Practice Manager – Independent Opticians – Chichester

Practice Manager – Independent Opticians – Chichester – £28,000–£35,000 + Benefits

A leading independent Opticians in Chichester, West Sussex, are looking for an experienced Practice Manager to lead their front-of-house operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fully private, high-end practice focused on delivering exceptional patient care in a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee daily front-of-house operations with no formal line management Manage clinic flow, patient journey, and appointment scheduling Handle collections, repairs, phone enquiries, and contact lens ordering Maintain compliance, health & safety policies, and patient records Support social media and practice marketing initiatives Contribute ideas to improve systems and service delivery

Practice Details:

Fully private, independent Opticians in central Chichester Team of 2 DOs, 1 trainee DO, and 2 Optometrists Double testing rooms with 60–75 minute test times Dispensing knowledge helpful but not essential Opening hours: Monday–Friday 9am–5pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays (9am–4pm)

Package:

Salary: £28,000–£35,000 depending on experience Private Health Insurance Excellent work-life balance (only 1 in 4 Saturdays) Supportive team and premium patient base

Requirements:

Optical practice experience essential Management or leadership experience preferred Organised, proactive, and confident with excellent people skills Comfortable working independently and bringing new ideas

Apply now to join a highly respected independent practice where you can make a real impact.