Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Vision Express Opticians (Leicester, Highcross Shopping Centre)
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 Vision Express Opticians (Leicester, Highcross Shopping Centre), a Practice Manager typically oversees all aspects of daily operations. This involves leading the store team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care, and driving commercial success. Key responsibilities include managing stock and supplier relationships, maintaining high standards of clinical governance, and optimising the practice's financial performance. The Practice Manager acts as a crucial link, translating the organisation's business objectives into actionable plans for the clinical and customer service teams. They ensure the practice operates efficiently and ethically, fostering a positive environment for both staff and patients in Leicester.
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 area management or regional oversight roles within a national optical group. Opportunities for professional development are common, including access to management training programmes, industry conferences, and leadership development initiatives. Such a position often provides a degree of autonomy, allowing influence over practice performance, team culture, and local service delivery. For those based in Leicester, the role offers the chance to contribute to a busy shopping centre environment, balancing professional responsibilities with the amenities of the city.