Retail Optical Assistant - Vision Express Where customer service meets premium eyewear and medtech innovation.Are you looking for a retail role in eyecare where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance. What You'll Do Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks What You'll Get Free eyewear (up to £550 annually) from day one 33 days holiday with buy/sell options Family & friends discounts + free eye tests Employee wellbeing support Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85-£520/month - with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters - and it pays off. What We're Looking For Confident engaging with customers and recommending products Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools Positive team player with a can-do attitude Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs Why Vision Express? With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing medtech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development. Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
Retail Optical Assistant - Vision Express Where customer service meets premium eyewear and medtech innovation.Are you looking for a retail role in eyecare where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance. What You'll Do Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks What You'll Get Free eyewear (up to £550 annually) from day one 33 days holiday with buy/sell options Family & friends discounts + free eye tests Employee wellbeing support Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85-£520/month - with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters - and it pays off. What We're Looking For Confident engaging with customers and recommending products Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools Positive team player with a can-do attitude Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs Why Vision Express? With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing medtech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development. Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.
Retail Optical Assistant - Vision Express Where customer service meets premium eyewear and medtech innovation.Are you looking for a retail role in eyecare where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance. What You'll Do Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks What You'll Get Free eyewear (up to £550 annually) from day one 33 days holiday with buy/sell options Family & friends discounts + free eye tests Employee wellbeing support Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85-£520/month - with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters - and it pays off. What We're Looking For Confident engaging with customers and recommending products Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools Positive team player with a can-do attitude Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs Why Vision Express? With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing medtech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development. Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
Retail Optical Assistant - Vision Express Where customer service meets premium eyewear and medtech innovation.Are you looking for a retail role in eyecare where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance. What You'll Do Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks What You'll Get Free eyewear (up to £550 annually) from day one 33 days holiday with buy/sell options Family & friends discounts + free eye tests Employee wellbeing support Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85-£520/month - with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters - and it pays off. What We're Looking For Confident engaging with customers and recommending products Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools Positive team player with a can-do attitude Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs Why Vision Express? With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing medtech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development. Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Liverpool, Merseyside
Marketing Account Manager Our client operates the city's waterfront event campus the interconnected M&S Bank Arena and Exhibition Centre Liverpool as well as ticketing agency and the Pullman Liverpool Hotel. Playing a leading role in shining a spotlight on Liverpool, they have successfully staged a wide array of national and international events, from shows and conventions, business gatherings to exhibitions, developing their offer over the last decade to that of a world-class provider of venue and event services. Company Benefits Our client is an award-winning, world-class venue and their people are at the heart of everything that they do. Recognition and reward are of huge importance to them and just some of the benefits staff can enjoy including: An enhanced holiday scheme, which increases with length of service. An excellent pension scheme is available. Access to a premium health care policy, which includes an employee assistant line, contributions towards a wide range of medical costs, such as dental and optical and staff discounts. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave schemes. An excellent occupational sick pay scheme. Free onsite parking right in the heart of the city centre. Employee Reward Platform. Agile working and flexi time policies, where appropriate and in line with business needs. A dedicated wellbeing strategy to support staff when at work. 25 Qualified Mental Health First Aiders on site. Our client is a place where you can truly make a difference. Some of the wonderful things they have achieved / continue to work towards: Disability Confident Employer Member of the Fair Employment Charter Real Living Wage employer Social value impact plan last year they contributed over £6.4m Green Meeting s Gold Standard Sustainability Strategy Positively influencing biodiversity they have 3 beehives on their campus grounds Carbon Neutral Campus Accessibility Strategy AccessAble Guide About Our Client s Ticketing Agency The ticketing agency is the dynamic ticketing division of the M&S Bank Arena, part of our client, connecting fans with live events, exhibitions, attractions, and more. Their mission is to provide seamless, industry-leading ticketing experiences while maximising commercial opportunities for clients across the UK. Our client is looking for talented Marketing Account Manager who is passionate about marketing, confident working with clients and excited by the world of live event to join their team at the ticketing agency. About the Role In this role, you ll help shape the marketing behind some of the region s (and nation s!) most exciting events, venues, and attractions, as well as championing the ticketing agency s own brand and services. If you enjoy building relationships, developing impactful campaigns, and juggling a varied workload in an exciting environment, this could be the perfect next step. Main Duties Of This Role As our client s Marketing Account Manager, you ll take the lead on delivering high quality marketing support for the ticketing agency s clients. Your day to day will include: Leading marketing plans and campaigns for events, attractions, and venues across their client portfolio. Building strong client relationships, understanding their goals, and helping them maximise their marketing opportunities. Developing strategies to grow client loyalty, generate leads and increase regional and national reach. Managing and growing their social media channels, working closely with the Digital Marketing Manager on organic and paid activity. Driving brand awareness, both for the ticketing agency and for clients, through creative and targeted marketing. Monitoring performance and providing ROI analysis to ensure campaigns continually improve. Representing the ticketing agency at client meetings and networking events. Our client highly values the behaviours, attitudes and skills which will help you to develop and excel in this role. In this case, they are looking for someone who: Shows high levels of emotional intelligence and resilience. You will work well in a team but have autonomy over your area of the business. You will be good at influencing and internal / external stakeholder management. You will be a confident communicator. In addition, the candidate will need to be enthusiastic, like minded and complement their experienced and talented team. If you have drive, passion, ambition and wish to play a part in our client s continuing success story this could be just the job for you. Please note, they may close this vacancy before the stated closing date if they receive sufficient applications for the position. Therefore, if you are interested in this position, please submit your application form as soon as possible. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Our client knows the value of having a diverse and representative team across their organisation. They promote equal opportunities and are committed to having an inclusive work force where everybody feels respected, are treated fairly and diversity is celebrated. As such they strongly encourage and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all members of the community regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
Marketing Account Manager Our client operates the city's waterfront event campus the interconnected M&S Bank Arena and Exhibition Centre Liverpool as well as ticketing agency and the Pullman Liverpool Hotel. Playing a leading role in shining a spotlight on Liverpool, they have successfully staged a wide array of national and international events, from shows and conventions, business gatherings to exhibitions, developing their offer over the last decade to that of a world-class provider of venue and event services. Company Benefits Our client is an award-winning, world-class venue and their people are at the heart of everything that they do. Recognition and reward are of huge importance to them and just some of the benefits staff can enjoy including: An enhanced holiday scheme, which increases with length of service. An excellent pension scheme is available. Access to a premium health care policy, which includes an employee assistant line, contributions towards a wide range of medical costs, such as dental and optical and staff discounts. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave schemes. An excellent occupational sick pay scheme. Free onsite parking right in the heart of the city centre. Employee Reward Platform. Agile working and flexi time policies, where appropriate and in line with business needs. A dedicated wellbeing strategy to support staff when at work. 25 Qualified Mental Health First Aiders on site. Our client is a place where you can truly make a difference. Some of the wonderful things they have achieved / continue to work towards: Disability Confident Employer Member of the Fair Employment Charter Real Living Wage employer Social value impact plan last year they contributed over £6.4m Green Meeting s Gold Standard Sustainability Strategy Positively influencing biodiversity they have 3 beehives on their campus grounds Carbon Neutral Campus Accessibility Strategy AccessAble Guide About Our Client s Ticketing Agency The ticketing agency is the dynamic ticketing division of the M&S Bank Arena, part of our client, connecting fans with live events, exhibitions, attractions, and more. Their mission is to provide seamless, industry-leading ticketing experiences while maximising commercial opportunities for clients across the UK. Our client is looking for talented Marketing Account Manager who is passionate about marketing, confident working with clients and excited by the world of live event to join their team at the ticketing agency. About the Role In this role, you ll help shape the marketing behind some of the region s (and nation s!) most exciting events, venues, and attractions, as well as championing the ticketing agency s own brand and services. If you enjoy building relationships, developing impactful campaigns, and juggling a varied workload in an exciting environment, this could be the perfect next step. Main Duties Of This Role As our client s Marketing Account Manager, you ll take the lead on delivering high quality marketing support for the ticketing agency s clients. Your day to day will include: Leading marketing plans and campaigns for events, attractions, and venues across their client portfolio. Building strong client relationships, understanding their goals, and helping them maximise their marketing opportunities. Developing strategies to grow client loyalty, generate leads and increase regional and national reach. Managing and growing their social media channels, working closely with the Digital Marketing Manager on organic and paid activity. Driving brand awareness, both for the ticketing agency and for clients, through creative and targeted marketing. Monitoring performance and providing ROI analysis to ensure campaigns continually improve. Representing the ticketing agency at client meetings and networking events. Our client highly values the behaviours, attitudes and skills which will help you to develop and excel in this role. In this case, they are looking for someone who: Shows high levels of emotional intelligence and resilience. You will work well in a team but have autonomy over your area of the business. You will be good at influencing and internal / external stakeholder management. You will be a confident communicator. In addition, the candidate will need to be enthusiastic, like minded and complement their experienced and talented team. If you have drive, passion, ambition and wish to play a part in our client s continuing success story this could be just the job for you. Please note, they may close this vacancy before the stated closing date if they receive sufficient applications for the position. Therefore, if you are interested in this position, please submit your application form as soon as possible. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Our client knows the value of having a diverse and representative team across their organisation. They promote equal opportunities and are committed to having an inclusive work force where everybody feels respected, are treated fairly and diversity is celebrated. As such they strongly encourage and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all members of the community regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Retail Optical Assistant - Vision Express Where customer service meets premium eyewear and medtech innovation.Are you looking for a retail role in eyecare where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance. What You'll Do Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks What You'll Get Free eyewear (up to £550 annually) from day one 33 days holiday with buy/sell options Family & friends discounts + free eye tests Employee wellbeing support Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85-£520/month - with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters - and it pays off. What We're Looking For Confident engaging with customers and recommending products Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools Positive team player with a can-do attitude Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs Why Vision Express? With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing medtech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development. Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
Retail Optical Assistant - Vision Express Where customer service meets premium eyewear and medtech innovation.Are you looking for a retail role in eyecare where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance. What You'll Do Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks What You'll Get Free eyewear (up to £550 annually) from day one 33 days holiday with buy/sell options Family & friends discounts + free eye tests Employee wellbeing support Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85-£520/month - with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters - and it pays off. What We're Looking For Confident engaging with customers and recommending products Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools Positive team player with a can-do attitude Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs Why Vision Express? With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing medtech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development. Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.
As a Store Manager Designate at Vision Express, You'll join us on a 6-month training and development programme, aimed to prepare you for the role of a Store Manager. The programme is designed to help participants understand our brand and equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge required to excel in the role of a Store Manager. You'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
As a Store Manager Designate at Vision Express, You'll join us on a 6-month training and development programme, aimed to prepare you for the role of a Store Manager. The programme is designed to help participants understand our brand and equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge required to excel in the role of a Store Manager. You'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Your Role At Asda nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place that they need to deliver. Our unique fixed price approach means there's no up-selling. Single vision glasses are the same price as varifocals, and there are no top-up costs for anti-scratch or thinner lenses either, so we don't have to compromise a customer solution because of what someone can afford. With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams who can offer clinical support and a team of Area Manager's who will work alongside you to get the most out of your role every day. You will also be provided with regular business updates and feedback on your performance. About YouOur Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place to deliver high quality patient service. You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation. With tasks including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets whilst also dealing with customer queries, every day is busy and fast paced in an Asda Opticians. You will also be responsible for clinic management and managing the shop floor process to ensure the department is well equipped for customer's needs. Working in close partnership with an Optometrist you will also coach and develop your team so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role. Due to the fast-paced nature of this role and the different responsibilities you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively. Rota: Week 1 Monday - Friday. 08:00 - 18:00 Week 2 Monday - Saturday with Wed off. 08:00 - 18:00 You'll be: A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD Confident in coaching others Able to provide excellent customer and patient care Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets You'll have proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment Organised and able to manage your time effectively Apply today by completing an online application Everything you'll love You will also get an excellent benefits package including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online. Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas. Your professional indemnity insurance GOC fees paid CET package Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. Find your everything Apply here
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Your Role At Asda nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place that they need to deliver. Our unique fixed price approach means there's no up-selling. Single vision glasses are the same price as varifocals, and there are no top-up costs for anti-scratch or thinner lenses either, so we don't have to compromise a customer solution because of what someone can afford. With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams who can offer clinical support and a team of Area Manager's who will work alongside you to get the most out of your role every day. You will also be provided with regular business updates and feedback on your performance. About YouOur Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place to deliver high quality patient service. You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation. With tasks including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets whilst also dealing with customer queries, every day is busy and fast paced in an Asda Opticians. You will also be responsible for clinic management and managing the shop floor process to ensure the department is well equipped for customer's needs. Working in close partnership with an Optometrist you will also coach and develop your team so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role. Due to the fast-paced nature of this role and the different responsibilities you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively. Rota: Week 1 Monday - Friday. 08:00 - 18:00 Week 2 Monday - Saturday with Wed off. 08:00 - 18:00 You'll be: A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD Confident in coaching others Able to provide excellent customer and patient care Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets You'll have proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment Organised and able to manage your time effectively Apply today by completing an online application Everything you'll love You will also get an excellent benefits package including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online. Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas. Your professional indemnity insurance GOC fees paid CET package Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. Find your everything Apply here
Your Role At Asda nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place that they need to deliver. Our unique fixed price approach means there's no up-selling. Single vision glasses are the same price as varifocals, and there are no top-up costs for anti-scratch or thinner lenses either, so we don't have to compromise a customer solution because of what someone can afford. With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams who can offer clinical support and a team of Area Manager's who will work alongside you to get the most out of your role every day. You will also be provided with regular business updates and feedback on your performance. Rota: Monday - 09:00 - 18:00 Tuesday - 09:00 - 18:00 Thursday - 09:00 - 18:00 Friday - 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday - 09:00 - 18:00 About YouOur Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place to deliver high quality patient service. You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation. With tasks including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets whilst also dealing with customer queries, every day is busy and fast paced in an Asda Opticians. You will also be responsible for clinic management and managing the shop floor process to ensure the department is well equipped for customer's needs. Working in close partnership with an Optometrist you will also coach and develop your team so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role. Due to the fast-paced nature of this role and the different responsibilities you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively You'll be: A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD Confident in coaching others Able to provide excellent customer and patient care Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets You'll have proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment Organised and able to manage your time effectively Apply today by completing an online application Everything you'll love You will also get an excellent benefits package including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online. Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas. Your professional indemnity insurance GOC fees paid CET package Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. Find your everything Apply here
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Your Role At Asda nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place that they need to deliver. Our unique fixed price approach means there's no up-selling. Single vision glasses are the same price as varifocals, and there are no top-up costs for anti-scratch or thinner lenses either, so we don't have to compromise a customer solution because of what someone can afford. With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams who can offer clinical support and a team of Area Manager's who will work alongside you to get the most out of your role every day. You will also be provided with regular business updates and feedback on your performance. Rota: Monday - 09:00 - 18:00 Tuesday - 09:00 - 18:00 Thursday - 09:00 - 18:00 Friday - 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday - 09:00 - 18:00 About YouOur Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place to deliver high quality patient service. You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation. With tasks including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets whilst also dealing with customer queries, every day is busy and fast paced in an Asda Opticians. You will also be responsible for clinic management and managing the shop floor process to ensure the department is well equipped for customer's needs. Working in close partnership with an Optometrist you will also coach and develop your team so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role. Due to the fast-paced nature of this role and the different responsibilities you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively You'll be: A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD Confident in coaching others Able to provide excellent customer and patient care Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets You'll have proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment Organised and able to manage your time effectively Apply today by completing an online application Everything you'll love You will also get an excellent benefits package including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online. Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas. Your professional indemnity insurance GOC fees paid CET package Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. Find your everything Apply here
Full or Part Time Optometrist Job - Independent Opticians - Ramsgate, Kent Zest Optical are currently working alongside a group of well-established independent Opticians in and around Ramsgate, Kent to recruit a Full or Part Time Optometrist to join their friendly, patient focused team. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a small group of independent practices, all within 10 minutes of each other, offering genuine clinical freedom, flexible working and the opportunity to buy into the business in the future. Optometrist - Role Work between 4 independent Opticians based in and around Ramsgate, Kent All practices within approximately 10 minutes of each other Fully independent, patient focused settings 30-40 minute testing times as standard OCT in one practice, with further OCTs being introduced across the group next year Support from experienced Dispensing Opticians and Optical Assistants Flexible working arrangements to suit full or part time Alternate Saturdays with typical working hours 9am to 5.30pm (9am to 2pm on Saturdays) Opportunity to buy into the business in the future for those interested in partnership/ownership Relaxed, supportive environment with a strong focus on clinical care and building long term patient relationships Salary dependent on experience, typically between £55,000 and £70,000 plus additional benefits Optometrist - Requirements Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC MECS accreditation ideal but not essential Comfortable working across more than one practice within a compact local area Passionate about delivering the highest level of clinical and customer care Friendly, professional approach with strong communication skills Keen to continue developing clinically, with an interest in long term career progression Genuine interest in independent practice and the potential for future ownership If you are looking for a Full or Part Time Optometrist job in the Ramsgate area within a group of independent, patient focused practices, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Apply today by sending your CV to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link or call for more information. Send us a message on Whatsapp! Contact : Rebecca Wood Email : Telephone :
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Full or Part Time Optometrist Job - Independent Opticians - Ramsgate, Kent Zest Optical are currently working alongside a group of well-established independent Opticians in and around Ramsgate, Kent to recruit a Full or Part Time Optometrist to join their friendly, patient focused team. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a small group of independent practices, all within 10 minutes of each other, offering genuine clinical freedom, flexible working and the opportunity to buy into the business in the future. Optometrist - Role Work between 4 independent Opticians based in and around Ramsgate, Kent All practices within approximately 10 minutes of each other Fully independent, patient focused settings 30-40 minute testing times as standard OCT in one practice, with further OCTs being introduced across the group next year Support from experienced Dispensing Opticians and Optical Assistants Flexible working arrangements to suit full or part time Alternate Saturdays with typical working hours 9am to 5.30pm (9am to 2pm on Saturdays) Opportunity to buy into the business in the future for those interested in partnership/ownership Relaxed, supportive environment with a strong focus on clinical care and building long term patient relationships Salary dependent on experience, typically between £55,000 and £70,000 plus additional benefits Optometrist - Requirements Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC MECS accreditation ideal but not essential Comfortable working across more than one practice within a compact local area Passionate about delivering the highest level of clinical and customer care Friendly, professional approach with strong communication skills Keen to continue developing clinically, with an interest in long term career progression Genuine interest in independent practice and the potential for future ownership If you are looking for a Full or Part Time Optometrist job in the Ramsgate area within a group of independent, patient focused practices, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Apply today by sending your CV to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link or call for more information. Send us a message on Whatsapp! Contact : Rebecca Wood Email : Telephone :
Leightons Opticians and Hearing Care
Sutton, Surrey
Optical & Hearing Assistant Sutton Salary: 24,610 FTE + Bonus Part Time Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Step into a retail opportunity with a difference We offer careers in a premium but friendly environment where you will genuinely connect with customers, work with stylish eyewear and assist the wider team in providing high quality optical and audiology care. Whats more, youll receive full training. If you have a passion for exceptional customer service, this could be your perfect next step. Why Join Us? Work with premium products including beautifully crafted designer eyewear and advanced hearing care solutions. Staff, family and friends discount on high-end frames and accessories. Bonus scheme to reward your hard work and dedication. Medical cash plan to support your wellbeing. Ongoing training and development through the Leightons Learning Academy. High street discounts 24/7 access to a GP Volunteering leave 22 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays The Role As an Optical & Hearing Assistant, you are the face of our Sutton boutique the first impression, the warm welcome, guiding customers through a tailored experience. Youll receive full training in some of our diagnostic tools and team members will be on hand for support, giving you the confidence to deliver an informed service. Youll also have the opportunity to help customers choose from designer eyewear and feel fabulous. Theyll leave us feeling seen, heard and delighted. Who Were Looking For This role is ideal for someone who: Loves building great relationships with customers and making them feel valued Would like the opportunity to positively impact peoples vision and hearing, working with high quality products Has a polished, professional yet friendly approach. Has experience of providing great customer service, e.g. retail or hospitality A passion for helping people look and feel their best. A team-first attitude and willingness to learn. Prepared to travel to a centre of excellence for a 4-6 week induction. Excited? Click on Apply to find out more 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
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Optical & Hearing Assistant Sutton Salary: 24,610 FTE + Bonus Part Time Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Step into a retail opportunity with a difference We offer careers in a premium but friendly environment where you will genuinely connect with customers, work with stylish eyewear and assist the wider team in providing high quality optical and audiology care. Whats more, youll receive full training. If you have a passion for exceptional customer service, this could be your perfect next step. Why Join Us? Work with premium products including beautifully crafted designer eyewear and advanced hearing care solutions. Staff, family and friends discount on high-end frames and accessories. Bonus scheme to reward your hard work and dedication. Medical cash plan to support your wellbeing. Ongoing training and development through the Leightons Learning Academy. High street discounts 24/7 access to a GP Volunteering leave 22 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays The Role As an Optical & Hearing Assistant, you are the face of our Sutton boutique the first impression, the warm welcome, guiding customers through a tailored experience. Youll receive full training in some of our diagnostic tools and team members will be on hand for support, giving you the confidence to deliver an informed service. Youll also have the opportunity to help customers choose from designer eyewear and feel fabulous. Theyll leave us feeling seen, heard and delighted. Who Were Looking For This role is ideal for someone who: Loves building great relationships with customers and making them feel valued Would like the opportunity to positively impact peoples vision and hearing, working with high quality products Has a polished, professional yet friendly approach. Has experience of providing great customer service, e.g. retail or hospitality A passion for helping people look and feel their best. A team-first attitude and willingness to learn. Prepared to travel to a centre of excellence for a 4-6 week induction. Excited? Click on Apply to find out more 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
Optical & Hearing Assistant Putney Salary: 24,610 FTE + Bonus Part Time Monday, Wednesday, Saturday Step into a retail opportunity with a difference We offer careers in a premium but friendly environment where you will genuinely connect with customers, work with stylish eyewear and assist the wider team in providing high quality optical and audiology care. Whats more, youll receive full training. If you have a passion for exceptional customer service, this could be your perfect next step. Why Join Us? Work with premium products including beautifully crafted designer eyewear and advanced hearing care solutions. Staff, family and friends discount on high-end frames and accessories. Bonus scheme to reward your hard work and dedication. Medical cash plan to support your wellbeing. Ongoing training and development through the Leightons Learning Academy. High street discounts 24/7 access to a GP Volunteering leave 22 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays The Role As an Optical & Hearing Assistant, you are the face of our Putney boutique the first impression, the warm welcome, guiding customers through a tailored experience. Youll receive full training in some of our diagnostic tools and team members will be on hand for support, giving you the confidence to deliver an informed service. Youll also have the opportunity to help customers choose from designer eyewear and feel fabulous. Theyll leave us feeling seen, heard and delighted. Who Were Looking For This role is ideal for someone who: Loves building great relationships with customers and making them feel valued Would like the opportunity to positively impact peoples vision and hearing, working with high quality products Has a polished, professional yet friendly approach. Has experience of providing great customer service, e.g. retail or hospitality A passion for helping people look and feel their best. A team-first attitude and willingness to learn. Prepared to travel to a centre of excellence for a 4-6 week induction. Excited? Click on Apply to find out more 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.
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Optical & Hearing Assistant Putney Salary: 24,610 FTE + Bonus Part Time Monday, Wednesday, Saturday Step into a retail opportunity with a difference We offer careers in a premium but friendly environment where you will genuinely connect with customers, work with stylish eyewear and assist the wider team in providing high quality optical and audiology care. Whats more, youll receive full training. If you have a passion for exceptional customer service, this could be your perfect next step. Why Join Us? Work with premium products including beautifully crafted designer eyewear and advanced hearing care solutions. Staff, family and friends discount on high-end frames and accessories. Bonus scheme to reward your hard work and dedication. Medical cash plan to support your wellbeing. Ongoing training and development through the Leightons Learning Academy. High street discounts 24/7 access to a GP Volunteering leave 22 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays The Role As an Optical & Hearing Assistant, you are the face of our Putney boutique the first impression, the warm welcome, guiding customers through a tailored experience. Youll receive full training in some of our diagnostic tools and team members will be on hand for support, giving you the confidence to deliver an informed service. Youll also have the opportunity to help customers choose from designer eyewear and feel fabulous. Theyll leave us feeling seen, heard and delighted. Who Were Looking For This role is ideal for someone who: Loves building great relationships with customers and making them feel valued Would like the opportunity to positively impact peoples vision and hearing, working with high quality products Has a polished, professional yet friendly approach. Has experience of providing great customer service, e.g. retail or hospitality A passion for helping people look and feel their best. A team-first attitude and willingness to learn. Prepared to travel to a centre of excellence for a 4-6 week induction. Excited? Click on Apply to find out more 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.
Role overview As an Assistant Store Manager at Vision Express, you'll support the Store Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the store. This can include managing the team, ensuring excellent customer service, achieving sales targets, and maintaining the high standards of visual merchandising and store presentation. You'll assist with administrative tasks such as stock ordering and management, cash handling and reporting. You'll play a key role in creating a positive and productive work environment, ensuring the store meets the business objectives. All our colleagues play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Show strong leadership and management skills to be able to support your colleagues in store Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private Medical Cover for you Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash plan, Additional Life Cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Role overview As an Assistant Store Manager at Vision Express, you'll support the Store Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the store. This can include managing the team, ensuring excellent customer service, achieving sales targets, and maintaining the high standards of visual merchandising and store presentation. You'll assist with administrative tasks such as stock ordering and management, cash handling and reporting. You'll play a key role in creating a positive and productive work environment, ensuring the store meets the business objectives. All our colleagues play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Show strong leadership and management skills to be able to support your colleagues in store Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private Medical Cover for you Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash plan, Additional Life Cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Your Role At Asda nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place that they need to deliver. Our unique fixed price approach means there's no up-selling. Single vision glasses are the same price as varifocals, and there are no top-up costs for anti-scratch or thinner lenses either, so we don't have to compromise a customer solution because of what someone can afford. With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams who can offer clinical support and a team of Area Manager's who will work alongside you to get the most out of your role every day. You will also be provided with regular business updates and feedback on your performance. Rota: Monday - 09:00 - 18:00 Tuesday - 09:00 - 18:00 Thursday - 09:00 - 18:00 Friday - 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday - 09:00 - 18:00 About YouOur Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place to deliver high quality patient service. You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation. With tasks including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets whilst also dealing with customer queries, every day is busy and fast paced in an Asda Opticians. You will also be responsible for clinic management and managing the shop floor process to ensure the department is well equipped for customer's needs. Working in close partnership with an Optometrist you will also coach and develop your team so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role. Due to the fast-paced nature of this role and the different responsibilities you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively You'll be: A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD Confident in coaching others Able to provide excellent customer and patient care Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets You'll have proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment Organised and able to manage your time effectively Apply today by completing an online application Everything you'll love You will also get an excellent benefits package including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online. Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas. Your professional indemnity insurance GOC fees paid CET package Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. Find your everything Apply here
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Your Role At Asda nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place that they need to deliver. Our unique fixed price approach means there's no up-selling. Single vision glasses are the same price as varifocals, and there are no top-up costs for anti-scratch or thinner lenses either, so we don't have to compromise a customer solution because of what someone can afford. With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams who can offer clinical support and a team of Area Manager's who will work alongside you to get the most out of your role every day. You will also be provided with regular business updates and feedback on your performance. Rota: Monday - 09:00 - 18:00 Tuesday - 09:00 - 18:00 Thursday - 09:00 - 18:00 Friday - 09:00 - 18:00 Saturday - 09:00 - 18:00 About YouOur Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place to deliver high quality patient service. You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation. With tasks including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets whilst also dealing with customer queries, every day is busy and fast paced in an Asda Opticians. You will also be responsible for clinic management and managing the shop floor process to ensure the department is well equipped for customer's needs. Working in close partnership with an Optometrist you will also coach and develop your team so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role. Due to the fast-paced nature of this role and the different responsibilities you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively You'll be: A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD Confident in coaching others Able to provide excellent customer and patient care Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets You'll have proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment Organised and able to manage your time effectively Apply today by completing an online application Everything you'll love You will also get an excellent benefits package including: Discretionary company bonus Company pension up to 7% matched 15% colleague discount in store and online. Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas. Your professional indemnity insurance GOC fees paid CET package Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments. We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. Find your everything Apply here
As a Store Manager at Vision Express, you're responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
As a Store Manager at Vision Express, you're responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Petersfield store in Hampshire, is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store is available as a full purchase and would be an ideal opportunity for an Optometrist looking for their first investment. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms with a small team of 4 well trained retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Petersfield store in Hampshire, is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store is available as a full purchase and would be an ideal opportunity for an Optometrist looking for their first investment. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms with a small team of 4 well trained retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.
Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Westwood Cross store in Broadstairs , Kent is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store could be available as a full or partial investment depending on your situation. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms and is due to expand to 3 and has a small team of 6 employed retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager and Dispensing Optician. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Westwood Cross store in Broadstairs , Kent is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store could be available as a full or partial investment depending on your situation. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms and is due to expand to 3 and has a small team of 6 employed retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager and Dispensing Optician. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.
Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist Service Line: Male Acute Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager We are seeking an experienced part-time / any 4 days per week Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Lodge Woking and provide senior medical cover on George Willard Ward, our 12 bed male mental health acute service. The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines. Cygnet Lodge Woking is our 31 bed service providing acute and high support inpatient rehabilitation (Level 2) services for men with complex mental health needs. All services at Cygnet Lodge Woking are supported by a social worker, responsible clinician, ward doctor, psychologist, assistant psychologist, independent advocate, chaplain, practice nurse and assistant, occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant. All service users are registered with the local GP. George Willard Ward at Cygnet Lodge Woking is a 12 bed male men tal health acute service. The service provides a safe and stabilising environment for men who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team. And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes. At Cygnet, you'll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day. Main duties and Responsibilities Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to George Willard Ward Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff. Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers' hearings & attend hearings Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required Good maintenance of patient records To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports. Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Contribute to the Telephone On call rota Why Cygnet? We'll offer you Salary up to £128,000 per year (£160,000 per year FTE) Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary Contributory pension scheme Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet's co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy Electric Car Scheme We are looking for someone who is Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes Committed to continued professional development Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent Cygnet have been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes. Requirements The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance. Click the link to apply or email a copy of your CV to If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply Salary / Benefits:From: £128000 To: £128000 per year
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist Service Line: Male Acute Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager We are seeking an experienced part-time / any 4 days per week Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Lodge Woking and provide senior medical cover on George Willard Ward, our 12 bed male mental health acute service. The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines. Cygnet Lodge Woking is our 31 bed service providing acute and high support inpatient rehabilitation (Level 2) services for men with complex mental health needs. All services at Cygnet Lodge Woking are supported by a social worker, responsible clinician, ward doctor, psychologist, assistant psychologist, independent advocate, chaplain, practice nurse and assistant, occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant. All service users are registered with the local GP. George Willard Ward at Cygnet Lodge Woking is a 12 bed male men tal health acute service. The service provides a safe and stabilising environment for men who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team. And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes. At Cygnet, you'll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day. Main duties and Responsibilities Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to George Willard Ward Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff. Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers' hearings & attend hearings Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required Good maintenance of patient records To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports. Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Contribute to the Telephone On call rota Why Cygnet? We'll offer you Salary up to £128,000 per year (£160,000 per year FTE) Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary Contributory pension scheme Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnet's co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy Electric Car Scheme We are looking for someone who is Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes Committed to continued professional development Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent Cygnet have been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes. Requirements The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance. Click the link to apply or email a copy of your CV to If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply Salary / Benefits:From: £128000 To: £128000 per year
As a Store Manager Designate at Vision Express, You'll join us on a 6-month training and development programme, aimed to prepare you for the role of a Store Manager. The programme is designed to help participants understand our brand and equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge required to excel in the role of a Store Manager. You'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
As a Store Manager Designate at Vision Express, You'll join us on a 6-month training and development programme, aimed to prepare you for the role of a Store Manager. The programme is designed to help participants understand our brand and equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge required to excel in the role of a Store Manager. You'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in our business, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a Vision Express store, including the sales, customer service and staff management. You'll get a real scope to put your passion into practice and be fully rewarded for the difference that you can make, all with the backing of an established, trusted brand. Your passion for optics will support our ambition to 'Create Joy in Vision' for our customers maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. About us We are Vision Express - with over 600 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica are the global leaders in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brand include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. To be successful in the role, here are a few things we will look for: Be passionate about eyecare and our brand - This is essential, as you'll be responsible for providing high-quality eyecare for your customers Have a strong business acumen - You'll need to be able to manage the store effectively and make financial decisions Great communication at all levels with the ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues Be a team player - you're part of a larger Vision Express team to, so you'll need to work effectively with others Be adaptable - the optical industry is constantly changing and is fast-paced, so you'll need to be able to adapt to these changes and work well under pressure and be able to handle challenging situations Be committed to excellence - you'll have the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to be the best and provide the best service to your customers, but also, your colleagues. What's on offer? Building a Financial Asset - hard work goes into building a financial asset, this is your chance to maximise a future sell on value once the business is established Financial Benefit - As a Partner, you'll have a stable income with a competitive salary in line with your role as a partner as well the benefits from taking home dividends. Support Office Team - Support from a wide range of HR Teams such as; Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Training, HR Business Partners and wider departments; Finance, IT, Marketing, Legal, JV Operations Team & Property. Business Operations Manager - You'll have a dedicated field Operations Manager on hand to support every store within the region vis phone, F2F or email. As a partner, you're entitled to all of the above as well as the JV Director Package which includes; A competitive salary Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance 18x your salary Income protection Auto-enrolment pension Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the EssilorLuxottica One Sight Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as health cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and dental cover Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Gourmet Society Cards, Taste Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme And so much more!
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in our business, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a Vision Express store, including the sales, customer service and staff management. You'll get a real scope to put your passion into practice and be fully rewarded for the difference that you can make, all with the backing of an established, trusted brand. Your passion for optics will support our ambition to 'Create Joy in Vision' for our customers maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. About us We are Vision Express - with over 600 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica are the global leaders in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brand include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. To be successful in the role, here are a few things we will look for: Be passionate about eyecare and our brand - This is essential, as you'll be responsible for providing high-quality eyecare for your customers Have a strong business acumen - You'll need to be able to manage the store effectively and make financial decisions Great communication at all levels with the ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues Be a team player - you're part of a larger Vision Express team to, so you'll need to work effectively with others Be adaptable - the optical industry is constantly changing and is fast-paced, so you'll need to be able to adapt to these changes and work well under pressure and be able to handle challenging situations Be committed to excellence - you'll have the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to be the best and provide the best service to your customers, but also, your colleagues. What's on offer? Building a Financial Asset - hard work goes into building a financial asset, this is your chance to maximise a future sell on value once the business is established Financial Benefit - As a Partner, you'll have a stable income with a competitive salary in line with your role as a partner as well the benefits from taking home dividends. Support Office Team - Support from a wide range of HR Teams such as; Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Training, HR Business Partners and wider departments; Finance, IT, Marketing, Legal, JV Operations Team & Property. Business Operations Manager - You'll have a dedicated field Operations Manager on hand to support every store within the region vis phone, F2F or email. As a partner, you're entitled to all of the above as well as the JV Director Package which includes; A competitive salary Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance 18x your salary Income protection Auto-enrolment pension Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the EssilorLuxottica One Sight Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as health cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and dental cover Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Gourmet Society Cards, Taste Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme And so much more!
As a Store Manager Designate at Vision Express, You'll join us on a 6-month training and development programme, aimed to prepare you for the role of a Store Manager. The programme is designed to help participants understand our brand and equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge required to excel in the role of a Store Manager. You'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
As a Store Manager Designate at Vision Express, You'll join us on a 6-month training and development programme, aimed to prepare you for the role of a Store Manager. The programme is designed to help participants understand our brand and equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge required to excel in the role of a Store Manager. You'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Assistant Store Manager Reporting to: Store Manager Location: Leeds Contract Type: Full time / Permanent Who are Bird & Blend Tea Co.? Bird & Blend Tea Co. is an eco conscious, people focused, award winning & B Corp certified Tea Mixology company on a mission to spread happiness & reimagine tea! Bird & Blend was set up & is run by Krisi & Mike, who met whilst studying Politics (of all things!) at university. Building Bird & Blend from scratch while staying true to their ethos & values has been Krisi & Mike's passion for over 10 years. From the early days of packing tea in their bedroom & attending markets, to now, with an awesome team, multiple retail stores & a thriving international online store, Bird & Blend is leading the way in tea innovation in the UK. Bird & Blend has grown out of a core belief in doing business in a better way. This is ultimately our why - it's why we are in business & what we believe in. Of course, we want to welcome as many people as possible into our Magical World of Tea but fundamentally it's what we care about other than great tea that makes us magical. You can read heaps more information about us and our mission here: About this role As an Assistant Store Manager at Bird & Blend, you'll be the heart of our customer interactions, listening, engaging, and helping customers find the best products for their needs and building memorable relationships to encourage customer loyalty. Partnering with the Store Manager, you'll lead, develop, and motivate our team, ensuring our customers enjoy exceptional and inclusive shopping experiences that truly reflect our brand values and contribute to our success. Working full time on site, including weekends and some evenings, you'll provide essential operational, administrative, and leadership support, maintaining our impeccable standards. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop valuable people management skills, build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and inspire a high performing team in a dynamic and friendly environment. Responsibilities Customer Experience: Cultivate a store culture that's all about the customers, making every interaction exciting and memorable, encouraging customer loyalty. Motivate and Inspire: Encourage team members to achieve individual and collective goals. Coaching: Provide feedback and coaching to enhance individual and store performance. Recruiting and Training: Assist the Store Manager in recruiting, inducting, training, and developing a high performing team that fosters a positive store environment. Sales Objectives: Work together with the Store Manager to achieve sales targets and KPIs, while also implementing strategies aimed at boosting sales growth and improving the overall customer experience. Daily Operations: Oversee daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures. Staff Rotas: Organise and oversee team schedules to ensure there is enough cover on the shop floor at all times. Merchandising Standards: Support the Store Manager to maintain high visual merchandising standards, ensuring the store always looks exciting, inviting, and accessible. Sustainability: Use your passion for the environment to support B&B in reaching impact goals set out in the sustainability and impact strategy and lead your team to do the same. (We're a B Corp!) Stock Management: Assist with managing stock efficiently to optimise stock levels, minimise discrepancies, and ensure products are readily available. Stock Takes: Arrange, plan and execute stock takes with the Store Manager. Events: Lead and host store and local events, including evening events, to make them enjoyable and memorable for our customers. Sampling: Motivating and leading the team to get out there to spread the word about our delicious teas, whether greeting customers with a sample, outside of the store, or at external events. Build Connections: Foster relationships within the local community to increase footfall and successful store events and activities. About you People Management Experience: Previous experience in a management role or similar within a customer service environment. Brand Ambassador: Proudly represent our brand and culture, embodying our values and inspiring your team to do the same. Sales Skills: Proven track record of effective selling skills and the ability to drive commercial outcomes. Team Leadership: History of successfully participating in and leading a team, fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. Communication and Problem Solving: Strong communication, problem solving, and visual merchandising skills. Product Enthusiasm: A genuine passion for our product and the confidence to share your enthusiasm with customers and the team. Customer Service Skills: Strong understanding of customer service with the ability to build rapport and connect with customers confidently. Professionalism: Foster a professional, fair, and kind relationship with customers and colleagues. Empathy: Demonstrated ability to use empathy to manage interpersonal relationships effectively. Open Mindset: A curious and open minded approach, with the ability to understand others, listen without judgement, and embrace diverse perspectives. Flexible Availability: Flexibility in availability is essential. Shifts may vary weekly, requiring adaptability to cover different days and times including weekends and some evenings. A commitment to excellence: Going above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction, store standards and team happiness are second nature to you. Are there any perks? Of course there are, for all the hard work you will get: We are proud to be a Sunday Times Best Places To Work 2024 employer. Friendly and supportive team culture: Enjoy working alongside a team of like minded individuals who value collaboration, camaraderie, and fun in the workplace. Membership of company pension scheme (if applicable): Secure your financial future with enrollment in a company sponsored pension scheme, ensuring peace of mind and financial stability in retirement. Holiday accrual that grows with loyalty: Enjoy 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a token of appreciation for your dedication and loyalty to the organisation, providing you with ample opportunities for rest and relaxation. This entitlement increases with service. Your birthday off! Life Insurance & Income Protection: providing financial security and peace of mind for you and your families. Health Cash Plan: after one year service we will enrol you into our Health Cash Plan which will allow you to claim back money for dental, optical, prescription charges etc. Specific information on this scheme will be shared with you all. Life Happens Leave: Sometimes life can throw unexpected challenges our way, we offer paid leave specifically dedicated to these situations to provide employees with the time and space needed. Complimentary drinks and snacks: Stay refreshed and energised throughout the day with a variety of free drinks and snacks provided in the office. Monthly tea allowance and generous staff discount: Indulge in your favourite teas while benefiting from a discount on company products, fostering a culture of enjoyment and appreciation. Employee Assistance Programme: Access confidential and professional mental health support services to prioritise your well being and address any personal or work related challenges. Bike to Work and Electric Vehicle Schemes: Take advantage of a sustainable transportation option, contribute to environmental conservation, and benefit from tax efficient savings. Paid volunteer days: Make a positive impact in our community by participating in volunteer activities during dedicated paid volunteer days, fostering a culture of corporate social responsibility and giving back. Dog friendly office: Bring your furry friend to work and enjoy a pet friendly environment that promotes work life balance and companionship. We also have enhanced family friendly policies, offer flexible working and are always open to discussing your individual circumstances! Equality statement We are committed to equality of opportunity for all, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application or interview process please let us know.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Assistant Store Manager Reporting to: Store Manager Location: Leeds Contract Type: Full time / Permanent Who are Bird & Blend Tea Co.? Bird & Blend Tea Co. is an eco conscious, people focused, award winning & B Corp certified Tea Mixology company on a mission to spread happiness & reimagine tea! Bird & Blend was set up & is run by Krisi & Mike, who met whilst studying Politics (of all things!) at university. Building Bird & Blend from scratch while staying true to their ethos & values has been Krisi & Mike's passion for over 10 years. From the early days of packing tea in their bedroom & attending markets, to now, with an awesome team, multiple retail stores & a thriving international online store, Bird & Blend is leading the way in tea innovation in the UK. Bird & Blend has grown out of a core belief in doing business in a better way. This is ultimately our why - it's why we are in business & what we believe in. Of course, we want to welcome as many people as possible into our Magical World of Tea but fundamentally it's what we care about other than great tea that makes us magical. You can read heaps more information about us and our mission here: About this role As an Assistant Store Manager at Bird & Blend, you'll be the heart of our customer interactions, listening, engaging, and helping customers find the best products for their needs and building memorable relationships to encourage customer loyalty. Partnering with the Store Manager, you'll lead, develop, and motivate our team, ensuring our customers enjoy exceptional and inclusive shopping experiences that truly reflect our brand values and contribute to our success. Working full time on site, including weekends and some evenings, you'll provide essential operational, administrative, and leadership support, maintaining our impeccable standards. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop valuable people management skills, build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and inspire a high performing team in a dynamic and friendly environment. Responsibilities Customer Experience: Cultivate a store culture that's all about the customers, making every interaction exciting and memorable, encouraging customer loyalty. Motivate and Inspire: Encourage team members to achieve individual and collective goals. Coaching: Provide feedback and coaching to enhance individual and store performance. Recruiting and Training: Assist the Store Manager in recruiting, inducting, training, and developing a high performing team that fosters a positive store environment. Sales Objectives: Work together with the Store Manager to achieve sales targets and KPIs, while also implementing strategies aimed at boosting sales growth and improving the overall customer experience. Daily Operations: Oversee daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures. Staff Rotas: Organise and oversee team schedules to ensure there is enough cover on the shop floor at all times. Merchandising Standards: Support the Store Manager to maintain high visual merchandising standards, ensuring the store always looks exciting, inviting, and accessible. Sustainability: Use your passion for the environment to support B&B in reaching impact goals set out in the sustainability and impact strategy and lead your team to do the same. (We're a B Corp!) Stock Management: Assist with managing stock efficiently to optimise stock levels, minimise discrepancies, and ensure products are readily available. Stock Takes: Arrange, plan and execute stock takes with the Store Manager. Events: Lead and host store and local events, including evening events, to make them enjoyable and memorable for our customers. Sampling: Motivating and leading the team to get out there to spread the word about our delicious teas, whether greeting customers with a sample, outside of the store, or at external events. Build Connections: Foster relationships within the local community to increase footfall and successful store events and activities. About you People Management Experience: Previous experience in a management role or similar within a customer service environment. Brand Ambassador: Proudly represent our brand and culture, embodying our values and inspiring your team to do the same. Sales Skills: Proven track record of effective selling skills and the ability to drive commercial outcomes. Team Leadership: History of successfully participating in and leading a team, fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. Communication and Problem Solving: Strong communication, problem solving, and visual merchandising skills. Product Enthusiasm: A genuine passion for our product and the confidence to share your enthusiasm with customers and the team. Customer Service Skills: Strong understanding of customer service with the ability to build rapport and connect with customers confidently. Professionalism: Foster a professional, fair, and kind relationship with customers and colleagues. Empathy: Demonstrated ability to use empathy to manage interpersonal relationships effectively. Open Mindset: A curious and open minded approach, with the ability to understand others, listen without judgement, and embrace diverse perspectives. Flexible Availability: Flexibility in availability is essential. Shifts may vary weekly, requiring adaptability to cover different days and times including weekends and some evenings. A commitment to excellence: Going above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction, store standards and team happiness are second nature to you. Are there any perks? Of course there are, for all the hard work you will get: We are proud to be a Sunday Times Best Places To Work 2024 employer. Friendly and supportive team culture: Enjoy working alongside a team of like minded individuals who value collaboration, camaraderie, and fun in the workplace. Membership of company pension scheme (if applicable): Secure your financial future with enrollment in a company sponsored pension scheme, ensuring peace of mind and financial stability in retirement. Holiday accrual that grows with loyalty: Enjoy 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a token of appreciation for your dedication and loyalty to the organisation, providing you with ample opportunities for rest and relaxation. This entitlement increases with service. Your birthday off! Life Insurance & Income Protection: providing financial security and peace of mind for you and your families. Health Cash Plan: after one year service we will enrol you into our Health Cash Plan which will allow you to claim back money for dental, optical, prescription charges etc. Specific information on this scheme will be shared with you all. Life Happens Leave: Sometimes life can throw unexpected challenges our way, we offer paid leave specifically dedicated to these situations to provide employees with the time and space needed. Complimentary drinks and snacks: Stay refreshed and energised throughout the day with a variety of free drinks and snacks provided in the office. Monthly tea allowance and generous staff discount: Indulge in your favourite teas while benefiting from a discount on company products, fostering a culture of enjoyment and appreciation. Employee Assistance Programme: Access confidential and professional mental health support services to prioritise your well being and address any personal or work related challenges. Bike to Work and Electric Vehicle Schemes: Take advantage of a sustainable transportation option, contribute to environmental conservation, and benefit from tax efficient savings. Paid volunteer days: Make a positive impact in our community by participating in volunteer activities during dedicated paid volunteer days, fostering a culture of corporate social responsibility and giving back. Dog friendly office: Bring your furry friend to work and enjoy a pet friendly environment that promotes work life balance and companionship. We also have enhanced family friendly policies, offer flexible working and are always open to discussing your individual circumstances! Equality statement We are committed to equality of opportunity for all, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application or interview process please let us know.
