Trainee Dispensing Optician - Southampton

Job description

ROLE: Trainee Dispensing Optician l LOCATION: Southampton Vacancy closes: 2/5/26: JOB PURPOSE: To contribute to the achievement of the highest standards of customer service and professional advice by offering first class dispensing practices and customer care at all times. To achieve qualification as a G.O.C.* registered dispensing optician via ‘blended learning’, which is a combination of distance learning, block release, and practice-based learning. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform all dispensing requirements in line with supervisor’s instructions, which can include prescription analysis, advise on lens type, styling frames, and taking frame, facial, and lens measurements. Carry out repairs, adjustments, and fittings in line with supervisory instruction. Check new jobs into the branch as required. Process all invoices and credit notes as received. Chase outstanding orders and advise customers of delays. Provide administrative back-up where necessary to the branch team, including cashing up, processing vouchers, overseeing daily envelope and contact lens ordering. Enter stock when received on the computer system. Promote products and services and maximise the opportu...