Assistant Manager

Assistant Store Manager – Bournemouth Up to £28,000 + Bonus Independent-feel, high-end, modern opticians

At Inspired Recruitment Group, we understand that exploring a new job opportunity can feel like a big step. That’s why we approach every conversation with care, confidentiality, and absolutely no pressure. If you’re an experienced Assistant Manager or Senior Optical Assistant looking for a fresh start in a supportive, well-established practice, we’re here to help you take that step at your own pace.

This modern, stylish, and high-performing practice is located on the high street in Bournemouth, offering a premium patient experience in a welcoming and family-feel setting. Despite not being the largest store, it delivers the highest turnover in the group, supported by a passionate and experienced team.

With 3 fully-equipped test rooms, advanced technology, and a strong commercial focus, the practice combines high-end optics with outstanding patient care.

This role will suit an experienced Assistant Manager who is confident, commercially aware, and passionate about leading and supporting a team. You will play a key part in the day-to-day running of the practice, supporting the Practice Manager, motivating the team, and helping to drive performance while maintaining exceptional patient care.

• Supporting the Practice Manager with daily operations
• Leading and motivating the team
• Delivering high-end dispensing and customer service
• Driving commercial performance and individual sales
• Supporting training, development, and team engagement
• Acting as management cover when required

• Previous experience as a Senior Optical Assistant or Assistant Manager
• Confident leader with strong people management skills
• Commercially aware and motivated by performance
• High-end dispensing and customer service experience
• Professional, positive, and proactive attitude

• Basic salary of £28,000 + bonus
• Individual daily sales bonus, paid monthly
• Excellent earning potential in a high-turnover store
• 28 days holiday
• Supportive management and positive working culture
• Clear progression opportunities into Practice Management and professional development

• 5-days Monday to Saturday with a day off in the week – 9:00am – 5:30pm
• Full-time position 37.5 hours

• High-end, modern working environment
• Family-feel, supportive team culture
• High-performing store with strong earning potential
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Forward-thinking, independent-feel business

At Inspired Recruitment Group, we don’t believe in pushy or pressured tactics. Whether you’re actively job hunting or just quietly curious about what else is out there, we’re here for a confidential, no-obligation chat. We treat every conversation with respect and honesty—and we’re with you every step of the way if you decide to move forward.

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Once you have applied, one of the experienced team at Inspired Selections will give you a call to discuss the role in more detail.
They will also go over your previous experience from your CV and your current situation to make sure you have the relevant experience and match what the client is looking for.
Once this has been discussed, leave it to us and we will arrange the meeting for you.

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