while working within a well-established optical retail setting.