Optical Assistant
Zest Business Group Ltd - Bracknell, Berkshire
£26,000 to £28,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Optical Assistant Location: Bracknell, Berkshire Salary: Up to £28,000 + uncapped bonus Hours: Full time Working pattern: 9:30am - 6:00pm, with one weekend day required About the Opportunity We're recruiting on behalf of a premium, fast-growing optical practice in Bracknell for an Optical Assistant to join their expanding team. The business is known for delivering best-in-class customer service, offering an impressive range of high-quality eyewear, and embracing advanced optical technology within a modern and welcoming environment. Due to continued growth and strong demand, they're now looking to add another Optical Assistant to the team, offering an excellent opportunity to join a thriving practice with genuine scope for development. The Role As an Optical Assistant, you'll play a key part in delivering an exceptional patient experience while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practice. Your responsibilities will include: Welcoming patients and guiding them through their visit Supporting frame styling and eyewear consultations Dispensing support including measurements, adjustments, and collections Maintaining high presentation standards across the practice Working closely with the team to deliver consistently high levels of service About You This role would suit someone who: Has previous experience working within optics Is passionate about eyewear, styling, and customer experience Takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service Is confident, personable, and professional with patients Enjoys working in a modern, fast-paced environment What's On Offer Salary up to £28,000 Uncapped bonus scheme, with existing team members earning £400+ per month Full-time, stable working hours A modern, high-end practice environment Support from an experienced and friendly team Genuine opportunities for development within a growing business How to Apply If you're an Optical Assistant looking for a role where you can build relationships, work at a high standard, and feel genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Kieran Lindley via WhatsApp for more information.
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Business Development Manager - Cable Management
Bridgewater Recruitment Group - Leeds, West Yorkshire
£35,000 to £45,000 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
A brand-new business location within a specialist cable management division is looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to help build the customer base and drive sales across Yorkshire, the Humber, the North East and Lincolnshire. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new venture at an early stage, giving you the chance to make a real impact as the business grows. You'll have the backing of an established and highly respected national group, while enjoying the autonomy to develop your own territory, build strong customer relationships and win new business. You'll be joining a £1.7 billion group of distribution businesses with an excellent reputation for quality products, strong supplier relationships and high levels of customer service. The group offers genuine opportunities for career progression, alongside financial rewards for commercial success. Rewards As a Business Development Manager, you will receive: A competitive starting salary of £35,000 - £45,000 (negotiable depending on experience) Excellent bonus potential Company car Company pension scheme Ongoing training and development Long-term career progression within a successful national group Responsibilities As a Business Development Manager, you will: Develop new business opportunities across Yorkshire, the Humber, the North East and Lincolnshire Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and decision-makers Collaborate with branch and internal sales teams to drive growth Identify new market opportunities and industry trends Achieve sales targets and business objectives Requirements To be successful in this role, you should: Ideally be from a HVAC, air conditioning or mechanical background Possess strong sales and relationship-building skills Be commercially minded with the drive to identify and win new business Have excellent communication and customer service abilities Be organised, self-motivated and capable of managing your own territory Hold a full UK driving licence If you think you have what it takes, apply today to find out more!
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Dispensing Optician
Zest Business Group Ltd - Manchester, Greater Manchester
£30,000 to £33,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Dispensing Optician | Manchester City Centre | Bespoke Styling Practice | Up to £33,000 + Bonus Potential £12,000+ Some practices dispense glasses. This one choreographs an experience - the coffee, the music, the curated tray of frames chosen just for you - and has built one of the most talked-about reputations in the country doing it. At a Glance Dispensing Optician (Styling Consultant) role, Manchester city centre Up to £33,000 salary + bonus potential exceeding £12,000 Full time, 9:00am-5:30pm, one full weekend off per month No rushed dispenses - full styling consultations built around the individual About the Opportunity Zest Optical are working in partnership with one of the UK's most respected boutique styling practices, based in the heart of Manchester city centre. This isn't a practice that dispenses off a rack. Every client goes through a full styling consultation - getting to know their lifestyle, their personality, what they actually want to feel like in a frame - before a tray of hand-picked options is curated just for them. Every touchpoint is considered. The coffee is locally roasted. The music is chosen. The pace is unhurried. It's a service philosophy borrowed from the best names in hospitality as much as from optics, and it shows: a five-star reputation built on hundreds of genuine reviews, a client base that returns for decades, and a calendar that includes trunk shows, collection launches and team socials rather than just another week on the shop floor. Opticians travel from across the UK and internationally just to see how this practice does what it does - this is very much the flagship for that way of working. The Role Lead full styling consultations - understanding a client's lifestyle, features and personal style before curating their tray of frames Guide clients through a genuinely bespoke eyewear journey, not a transactional dispense Build long-term relationships with clients who return again and again, often for years Get involved in trunk shows, collection launches and events that showcase the practice's range Work alongside a small, close-knit team who take real pride in the standard they deliver Be part of a practice actively shaping what "best in class" looks like for the wider industry What We're Looking For GOC-registered Dispensing Optician Someone who sees eyewear as identity and personal style, not just a prescription solution A natural, warm communicator who can build genuine rapport quickly Comfortable being coached to a very high service standard - this is closer to luxury retail or hospitality than a typical optical role Genuine excitement at the idea of working somewhere this considered, rather than intimidated by it Salary & Benefits Salary up to £33,000 Bonus potential exceeding £12,000 per year 9:00am-5:30pm, Monday to Saturday, with one full weekend off per month Access to trunk shows, supplier events and industry-leading training The chance to learn from a practice that other opticians travel to study Interested? This is a rare one, and it won't suit everyone - but for the right person, it's about as good as boutique optical gets in the UK. For a confidential conversation, click the 'Apply' link, or contact Kieran Lindley on WhatsApp for more information.
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Optical Assistant
Zest Business Group Ltd - Wokingham, Berkshire
£26,000 to £28,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Optical Assistant | Wokingham, Berkshire | Boutique Independent Practice | Up to £28,000 DOE There's a difference between fitting glasses and helping someone find the pair that actually makes them feel like themselves. In this practice, that difference is the whole point. About the Opportunity Zest Optical are supporting a luxury, boutique independent practice in Wokingham, Berkshire. This is a personalised eyecare and original eyewear practice built around a simple idea: patients deserve better than a rushed dispense off a rack. The collection reflects that - Tom Ford, Cutler and Gross, Garrett Leight, Lindberg, Moscot and Ørgreen Optics, all sitting within a considered, boutique environment where clinical excellence and genuine style advice go hand in hand. This is a practice that invests in advanced diagnostic technology, takes the time to get eye examinations right, and treats every dispense as a chance to do something a little more special. The Role Optical Assistant role within a well-established, luxury independent practice in Wokingham Deliver a genuinely consultative dispensing experience - helping patients choose frames and lenses that suit their face, lifestyle and personality, not just their prescription Work with a premium and designer frame range, including Tom Ford, Prada, Cutler and Gross, Lindberg and Moscot Support patients through personal frame consultations, children's dispenses and more complex lens requirements Be part of a close-knit team where care, precision and product knowledge are all valued equally What We're Looking For Successful track record working within the optical industry already A genuine interest in style, eyewear trends and premium/designer product Strong communication skills and a naturally warm, unhurried approach with patients Someone who takes pride in getting the detail right, from frame adjustment to lens choice What's on Offer Salary up to £28,000, depending on experience A boutique, design-led working environment rather than a high-volume setup The chance to work with genuinely exciting product Supportive, close-knit independent practice culture Professional fees and ongoing development supported Interested? This is one for an Optical Assistant who wants their day to be about more than volume - where care, craft and product all matter. For a confidential conversation, click the 'Apply' link, or contact Kieran Lindley on WhatsApp for more information.
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Optical Lab Technician
Zest Business Group Ltd - Bury, Greater Manchester
£13 to £14 an hour
PermanentFull time
Optical Glazing Technician | Bury, Greater Manchester | Online Prescription Eyewear Retailer | Up to £14.00 per hour DOE At a Glance Optical Glazing Technician (Lab Technician) role in a modern, well-equipped in-house optical lab Bury, Greater Manchester - on-site 5 hours a week, shifts across a seven-day operation Up to £14.00 per hour, depending on experience Established, fast-growing online retailer of prescription eyewear and luxury sunglasses About the Opportunity Zest Optical are supporting a well-established, fast-growing online retailer of prescription eyewear and luxury sunglasses, operating from their Head Office in Bury, Greater Manchester. Built on a strong reputation for quality and service, the business has invested heavily in its in-house Optical Glazing Lab - bringing in modern edging and glazing technology to keep pace with a growing prescription eyewear operation. This is a business that treats the lab as central to what they do, not an afterthought behind the scenes. The Role Optical Glazing Technician role within a modern, in-house optical lab supplying prescription spectacles and sunglasses Manufacture and glaze prescription eyewear to a consistently high standard, working accurately and efficiently Read and interpret optical prescriptions, including more complex and varifocal lenses Handle lens selection, blocking, edging, fitting and finishing across a variety of lens and frame types Quality-check completed work and troubleshoot glazing and lens-fitting issues as they arise Work with rimless, sports and wrap glazing alongside standard prescription work Follow Health & Safety, COSHH and company procedures throughout What We're Looking For Previous experience in an optical glazing laboratory is essential Confident using focimeters, blockers, edgers and glazing equipment Good knowledge of spectacle lenses, coatings and frame materials Comfortable interpreting a full range of optical prescriptions Experience with rimless, sports or wrap glazing would be an advantage Strong attention to detail and the ability to stay focused on precision work Reliable, organised and a good team player What's on Offer Up to £14.00 per hour, depending on experience Company pension Free on-site parking A modern, well-equipped Optical Glazing Lab with ongoing investment in equipment Training and development opportunities The chance to grow within a genuinely expanding eCommerce and prescription eyewear business Interested? This is one for an Optical Glazing Technician who takes real pride in getting the technical detail right, every time. For a confidential conversation, click the 'Apply' link, or contact Kieran Lindley on WhatsApp for more information.
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Dispensing Optician
Zest Business Group Ltd - Wokingham, Berkshire
£30,000 to £36,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Dispensing Optician | Wokingham, Berkshire | Boutique Independent Practice | Up to £38,000 DOE There's a difference between fitting glasses and helping someone find the pair that actually makes them feel like themselves. In this practice, that difference is the whole point. About the Opportunity Zest Optical are supporting a luxury, boutique independent practice in Wokingham, Berkshire. This is a personalised eyecare and original eyewear practice built around a simple idea: patients deserve better than a rushed dispense off a rack. The collection reflects that - Tom Ford, Cutler and Gross, Garrett Leight, Lindberg, Moscot and Ørgreen Optics, all sitting within a considered, boutique environment where clinical excellence and genuine style advice go hand in hand. This is a practice that invests in advanced diagnostic technology, takes the time to get eye examinations right, and treats every dispense as a chance to do something a little more special. The Role Dispensing Optician role within a well-established, luxury independent practice in Wokingham Deliver a genuinely consultative dispensing experience - helping patients choose frames and lenses that suit their face, lifestyle and personality, not just their prescription Work with a premium and designer frame range, including Tom Ford, Prada, Cutler and Gross, Lindberg and Moscot Support patients through personal frame consultations, children's dispenses and more complex lens requirements Be part of a close-knit team where care, precision and product knowledge are all valued equally What We're Looking For GOC-registered Dispensing Optician A genuine interest in style, eyewear trends and premium/designer product Strong communication skills and a naturally warm, unhurried approach with patients Someone who takes pride in getting the detail right, from frame adjustment to lens choice What's on Offer Salary up to £36,000, depending on experience A boutique, design-led working environment rather than a high-volume setup The chance to work with genuinely exciting product Supportive, close-knit independent practice culture Professional fees and ongoing development supported Interested? This is one for a Dispensing Optician who wants their day to be about more than volume - where care, craft and product all matter. For a confidential conversation, click the 'Apply' link, or contact Kieran Lindley on WhatsApp for more information.
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Optical Assistant
Zest Business Group Ltd - Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
£26,000 to £29,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Optical Assistant | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire | Family-Run Independent Practice | Up to £29,000 (Full-Time) Some practices measure a good day by how many pairs went out the door. This one measures it by how many smiles they put on people's faces. About the Opportunity Zest Optical are working in partnership with a growing, family-run independent opticians in Cheltenham - a relaxed, personality-led practice that's built its name on making people feel genuinely looked after, not just simply prescribed. This isn't a traditional, formal practice. The team know their regulars by name, ask how the kids are doing, and take real pride in helping people find eyewear that actually suits them. As the practice continues to grow, they're looking for someone who'll fit that culture as naturally as they fit the role. The Role Optical Assistant role within a small, close-knit, family-run independent practice in Cheltenham The focus here is dispensing and frame selection - genuinely helping patients choose eyewear that suits them, not rushing them through a sale Build real relationships with patients, offering the kind of continuity and familiarity that keeps people coming back to the same friendly faces Take ownership of your patients and see things through, rather than passing people along Be part of a relaxed, informal team culture where new ideas are welcomed, not shut down What We're Looking For Previous experience within an optical practice, with a working understanding of the core aspects of dispensing Above all, a natural people person - someone who enjoys conversation and connection as much as the product itself The right attitude for a relaxed, informal environment rather than a corporate or high-pressure one Excited about working with the finest products from across the globe What's on Offer Salary up to £29,000, full-time A genuinely close-knit, family-run environment rather than a corporate or high-volume setup Full training and support to bring you up to speed with the products and systems The chance to build lasting relationships with the same patients, not one-off transactions Interested? If you're someone who sees the person above anything, and you want to be part of a small team that's growing on its own terms, this is worth a conversation. For a confidential chat, contact Kieran Lindley on WhatsApp or click 'Apply'.
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Lab & Transformation Manager - Optical Lens Manufacturing
Zest Business Group Ltd - Buckinghamshire
PermanentFull time
Lab & Transformation Manager - Optical Lens Manufacturing Full Time | Buckinghamshire | Leading Ophthalmic Lens Manufacturer Zest Optical are working with a leading ophthalmic lens manufacturer to recruit an experienced Lab & Transformation Manager. This senior position would suit an experienced Optical Lab Manager, Optical Laboratory Manager or Optical Production Manager with a strong background in ophthalmic lens manufacturing. You will lead a large optical lens production facility, with overall responsibility for a team of approximately 42 people across multiple laboratory departments. You will manage operational performance while developing the people, processes and technology needed to support the laboratory's future growth. Working closely with the Operations Director, Engineering and Quality Assurance teams, you will maintain excellent production standards and develop a clear transformation strategy for the optical laboratory. The salary and wider package will be discussed with you in full before your CV or any personal details are shared with the client. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop a laboratory production team of approximately 42 people Oversee production across surfacing, inspection, spin tinting, dip tinting, hard coating, anti-reflective coating, final inspection, remote edging, glazing order entry and glazing Plan and coordinate production activity to achieve quality, service and customer delivery targets Monitor daily and weekly operational performance against agreed KPIs Identify production and service risks and develop appropriate contingency plans Review existing processes and implement improvements to productivity, quality and workflow Develop and deliver a clear transformation strategy for the laboratory Support the introduction of new technology, equipment, systems and production methods Work closely with Engineering, Quality Assurance and Customer Service to improve operational performance Provide regular reporting on production performance, defects, rejects and areas for improvement Develop team capability through coaching, training, cross-training and performance management Manage departmental costs and contribute to annual budget planning Maintain compliance with SOPs, health and safety requirements, PPE policies and relevant UK legislation Recruit and develop team members with the skills required to support current operations and future growth Lead technical and laboratory performance meetings with internal and external stakeholders About You You must be an experienced operational leader with a strong background in ophthalmic lens manufacturing and a thorough understanding of lens production processes. You will also have: Significant experience in a laboratory or production management role within ophthalmic lens manufacturing Strong technical knowledge of surfacing, coating, glazing and optical lens production processes A proven ability to lead, manage and develop a sizeable production team Experience managing operational performance through KPIs and performance metrics Knowledge of continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing principles Experience delivering process improvements and operational change A track record of improving productivity, quality and customer service Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills The ability to manage multiple priorities and projects within demanding timescales Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills A good understanding of quality systems, SOPs and health and safety requirements Strong IT skills and the ability to produce clear operational reports A calm, organised and commercially aware approach Experience supporting transformation, automation or wider business improvement programmes would be highly desirable. A Lean Six Sigma, Level 4 Diploma for Ophthalmic Technicians, SMC (Tech), ABDO or equivalent qualification would be beneficial, although this is not essential. Benefits Discretionary annual bonus Company pension scheme Life assurance Private healthcare Employee assistance and wellbeing support Ongoing professional development opportunities The opportunity to lead a highly skilled optical production facility and influence the future direction of a recognised industry leader Apply To apply for this Lab & Transformation Manager - Optical Lens Manufacturing position in Buckinghamshire, please submit your CV through Zest Optical. This opportunity may also suit candidates currently working as an Optical Lab Manager, Optical Laboratory Manager, Optical Production Manager, Lens Production Manager or Ophthalmic Laboratory Manager. All applications will be handled confidentially. The salary and complete employment package will be discussed with you before your CV or personal details are shared with the client. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Send us a message on Whatsapp!
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Optical Assistant
Zest Business Group Ltd - Brigg, Lincolnshire
£26,000 to £29,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Experienced Optical Assistant - Brigg, North Lincolnshire £26,000 to £29,000 DOE | Full or Part Time | Independent Opticians | Progression Opportunities Zest Optical are working with a well-established, family-run independent opticians to recruit an experienced Optical Assistant. Predominantly based at their Brigg practice, you will join a friendly team that provides high-quality NHS and private eye care to a loyal local patient base. The business is undergoing an exciting period of investment and development, including practice refurbishments and plans for continued growth. This would be an excellent opportunity for a confident Optical Assistant who enjoys delivering a personal service and would like to take on greater responsibility over time. Optical Assistant - Role * Providing a warm and professional service to patients * Dispensing a wide range of frames and lenses * Offering confident frame styling and lens advice * Completing collections, adjustments and minor repairs * Supporting patients throughout their journey, from arrival through to aftercare * Building strong relationships with a loyal and varied patient base * Helping with ordering, stock management and general practice administration * Working closely with the Optometrists and wider practice team * Supporting both the Brigg and Ashby practices, with the majority of time initially spent in Brigg * Taking on additional responsibilities as the role and business develop Optical Assistant - Requirements * Previous experience working within an optical practice is essential * Confident dispensing skills and good optical knowledge * Excellent customer service and communication skills * Friendly, approachable and comfortable building rapport with patients * Reliable, proactive and able to work independently * An interest in progressing and taking on greater responsibility * Must be comfortable working every Saturday Optical Assistant - Salary and Benefits * Salary between £26,000 and £29,000 depending on experience * Full-time or part-time options considered - to include a Sat * Working hours typically 8:30am to 4:30pm * No late evenings * 28 days' holiday including bank holidays for full-time employees * Practice closure for approximately two weeks over Christmas, using part of the annual leave allowance * Support and potential funding towards further qualifications, including the Dispensing Optician course * Genuine opportunity to develop into a senior or management position across both practices * Supportive owners who are committed to investing in their team and rewarding additional responsibility To apply for this Optical Assistant role in Brigg, North Lincolnshire, please send your CV or contact Zest Optical for further information. Send us a message on Whatsapp!
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Dispensing Optician
Zest Business Group Ltd - Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
£30,000 to £32,000 a year
PermanentFull time
About the Opportunity Zest Optical are recruiting on behalf of an award-winning independent optical practice in Nottingham known for delivering exceptional clinical care, personal service, and an elevated eyecare experience for every patient. This is a special position within a modern, boutique-style practice that embraces the latest diagnostic and dispensing technology, including advanced eye assessments, specialist contact lens services, dry eye clinics, myopia management, and a stylish glasses studio. Team culture is warm and supportive, with a passion for continuous learning, innovation and creating bespoke solutions for each patient. The Role As a Dispensing Optician, you'll be delivering a high-end dispensing experience that matches the clinical excellence of the practice. Your responsibilities will include: Providing expert dispensing advice tailored to individual lifestyle, prescription, and eye health needs Guiding patients through frame and lens selection with confidence and care Supporting advanced services including specialist contact lenses and boutique eyewear consultations Carrying out adjustments, repairs, fittings, and aftercare Delivering a memorable, personalised experience aligned to the practice's ethos Working closely with a dedicated and highly skilled team About You This role would suit someone who: Is a GOC-registered Dispensing Optician Is passionate about delivering exceptional, personalised patient care Is calm, confident, and professional with patients of all ages Enjoys working in a premium, quality-led environment Is proactive, organised, and commercially aware Values long-term relationships and bespoke optical solutions What's On Offer Salary up to £32,000 Lucrative bonus scheme with strong monthly earning potential Full-time role with flexible working arrangements available A highly regarded independent practice with a strong reputation for excellence State-of-the-art dispensing technology and boutique eyewear experience Supportive leadership and opportunities for clinical and professional development The chance to work in one of Nottingham's most respected independent optical teams How to Apply If you're a Dispensing Optician looking for a role where you can deliver exceptional eyecare, work with premium technology and products, and be genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Kieran Lindley via WhatsApp for more information.
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