Trainee Dispensing Optician, Reading

Job Title: Trainee Dispensing Optician (TDO)
Location: Reading
Type: Full-time, Training Role

Begin Your Life-Changing Career in Ophthalmic Dispensing!

Are you passionate about eye care and looking to start a rewarding career? We are excited to offer a Trainee Dispensing Optician (TDO) position, with enrolment in the prestigious ABDO Fellowship Dispensing Diploma programme!

This is your opportunity to learn and develop the essential skills required to become a fully qualified Dispensing Optician. Through a combination of blended learning—distance learning, block release periods, and hands-on practice—you’ll gain invaluable experience and qualifications under the guidance of an experienced supervisor.

What You’ll Do

As a TDO, your responsibilities will include:

• Analysing prescriptions and providing tailored advice on lens types and frame styling.

• Taking precise frame, facial, and lens measurements.

• Completing distance learning coursework and assignments.

• Attending block release periods for immersive study and practical training.

• Building a Pre-Qualification Portfolio (PQP), showcasing your case records and clinical expertise.

Why Join Us?

This structured pathway not only equips you with knowledge and practical skills but also lays the foundation for a lifelong career in ophthalmic dispensing. With our support, you’ll receive outstanding training while working in a professional, customer-focused environment.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals with:

• GCSEs (Grade 4-9 / A-C) in English, Mathematics, and Science.

• A strong passion for ophthalmic dispensing and a desire to learn.

• Commitment to 10-15 hours per week for distance learning coursework.

• Availability to attend two block release periods per year at ABDO College in Godmersham, Kent.

• A professional and motivated attitude, with excellent communication skills.

Location & Flexibility

• Years 1 & 2: Training at our [Insert Specific Branch Locations].

• Year 3: Potential for placement at another branch, depending on availability and progression.

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to start a career that makes a difference in people’s lives while gaining industry-leading qualifications, we want to hear from you. Submit your application and take the first step towards becoming a qualified Dispensing Optician!

This is a rare opportunity to combine on-the-job training with academic excellence—don’t miss your chance to join this life-changing programme!

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics).

Applicants who have been unsuccessful in the past 12 month should not reapply for the same job role