Clinical Manager

Date: 29 May 2026

Location: Swindon, ENG, GB, SN1 1JS

Company: Specsavers

Clinical Manager – Specsavers

Role Purpose

As a Clinical Manager at Specsavers, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a seamless and efficient clinical experience for our customers. You will lead the clinic and contact lens operations, ensuring exceptional service, minimal waiting times, and a well-organised environment. You will also support the development and performance of your team, driving clinical excellence, commercial success, and a culture aligned with Specsavers’ values.

Key Responsibilities

Clinic & Contact Lens Operations

  • Manage clinic flow to ensure patients are seen promptly and efficiently.
  • Oversee the contact lens department, ensuring high standards of service and technical excellence.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, coach, and motivate your team to deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Conduct regular team meetings, training sessions, and 1-2-1s to support development and performance.

Customer Experience

  • Act as the first point of contact for patients, ensuring a warm and professional welcome.
  • Resolve customer concerns confidently and positively.

Store & Business Support

  • Support daily store operations, including key holder for opening/closing the store and delivery of morning team huddles as required
  • Assist with business planning and drive key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Maintain store compliance with legal and professional standards.

Benefits

  • Full time - 40 hours a week - weekend working is essential for this role
  • Early and late shifts
  • Salary - £32,000 plus a generous monthly bonus
  • Private healthcare
  • Specsavers perks 
  • Free parking 

Specsavers Behaviours

Focus on the Customer

  • Always act in the best interests of the customer.
  • Seek ways to improve service and exceed expectations.

Support the Partnership

  • Collaborate with store partners to grow the business.
  • Respect and understand partner challenges.

Act as One Team

  • Support colleagues and work collaboratively.
  • Value diverse perspectives and communicate openly.

Make It Happen

  • Take ownership and deliver results with passion.
  • Involve the right people and keep things simple.

Understand Our Business

  • Be curious about Specsavers’ products, services, and history.
  • Act as a brand ambassador and embrace change.

Leadership Expectations

  • Lead by example, living Specsavers’ values and behaviours.
  • Set clear direction and help others understand their role.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in team leadership and people development.
  • Strong organisational and communication skills.

Desirable Skills

  • Knowledge of contact lens products and services.
  • Experience in the optical and/or hearing sector.