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Title: Receptionist/Healthcare Assistant

Location: Dartford

Hours: 40 hours

Salary £25,400

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

Due to continued growth, a fantastic opportunity has arisen to join Optical Express as a Healthcare Assistant (Surgery Assistant). The role involves travelling to cover other Optical Express surgery clinics and weekend working.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

This is a dual role covering both the Reception desk and Surgery. Following appropriate training, supervised practice and competency achievement assessments, you will be able to undertake all designated roles within the surgery team working across two surgical specialities: laser vision correction department (LVC) and ophthalmic (IOL) theatres.

You will also be responsible for the following:

• Pre-operative testing; conducting tests prior to examination and treatment and assisting during the consent appointment process, including providing information to patients prior to their IOL or LVC procedure.
• Patient discharging; instructing the patient pre and post procedure on the care of the eyes, updating medical records, making follow up appointments.
• Laser technician; preparation and calibration of the lasers, understanding data, loading and transferring data, safe running of the lasers.
• Co-ordinating: Controlling patient flow on the day of the consent appointment and surgery appointments to ensure minimum waiting times for patients and managing queries.
• Assisting the surgeon during consent appointments and treatments – acting as scrub assistant (LVC only); taking notes for the surgeon; instilling eye drops.
• Undertaking the role of ‘HCA’ (Healthcare Assistant) in IOL theatre to assist the surgical team and patients during surgery and associated tasks such as decontamination of instruments.
• Actively participating in the end of treatment day activities; updating patient files, filing, compiling ‘end of day’ reports for head office, cleaning the department, stock and lens ordering.
• Reporting untoward incidents – taking an active role in patient safety issues and quality and risk management.

Receptionist duties include:

• Covering the reception area, maintaining a priority for incoming calls at all times
• Take clear and concise messages
• Communicating all messages promptly and accurately
• Provide administrative support to the Manager
• Maintain stationery stocks and oversee the ordering of new supplies
• General reception duties as and when required

Essential Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to absorb and convey highly technical information
• Adaptable with a flexible approach to work
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
• A confident and professional individual who has fantastic organisational skills
• Excellent telephone manner
• Demonstrate confidentiality, integrity and discretion

What’s in it for you?

• A market leading salary
• No night shift
• State of the art, modern working environments
• 29 days annual leave per year
• Pension scheme
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Discounted prescription eyewear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• An accessible management team and transparent management structure
• Working in a larger clinical team means less pressure on our staff and more time to spend with our patients
• Full visibility of 6 week rota

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer

Title: Assistant Manager

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: Up to £35,000 DoE, plus bonus and other benefits

As the UK’s leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our expert Surgeons undertake more procedures collectively than any other national provider. For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. We are focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity. The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Manager to join the leadership team at our prestigious Dartford clinic. This role would be well suited to someone with existing high end retail or clinical management experience or an individual looking to make the next step up in their career. It will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to develop their skills across a broad remit and disciplines.

You will be responsible for setting and maintaining world class standards throughout the clinic.

The main aspects of the role –

• Leading a team of outstanding Patient Advisors to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients
• Ensuring that all colleagues have the right support in place to excel and develop their skills
• Effectively manage the clinic workload, and ensuring diaries are managed in advance
• Deputise for Clinic Manager

The successful candidate will have experience of -

• Leading a diverse team, preferably within a retail or clinical setting
• Hands-on and customer-centric approach
• Delivery against recognised industry standards
• Developing a multi-disciplinary team to meet the levels of service and activity expectations
• Leadership with incidents, safeguarding, referrals and complaints
• Monitoring SLA’s and escalation as required
• Managing the performance of the team to deliver the highest calibre of clinical and customer service at all times
• Maintaining relationships with the senior leadership team
• Confidence and integrity to operate with the utmost discretion
• Excellent communication and presentation skill

What’s in it for you?

• Free Laser Eye and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Discounts on prescription eyewear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express family & friends discount
• Modern working environment
• On-going training and development opportunities
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Perkbox subscription

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer.

Are you looking for a new role in Commercial Property? If so, I have been instructed on a exciting opportunity with a firm based in Dartford looking to bring in a Solicitor to their Commercial Property team. 



My client is a reputable firm in the market and deal with all areas of Commercial Property law. This position includes handling a caseload of mixed Commercial Property matters such as, freehold acquisitions and disposals, commercial leasehold transactions, site acquisitions and development and secured lending. With this position you will also be dealing with some business sales & purchases and deal with a few residential property matters. 



My client is looking for someone who have 1+PQE and has the ability to manage their own caseload unsupervised. It would be desirable if you have some experience within residential conveyancing however this isn't essential. 



In return you will receive a competitive salary, career progression, secretarial support, long term support and training opportunities and additional benefits. 



 

Our client is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor.  This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and expanding team in Dartford. The role offers a competitive salary, Geneorus holiday plus your birthday off, pension scheme, healthcare cashback options, cycle-to-work scheme, staff discounts on legal services, and regular social events.



About the Firm:



My client is a well-established firm with a strong commercial property practice. They act for a wide range of clients on high-quality non-contentious matters and provide a supportive environment where progression and professional development are encouraged.



Commercial Property Solicitor — Position Overview:



Act for a broad client base on commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, leasehold matters, development projects, and secured lending. You may also be involved in business sales and purchases, with some limited exposure to residential property work.



Key Responsibilities of the Commercial Property Solicitor:

 

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters


• Handle freehold acquisitions and disposals


• Advise on commercial leasehold transactions


• Work on site acquisitions and development projects


• Deal with secured lending, liaising with financial institutions


• Support business sales and purchases


• (Desirable) Advise on residential property matters

Requirements of the Commercial Property Solicitor:

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year PQE


• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills


• IT literate with case management experience


• Able to manage your own caseload and meet deadlines


• Calm, professional, and commercially minded with a proactive approach


• Confident problem solver and good team player

The Benefits for the Commercial Property Solicitor role:

• Competitive salary (DOE)


• Generous holiday plus your birthday off


• Pension scheme


• Employee assistance programme


• Optional healthcare cashback scheme


• Cycle-to-work scheme


• Staff discounts on legal services (including family and friends referral scheme)


• Regular social events


• Free eye tests

Job: Head of Art and DT

School: Secondary Academy, Bexley, Southeast London/Kent

Annual Salary:  Enhanced MPS/UPS (Outer London) £37,928 - £6,217 + TLR2B ,611

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Start date: January 2026

Aston Education is working with an Ofsted Good 11-18 secondary Academy in Bexley, in Southeast London/Kent. They are looking for apermanent Head of Art and DT.

The school is part of a respected medium size multi academy trust, and their reputation is built on a tradition of high standards and academic excellence.

The School and the MAT offer:

• An extensive support network
• Teachers' pension
• A wide range of professional development opportunities
• Attractive benefits package
• Excellent facilities
• Free car parking

As a Head ofArt and DT, you'll shape and deliver the strategic vision for Art and DT and lead the delivery of high-quality, engaging Art and DT education across key stages 3, 4 and 5.

The department has excellent results, and the team is passionate and experienced.

The department uses a range of techniques and disciplines including Fine Art, Sculpture, Print making, 3D design, Photography, Food Tech and Hospitality and Catering.

They have extensive facilities including dark room, kiln, etching presses, laser cutting, vacuum forming machinery, cameras, access to the latest Adobe Creative Cloud Apps, as well as a fully equipped kitchen.

As a Head of Art and DT you'll monitor and raise student achievement, lead on assessment and moderation and liaise with exam boards.

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• QTS/QTLS and Art/DT specialism
• Deep understanding of the Art and DT curriculum for KS3, 4 and 5
• Experience teaching Art to KS3, 4 and 5
• Ability to teach Photography and knowledge Photoshop
• Passion to Champion Art and DT across the school

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced head of department, or have experience gained in a second in charge role.

Closing date: As soon as possible

Applications: Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal chat about this Head ofArt and DT job and to apply.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Job: Head of Business Studies

School: Secondary Academy, Bexley, Southeast London

Annual Salary: Enhanced MPS/UPS (Outer London) £37,928 - £6,217 + TLR2B ,180

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Start date: January 2026

Aston Education is working with an Ofsted Good 11-18 secondary Academy in Bexley, in Southeast London/Kent. They are looking for apermanent Head of Business Studies.

The school is part of a respected medium size multi academy trust, and their reputation is built on a tradition of high standards and academic excellence.

The School and the MAT offer:

• An extensive support network
• Teachers' pension
• A wide range of professional development opportunities
• Attractive benefits package
• Excellent facilities
• Free car parking

As a Head ofBusiness Studies, you'll shape and deliver the strategic vision for Business Studies and lead the delivery of high-quality, engaging Business Studies education across key stages 4 and 5.

You'll lead a small team of teachers, monitor and raise student achievement, lead on assessment, moderation and liaise with exam boards and Champion Business Studies across the school.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a deep understanding of the Business Studies curriculum and a passion for sharing your knowledge with others. You will need to be an excellent communicator with QTS/QTLS.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or experienced head of department.

Closing date: As soon as possible

Applications: Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal chat about this Head ofBusiness Studies job and to apply.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

About the Place
Ebbsfleet is one of the UK’s most ambitious regeneration projects, a 21st-century Garden City designed to bring together homes, jobs, and green spaces in a connected and sustainable way. As England’s first new Garden City in almost a century, Ebbsfleet is already home to thousands of residents, a growing business community, new schools, and a landscape shaped around health, wellbeing and the environment.

The vision is bold and enduring: to create an exemplar new community of up to 15,000 homes, supported by first-class infrastructure, active travel routes, outstanding public spaces, and a dynamic new commercial and civic heart at Ebbsfleet Central.

The Ebbsfleet Development Corporation (EDC) sits at the centre of this mission, leading delivery, unlocking investment, and working with government, local authorities, developers and residents to make the vision real. EDC is a small, expert and highly committed organisation that has already delivered major progress on housing, transport and placemaking. The next few years will be pivotal, as we accelerate development, shape Ebbsfleet Central, and embed long-term stewardship of this unique place.
 

About the Role
This is a rare and career-defining opportunity to lead one of the most significant regeneration projects in the country.

As Chief Executive, you will provide strategic leadership to the Corporation, ensuring it delivers the Garden City vision while maintaining the highest standards of governance and accountability as a public body. Reporting to the Chair and Board, you will lead a talented and motivated team, shaping the next phase of Ebbsfleet’s journey and ensuring the Corporation continues to deliver at pace, with integrity and impact.

Your priorities will be clear and ambitious: to make tangible progress on Ebbsfleet Central, maintaining housing delivery momentum; to strengthen long-term partnerships with government, local authorities and developers; and to ensure the Corporation remains a trusted and effective organisation, known for delivery, collaboration and innovation.

This is both a strategic and visible leadership role. You will represent Ebbsfleet nationally and locally, engaging with ministers, partners and investors while ensuring robust programme management, sound financial control and a culture that enables staff to thrive. You will be responsible for preparing and securing approval for corporate and business plans, overseeing investment programmes, and sustaining the high standards of governance expected of a public body.
  
About You
We are looking for an outstanding leader who combines strategic vision, delivery focus and strong commercial acumen with the values and integrity that come from public service. You will have a proven track record of delivering complex housing or regeneration programmes and of working across public and private sectors to unlock growth.

You will be comfortable engaging with ministers and senior officials, as well as with developers, investors and local partners. Equally, you will bring the leadership skills to inspire an organisation, building confidence and maintaining the collaborative, supportive culture that defines EDC.

You will bring the confidence and credibility to lead through complexity, with a proven record in delivering results, shaping partnerships and driving investment. Your experience in commercial negotiation, planning and place leadership will be grounded in sound judgement and a genuine passion for building sustainable communities.

This is a role for someone who wants to make a lasting impact. It offers the chance to combine strategic leadership and hands-on delivery in an organisation with national profile and a clear purpose.

For more information and to apply, please visit  contact Maud Hollis on or Clare Connor on to discuss the role further.
 

Closing date: Wednesday 3rd December
 
To apply:
To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (three sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact 

Applications should include:

• Full contact details;
• Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees);
• Details of your current salary and notice period
• Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview.

At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email  .

Home Based Opportunity with a leading UK Company UTILITY WAREHOUSE est. 2002

Part of the Telecom Plus group

• Utilities are constantly rising.
• Save money on essential services.
• Help others save money and get paid.

Gas - Electricity - Broadband - Mobile & Insurance

This is a Self Employed Opportunity

• Work around your existing job
• And fit around family commitments
• Potential earnings from £500-£000 pcm
• Unlimited income potential for team builders
• Free ongoing training is provided

Initial nominal refundale fee of 0 is required

Earnings are dependant upon the effort and time you put in.

This is an opportunity to build for your financial security.
To apply, you MUST be permitted to work in the UK,
Minimum age 21 and not on a student VISA
This is NOT a warehouse Job

To find out more click APPLY NOW

A company representative will call to explain and answer your questions with no obligation interested then click apply now.

Home Based Opportunity with a leading UK Company UTILITY WAREHOUSE est. 2002

Part of the Telecom Plus group

• Utilities are constantly rising.
• Save money on essential services.
• Help others save money and get paid.

Gas - Electricity - Broadband - Mobile & Insurance

This is a Self Employed Opportunity

• Work around your existing job
• And fit around family commitments
• Potential earnings from £500-£000 pcm
• Unlimited income potential for team builders
• Free ongoing training is provided

Initial nominal refundale fee of 0 is required

Earnings are dependant upon the effort and time you put in.

This is an opportunity to build for your financial security.
To apply, you MUST be permitted to work in the UK,
Minimum age 21 and not on a student VISA
This is NOT a warehouse Job

To find out more click APPLY NOW

A company representative will call to explain and answer your questions with no obligation interested then click apply now.