Dispensing Optician

📍 Woodley, Berkshire
💷 Up to £31,827 FTE + OTE of £34,825
🕒 Full-Time | Fixed-Term Contract (6 Months)
Tuesday to Saturday

Looking for a Fixed-Term Opportunity Where You Can Really Make an Impact?

At Leightons, we believe a great Dispensing Optician is more than a technical expert.

You're a trusted advisor, a style consultant and a key part of every patient's journey. From helping someone choose their first pair of glasses to recommending the perfect lens solution, your expertise can have a lasting impact on how people see, feel and live.

We're looking for a qualified Dispensing Optician to join our Woodley practice on a 6-month fixed-term contract, helping us continue to deliver the exceptional patient care we're known for.

Why Join Leightons?

For nearly 100 years, we've been helping people see better, hear better and live better.

As one of the UK's leading independent optical and hearing care providers, we're proud to do things differently. We give our teams the time, support and autonomy to focus on what matters most: delivering outstanding patient experiences.

What's in it for you?

✅ Up to £31,827 FTE salary

✅ OTE of £34,825

✅ Up to 2% commission on Gross Profit

✅ Consistent Tuesday to Saturday working pattern

✅ GOC fees covered

✅ Medical cash plan and pension scheme

✅ Staff discounts

✅ Access to the Leightons Learning Academy

✅ Development and progression opportunities

✅ Work with premium eyewear brands and advanced optical technology

More Than Just Dispensing

At Leightons, our qualified Dispensing Opticians lead the dispensing journey from start to finish.

You'll build genuine relationships with patients, taking time to understand their lifestyle, prescription requirements and personal style before recommending the right eyewear solution.

Whether you're styling frames, advising on the latest lens technology or helping someone rediscover their confidence through great eyewear, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference every single day.

This is a role where your expertise is respected and your recommendations are trusted.

Why Woodley?

Our Woodley practice is built around delivering personalised care and exceptional service.

You'll join a welcoming and supportive team that shares your passion for quality, creating an environment where you can focus on providing expert advice and memorable patient experiences.

It's the perfect opportunity for a Dispensing Optician who enjoys working closely with patients and wants to be part of a practice where relationships come first.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines clinical expertise with a passion for people.

You'll be:

• A fully qualified and GOC-registered Dispensing Optician

• Passionate about providing exceptional patient care

• A confident and engaging communicator

• Customer-focused and consultative in your approach

• Enthusiastic about eyewear, styling and personalised service

• Motivated to deliver outstanding experiences for every patient

Most importantly, you'll believe that quality care, expert advice and genuine relationships are what set great optical practices apart.

Why Leightons?

Since 1928, we've built our reputation on trust, expertise and exceptional customer care.

Today, we're proud to remain independent, giving our teams the freedom to focus on delivering the very best outcomes for patients rather than simply chasing targets.

If you're looking for a fixed-term opportunity where your skills will be valued, your development supported and your expertise recognised, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to bring your expertise to a team that puts patients first?

Join Leightons in Woodley and help people see clearly, feel confident and love their eyewear. 👓✨

Expert advice. Personal service. Independent care. That's the Leightons difference.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics).

Applicants who have been unsuccessful in the past 12 month should not reapply for the same job role