What this role is likely to suit
Are you a meticulous and caring optician ready to make a difference in people's lives? We are seeking a Locum Optician to join the confidential practice team in Cumbria. As a Locum Optician, you will be responsible for assisting with patient eye examinations, dispensing and fitting eyewear, educating patients on proper eyewear care, and maintaining an organized dispensary. If you are an attentive and customer-focused optician, we'd love to have you as part of the confidential practice team in Cumbria. The role is presented as a confidential client opportunity, so public details focus on professional fit rather than exposing employer information.
Full public brief
Are you a meticulous and caring optician ready to make a difference in people's lives? We are seeking a Locum Optician to join the confidential practice team in Cumbria. As a Locum Optician, you will be responsible for assisting with patient eye examinations, dispensing and fitting eyewear, educating patients on proper eyewear care, and maintaining an organized dispensary. If you are an attentive and customer-focused optician, we'd love to have you as part of the confidential practice team in Cumbria. Job specification - Accurately interpret and fill prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses. - Advise patients on lens choices, lens coatings, and eyewear accessories based on their needs and lifestyle. - Assist optometrists in conducting eye examinations and diagnostic tests. - Conduct fittings and adjustments to ensure that eyewear is comfortable and suits the patient's needs. - Ensure the optical dispensary is compliant with healthcare standards and maintains a high level of hygiene and safety. - Keep detailed records of patient interactions, prescriptions, and follow-up appointments. - Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring patient satisfaction with their eyewear and overall experience. - Repair and maintain eyeglasses, providing adjustments as needed to ensure optimal fit and comfort. Candidate requirements - Must be registered as an optician by the General Optical Council (GOC). - Must have a minimum of two years of working experience as an optician in the United Kingdom. - Must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively. - Must be a well-trained and certified personnel in fitting contact lenses. - Must have excellent attention to detail, particularly for interpreting prescriptions and checking lenses. Why work with Verovian - Access to exclusive vacancies and work shifts - Fully online registration and onboarding process - Working with your dedicated consultants - Earn a referral bonus of up to GBP 200[T&C apply] - Free CV and consultation
Role scope
- Advise patients on lenses, frames, measurements and product choices with clarity and care.
- Support handover from the clinical team into a confident dispensing conversation.
- Maintain strong standards around compliance, documentation, aftercare and practice presentation.
What we will qualify with you
- Practice setting, product range, patient mix and team structure.
- Sales expectations, clinical handover process and support available.
- Pay, bonus, rota and progression route before your profile is introduced.
Candidate profile
- Must be registered as an optician by the General Optical Council (GOC).
- Must have a minimum of two years of working experience as an optician in the United Kingdom.
- Must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Must be a well-trained and certified personnel in fitting contact lenses.
- Must have excellent attention to detail, particularly for interpreting prescriptions and checking lenses.
Benefits and working context
- Access to exclusive vacancies and work shifts
- Fully online registration and onboarding process
- Working with your dedicated consultants
- Earn a referral bonus of up to GBP 200[T&C apply]
- Free CV and consultation
Pay, rota and consent
Published pay/rate: Competitive To be confirmed. Working pattern: Locum Optician to join the confidential practice team in Cumbria.. Setting: confidential optical practice. Before representation, Verovian will confirm pay or rate, working pattern, location expectations, client context and what information you consent to share.