Laboratory Manager – Goole – £50,000–£58,000 – Permanent Join a global leader. Drive innovation. Lead a high-performing team.Our client, a global industry leader in the oils and fats food manufacture sector, is seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to take ownership of their busy lab in Goole. This is a permanent, high-impact role where you’ll lead operations, shape strategy, and ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.You’ll be the go-to expert for laboratory operations — from implementing quality systems and driving continuous improvement, to developing your team and delivering results that keep the business ahead of the competition.
What you’ll be doing
Lead and manage day-to-day laboratory operationsEnsure full compliance with Health & Safety, ISO 17025, and quality systemsPlan, coordinate, and allocate resources to meet deadlines efficientlyOversee method development, validation, and proficiency testingManage budgets, procurement, and supplier relationshipsDrive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiativesLead, mentor, and develop a skilled laboratory teamAct as deputy for the Technical Manager when required
What we’re looking for
Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or related field5+ years’ hands-on lab experience in an analytical environmentStrong knowledge of ISO 17025 and LIMS/SAP systemsProven leadership and team management skillsExcellent problem-solving, organisation, and decision-making abilitiesSolid understanding of laboratory Health & Safety requirements
What’s on offer
Salary: £50,000 – £58,000 + benefitsNon-contractual bonus25 days holiday plus bank holidays5% matched Pension schemeBUPA private healthcareCash-back health scheme with virtual GP accessEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRetail & leisure discountsCycle to Work schemeFree parking and non-payable electric vehicle charging pointsPermanent role with a global companyMonday–Friday, 40 hours per week (with out-of-hours contact)
If you’re ready to take the next step in your laboratory career and lead a team at the forefront of quality and innovation — apply today.Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
To perform all general administrative tasks associated with the laboratory
To act as the first point of call for non-technical queries
To assist with information coordination for laboratories customers and internal stakeholders (e.g. sales staff and marketing staff)
To assist in the maintenance of records including CRM tools and accounts software/systems
To provide administrative support for on-going projects including those carried out with other Eurofins business units
To support the day-to-day operations of the laboratory including the provision of required consumables, equipment and arranging logistics
To support the Office Manager in day to day activities and deputise in their absence
To administer Sales and Orders including all aspects of invoices
To follow up customers for payment and information required
To manage customer hospitality on-site arranging lunches and refreshments
To manage and file all laboratory documents
To support in commercial activities (RFQ process and follow up) as directed by the LBM
To liaise with our IT resources (internal or external) to resolve IT issues
To manage receipt and dispatch of goods to customers
To act as a Personal Assistant (PA) to the Laboratory Business Manager (as required)
To maintain all office equipment including maintaining supplies, upgrades and leasing
To ensure that he/she obtains and maintains the requisite competences to perform his/her duties (eg technical, PTS etc) and carries out his/her duties in accordance with all Eurofins policies, procedures and processes, including, but not limited to, the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974)
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation that are relevant to your post, to meet the overall business objectives.Training:As a business administration apprentice, you will complete the following qualifications as part of your Apprenticeship:
Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard
Level 2 Functional Skills maths and English if required
You will also develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to work within an office environment
This apprenticeship is delivered in the workplace and 20% of your working time will be dedicated towards training and learning new skills
You will be allocated a tutor who will provide you with personal support and assessment at pre-arranged times
Assessment is through a variety of methods including observations in the workplace, witness testimonies, product evidence and professional discussions
All evidence will be logged to your electronic portfolio
Training Outcome:All training will be completed within the workplace. Ensure you can travel to the office on a daily basis.Employer Description:Eurofins Electrical & Electronic UK Ltd is a leading provider of compliance, certification and testing services to manufacturers, designers, retailers and importers of electrical and electronic products in the UK and globally.
Our UKAS Accredited testing laboratories are located in Devon, Southampton, London, Bristol, Castleford and Grangemouth, with our head office in York.
In addition to these locations, the wider Eurofins E&E UK network includes Eurofins E&E CML Ltd and AQL EMC, industry-leading providers of hazardous location certification and aerospace/defence EMC testing, respectively.
Alongside our EMC, Electrical Safety and RF testing services, we offer an extensive range of compliance and certification services, as well as test equipment calibration and reference RF sources.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Half hour lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Knowledge of IT systems,Knowledge of Microsoft office,Time management....Read more...
Main Duties:
Travelling to the customers sites
Working in the onsite Laboratory
Installing and removing monitoring equipment from site.
Preparing and calibrating monitoring and Laboratory equipment
Completing proposals and reporting
Project management
Checking the data
The role also includes:
Servicing and repairing equipment
Testing new systems and services
Developing customer information
Improving efficiency of monitoring office-based duties
Telephoning customers
Filing equipment and test records
Develop business plans for new monitoring services
Compile client development plans
Training:
The learner will be studying the Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship standard qualification
Day release to West Suffolk College
Training Outcome:The opportunity to progress to a Lab Engineer, Senior Engineer, Manager/Team Leader.Employer Description:Consultants in acoustics, air quality, environmental monitoring, BREEAM, air leakage, compliance and lab testing and training. We are specialists when it comes to planning, performance prediction, design, inspection, measurement and troubleshooting. SRL works in partnership with our clients across the UK and internationally, to identify the most cost effective and practical ways to handle acoustics, noise, vibration and air quality issues, often on high-profile national projects.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, between 9.00am and 5:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Laboratory Technician Nottingham, UKFull time, Fixed term 15 monthsSalary: £24,000 to £26,000 per annum (based on skills and experience)About Freenome LtdFreenome Ltd is a leading immunodiagnostics developer focused on the growing field of diagnostic products to detect early stage cancer.Our technology, EarlyCDT, can detect cancer on average four years earlier than standard diagnosis. We have a CE-IVD marked lung test that has already impacted the care of more than 200,000 patients at high risk of lung cancer or with indeterminate pulmonary nodules (IPN). Our work has been featured in over 150 presentations, posters, keynotes, and peer-reviewed publications.About this roleWe are seeking a Laboratory Technician on a 15-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) to join our Development team in Nottingham. This onsite role supports lab operations and scientific development, contributing to our mission of transforming cancer diagnostics.You will help maintain equipment, manage stock, and assist scientists with experiments in proteomic immunoassays, while ensuring accurate record-keeping in line with ISO 13485 standards. This role reports to the Lab Operations Manager and is onsite at our Nottingham, UK, laboratories.Key responsibilities
Maintain, calibrate, and clean lab equipment (e.g., autoclave, pH meter, balances, plate washers)Carry out routine lab maintenance: glassware washing, legionella prevention, lab coat cleaningManage waste disposal, including hazardous and product wastePrepare reagents/buffers and maintain reliable batch recordsReceive goods, manage stock, and order consumables/reagentsHandle and store human serum samples safelySupport ELISA-based assay development and molecular biology experiments (PCR, cloning, DNA/protein purification, bacterial expression)Perform basic data analysis and contribute to internal presentations
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (or studying towards 2:1 or above) in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, or related fieldPrevious lab experience with safe practices, accurate record-keeping, and solution/buffer prepBasic knowledge of ELISA, SDS-PAGE, recombinant protein expression, and purification techniquesStrong organisational skills, attention to detail, and teamwork
Desirable
Experience with bacterial culture, protein purification, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, and PCR
Additional information: Full induction and training providedInterested in this Laboratory Technician role? Please apply with your latest CV and a cover letter. INDHS ....Read more...
Assist our dentists or therapists by means of chairside support duties under supervision in accordance with the GDC Dental Nurses guidance. Working alongside our team of dentists, nurses and receptionists
Work towards a nationally recognised qualification in dental nursing
Logging in your induction and training
Follow every policy and procedure within the practice
Maintain an acceptable working relationship with members of our dental team
Maintain a close contact with the practice manager on all workplace matters including administration, pay and conditions
Be available to assist the reception on their duties if required
Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others
To learn the use of different dental materials, instruments and their properties across a range of dental treatment procedures
To learn all aspects of decontamination and cross infection control and adhering to them
Receiving all the necessary vaccinations
Take all necessary care in working with all equipment and their maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
Following the practice policies and procedures in waste disposal
Use of the practice computer and X-ray systems
Completion of laboratory request forms and keeping records of all items
Locate all necessary laboratory work, ready for each session
Provide patient support by liaising with reception over appointments
Escorting patients from the waiting room to the surgery and communicating to the clinician any change in medical history or problems that they have noted
Maintain patients’ confidentiality at all times in relation to patient medical history, details of treatment, financial transactions or any conversation overheard or conducted within and outside the practice
To learn how to deal with a medical emergency
Perform chaperoning duties for other clinical GDC registrants
Answer telephone, receive mail, email
To use dedicated computer program to enter patients details and treatment plans, manage the appointment book, send appointments by mail/email
Maintain recall systems
File patient clinical records and correspondence securely and ensure they are kept up-to date
Attend all agreed trainings, Induction and other structured sessions
Assist in all clerical and administrative duties as required by the principals and the manger
Report equipment failures to the practice manager and work in general in close liaison with the principals and the practice manager and bring to their attention any concerns about aspects of the practice, its performance or the performance of others in the practice
Attend all practice meetings and perform all tasks that are reasonably requested by the principals and the manager
Adhere to policies, procedures within the practice and all conditions stated in their contract and staff handbook
Training:You will study towards a Level 3 Dental Nursing ApprenticeshipYou will complete your training at our Training site in Newcastle once a week and then you will be with the employer for 4 further days a week.Training Outcome:Depending on the circumstances of the business and upon completion of the apprenticeship programme, there could be a potential position of employment available. Employer Description:Hencotes Dental Practice are a friendly, professional dental practice located in Hexham. With their highly qualified clinicians, we make sure you are well looked after and treated with dignity and respect at every stage.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary:
Responsible for production and compliance assigned duties. This includes but is not limited to batch and process manufacturing, compliance responsibilities, inventory control, bulk material handling, and packaging.
Essential Functions:
Works with Production Supervisors, Process Technicians, other Utility, and the Corporate Compliance Manager in the safe handling of the equipment and chemical intermediates in both storage and use in production Understand and demonstrate compliance with HMIS, SDS's, HAZCOM, General Safety, HAZWASTE, LO/TO, PSM, PPE protocol, and proper housekeeping Management of Wastewater including monitor and reporting of tank volumes, compliant and effective loading of the outbound water trailers, sampling tanks and trailers, neutralization when necessary, and weight tickets for outbound trailers Management of Storm Water including monitor and reporting of storm water in containment areas and reporting to Corporate Compliance Manager, Sampling Storm Water and logging samples into laboratory, compliant and effective discharge of the Storm Water, and completing the cycle of required documentation including the Storm Water checklist back to Corporate Compliance Manager Housekeeping specific assigned areas and duties Maintain hazardous waste satellite and accumulations areas such that they are compliant with all regulations, including monitoring containment pallets and emptying via proper disposal when necessary as well as respective Satellite and Accumulation Area checklists for compliance.
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED Minimum 2 years' experience in the field
Physical Requirement:
Ability to lift/move up to 75 lbs. frequently Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Solving challenges is the very foundation of who we are. After all, in the beginning, our founder, sea captain Robert Fergusson, didn't particularly care about paint. When he founded our company in 1921, he just wanted to keep his ship intact and stumbled upon a valuable solution. Today, that discovery is Rust-Oleum Corporation.
The same passion that drove the Captain to spend his next few years creating the world's first rust-preventative paint still drives us today. When we see a problem, we work diligently until we've perfected a solution, which has led to some of the most cutting edge, durable and innovative products in the industry. Our creative and talented team of over 2000 people across every corner of the world, help us remain the global leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
Here's what you can expect:
Prepare samples, using various lab equipment and following detailed instructions provided by manager, performing standard tests and evaluations of samples, and following established methods and procedures including color evaluation on the color computer. Monitor product quality to ensure compliance to standards and specifications.
Maintaining accurate and thorough records of observation and results, communicating them verbally and in reports requested by supervisor, and monitoring test fences.
Compile results of tests and analyses.
Set up and conduct experiments, tests, and analyses using standard paint test procedures and physical and chemical techniques.
Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests.
Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams, and by conducting laboratory and plant safety audits.
Prepare paint batches for products and following standardized formulas, or create experimental formulas.
Preform lab support activities which may include routine maintenance or upkeep of equipment and lab areas.
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn two weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Solving challenges is the very foundation of who we are. After all, in the beginning, our founder, sea captain Robert Fergusson, didn't particularly care about paint. When he founded our company in 1921, he just wanted to keep his ship intact and stumbled upon a valuable solution. Today, that discovery is Rust-Oleum Corporation.
The same passion that drove the Captain to spend his next few years creating the world's first rust-preventative paint still drives us today. When we see a problem, we work diligently until we've perfected a solution, which has led to some of the most cutting edge, durable and innovative products in the industry. Our creative and talented team of over 2000 people across every corner of the world, help us remain the global leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
Here's what you can expect:
Prepare samples, using various lab equipment and following detailed instructions provided by manager, performing standard tests and evaluations of samples, and following established methods and procedures including color evaluation on the color computer. Monitor product quality to ensure compliance to standards and specifications.
Maintaining accurate and thorough records of observation and results, communicating them verbally and in reports requested by supervisor, and monitoring test fences.
Compile results of tests and analyses.
Set up and conduct experiments, tests, and analyses using standard paint test procedures and physical and chemical techniques.
Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests.
Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams, and by conducting laboratory and plant safety audits.
Prepare paint batches for products and following standardized formulas, or create experimental formulas.
Preform lab support activities which may include routine maintenance or upkeep of equipment and lab areas.
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn two weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Conduct and Legalisation:
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service:
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Team Work and Communication:
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high quality eyewearensuring:
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative - visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (But not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation:
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service:
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customer's specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eyewear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock, take activity as determined by the management team
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day-to-day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Teamwork and Communication:
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high-quality eyewearensuring:
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training:Optical Assistant 2022 Level 3.Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9:30am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (But not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team.
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Team Work and Communication
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high quality eyewearensuring;
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control.
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy.
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses.
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons.
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions.
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses.
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others.
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course.
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise.
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (But not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements.
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws.
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working.
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes.
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation.
Sales and Service
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey.
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer.
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit.
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer.
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions.
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required.
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team.
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required).
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required.
Team Work and Communication
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team.
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings.
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements.
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management.
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high quality eyewearensuring;
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe.
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines.
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control.
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy.
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure.
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses.
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons.
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions.
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses.
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others.
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course.
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise.
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (But not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation:
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Team Work and Communication:
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management.
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high quality eyewearensuring;
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course.
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise.
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9:30am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (but not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation:
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service:
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customer's specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eyewear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock, take activity as determined by the management team
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day-to-day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Teamwork and Communication:
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high-quality eyewearensuring:
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training:Optical Assistant 2022 Level 3.Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9:30am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (but not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Team Work and Communication
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high quality eyewearensuring:
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control.
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy.
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses.
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons.
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions.
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses.
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others.
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course.
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise.
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (But not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation.
Sales and Service
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team.
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required.
Team Work and Communication
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management.
Additional Responsibilities:Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high quality eyewearensuring;
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control.
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy.
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure.
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses.
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons.
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions.
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses.
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others.
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course.
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise.
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9:30am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills....Read more...
Key responsibilities of the role (but not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation:
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for your own development, ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and your own personal presentation
Sales and Service:
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador, creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections for every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customer's specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day-to-day retail operation within your store. Escalate to line manager where required
Team Work and Communication:
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management.
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high-quality eyewear ensuring:
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part-time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing – Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist helps people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses – carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative – visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer – You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management – you could complete a management course
Practice ownership – you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 9:30am to 5pm.Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (But not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation:
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service:
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Team Work and Communication:
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high quality eyewearensuring:
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training:Optical Assistant 2022 Level 3 Apprenticeship StandardTraining Outcome:
The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Key responsibilities of the role (but not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements.
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws.
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express ways of working.
To take personal responsibility for your own development, ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes.
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and your own personal presentation.
Sales and Service
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador, creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey.
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express ways of working and behaviour, every day to every customer.
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer.
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customer's specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions.
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required.
To participate in all stock-taking activities as determined by the management team.
Keyholder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required).
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day-to-day retail operation within your store. Escalate to line manager where required.
Team Work and Communication
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team.
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings.
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements.
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management.
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high-quality eyewear ensuring;
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe.
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines.
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control.
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy.
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure.
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part-time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing – Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses.
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-optical aids such as bump-ons.
Optometry courses – carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions.
Clinical representative – visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses.
In-practice trainer – You could use your knowledge to train others.
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course.
Practice ownership. You could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise.
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 9:30am to 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (But not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation:
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service:
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Team Work and Communication:
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high-quality eyewear ensuring:
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training:Optical Assistant 2022 Level 3.Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9:30am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Key Responsibilities of the Role (But not limited to the role):
Conduct and Legalisation
Demonstrate and promote adherence to company policy, procedure, professional standards and legal obligations, including Data Protection, Health & Safety and all GOC regulatory legislation requirements
To ensure all in-store administration is completed accurately and all manual and computerised customer records are maintained in accordance with company guidelines and relevant data protection laws
To have a good working knowledge of the Vision Express Ways of Working
To take personal responsibility for own development ensuring regulatory e-learning is completed efficiently and be proactive in maintaining and developing knowledge through participation in company development programmes
Maintain the highest store standards possible, including the appearance of both store and own personal presentation
Sales and Service
To act as a Vision Express brand ambassador creating a welcoming environment for all customers and ensuring their expectations are exceeded throughout the customer journey
To relentlessly deliver the best customer service through the Vision Express Ways of Working and behaviours, every day to every customer
To support the management team in achieving the required targeted growth in sales and profit
To deliver a seamless customer journey through the meeting/greeting, offering of refreshments, initial eye examinations, dispensing, fitting and collections of every Vision Express customer
To provide accurate and knowledgeable advice and guidance to meet each customers specific needs through the recommendations made, selection and purchase of all types of eye-wear and eye-care solutions
To conduct eyewear repairs and order replacements when required
To participate in all stock take activity as determined by the management team.
Key holder duties after successful completion of silver training (if and when required)
Make decisions within the agreed scope of your role on matters relating to the day to day retail operation within your store, escalate to line manager where required
Team Work and Communication
To maintain good and professional working relationships with the store team
Attend and participate in morning briefs and team meetings
To provide honest feedback to the management team to support ongoing improvements
Any other duties or responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management.
Additional Responsibilities:
Where applicable, to use in-store laboratory equipment in the production and manufacture of high quality eyewearensuring;
The quality of eyewear produced is compliant with company standards and produced within the agreed timeframe
All laboratory equipment is maintained/calibrated in accordance with company guidelines
Effective lens usage in accordance with company guidance/policy and thus contribution to store cost control
The laboratory lens and consumable stock levels are stored correctly and in accordance with company policy
Duties may vary in accordance with customer demand and store structure
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Regional Sales Manager – EMEA (HVAC, Building Automation & Healthcare) (up to £60k base)
Ready to take on a high-impact sales role in cutting-edge environments like data centers, hospitals, cleanrooms, and labs? We’re hiring a Regional Sales Manager to drive growth across the UK & wider EMEA region.
Role basics:
Individual contributor, backfill hire
Hybrid / Remote (UK-based, flexible)
~50% travel across EMEA (including UAE & Saudi!)
Focus on HVAC sensors, building automation & control, healthcare & laboratory solutions
What you’ll do:
Grow and manage a mix of existing accounts & new business
Build strong relationships with engineers, project managers, and facilities teams
Position technical solutions that solve complex customer problems
Deliver product demos, training, and win new projects across the region
What we’re looking for:
5+ years’ sales or engineering experience in building automation, HVAC, healthcare or life sciences
Technical grounding in HVAC / BAS systems
Strong communicator with engineers & end users
English essential – German, French or Arabic a plus
Self-starter, competitive, and motivated to win
What’s on offer:
Base salary + strong commission plan
Car allowance
Private healthcare & dental cover
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Flexible working set-up
Pension scheme
Join a global leader in sensing & monitoring technologies and take your sales career to the next level. Apply now.....Read more...
A growing medical devices company in Cambridge are searching for an experienced research and development test engineer to join their in-house testing team.
As a Mechanical Test Engineer within this organisation, you will be utilising your experience to determine the performance and reliability of brand-new physical products within the medical devices sector.
You will be charged with building prototypes and designing and running experiments to gather performance data on new products as well as created novel test methods and protocols. You will be working closely with the laboratory manager to help push the team forward with new ideas.
It will be your role to ensure that exciting new breakthrough products can make the successful transition from initial concept to verification and manufacturing. This will be done by creating bespoke prototypes and testing programmes which will provide detailed data and insights that can be translated into real-world improvements.
To be considered for this role, we are ideally looking for a candidate who has the following;
Experience of mechanical testing on physical products with knowledge of force testing equipment.
Working knowledge of LabView or basic python programming experience.
A methodical and structured approach to solving problems
The company are offering tailored packages for the right engineer which includes a series of benefits including performance bonuses, free lunches and breakfasts and competitive pension plan.
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, make an application now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss it further.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen at Multisol Ltd for a Quality Coordinator to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis (minimum 6 months temporary contract, ongoing permanent role pending), supporting the Quality & Compliance Manager across two sites in Warrington, and Irlam. This role offers a unique blend of office-based and on-site responsibilities, with flexibility around working hours and great learning and development opportunities!
As part of Brenntag, one of the world’s leading chemical distributors, Multisol Ltd is committed to delivering excellence and innovation in chemical distribution, formulation and blending. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a multi-national business with a strong emphasis on quality and compliance.
Whether you're an experienced Quality Coordinator or someone eager to grow into the role, this position offers hands on experience and professional development in a supportive team.
Main Responsibilities of Quality Coordinator:
Support the Quality & Compliance Manager in maintaining adherence to company certifications, particularly ISO 9001, and assist with ongoing compliance activities.
Respond to customer complaints and supplier non-conformances by conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions.
Take part in internal audits of both office and operational procedures and help manage and maintain the audit schedule.
Promote a strong culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.
Collaborate with cross functional teams to review, update, and maintain controlled documents and standard operating procedures.
Ensure accurate record-keeping and data management; prepare reports, KPI data, and quality performance summaries to support quality objectives.
Experience required from Quality Coordinator:
Previous experience in a quality, customer service or supply chain / logistics role within a laboratory, manufacturing or production environment is desirable.
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent data reporting, investigation, and communication skills
A logical, methodical approach with a keen eye for detail and accuracy and the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Additional Information:
This is a temporary contract for a minimum of 6 months, with the potential for extension based on business needs.
Experience in ISO management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, or 45001), auditing, or working within a technical, chemical, or manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided.
How to Apply for the Quality Coordinator role:
If you are enthusiastic about joining a quality driven team and developing your skills as a Quality Coordinator, we would love to hear from you. Click on the link below to apply!....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Euclid Chemical is a fully owned subsidiary of RPM International (NYSE: RPM), one of the world's largest coatings companies. With over 110 years of experience, we provide innovative solutions to the construction and restoration markets through our extensive range of treatments, sealants, coatings, sealers, and decorative products. Recognized as a 2024 NE Ohio Top Workplace by Energage, Euclid Chemical prides itself on fostering a people-first culture that values collaboration, respect, and growth.
Summary: The Cement Additives Process Engineer plays a pivotal role in driving business growth and profitability through strategic technical support and contribution to the sales process. This position is tasked with providing technical support and expertise of the cement manufacturing process to our cement additive sales team and customers. Proficiency in this role requires exceptional cement manufacturing, analytical, and communication skills to collaborate seamlessly with internal teams at Euclid Chemical and build strong, lasting relationships with external cement customers - both active and potential customers. This is a remote position, with Euclid Chemical's main campus located in Ceveland, OH.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a technical ambassador for the Euclid Chemical cement additive sales team. Subject matter expert to provide feedback and troubleshooting information for customers. Act as a technical expert on the latest cement manufacturing technologies, equipment, and best practices to maintain Euclid Chemical's competitive edge. Deliver customer support through industrial trials, mill audits, special projects, data analysis, and detailed reporting to retain existing customers and attract new ones Compile and analyze industrial trial process data, and prepare detailed reports providing conclusions and action items from industrial trial runs. Keep thorough and updated records of activity history with active and potential cement additive customers. Design and execution of plant industrial trials and mill audits. Maintenance and operation of portable pump equipment inventory to utilize during industrial trials. Collaborate with the Cement Additives Technical Manager and Cement Lab Manager to develop new products and enhance existing lines based on market trends, competitive analysis, and industrial trial results. Work collaboratively with Euclid Chemical Cement Additives Lab team in the development and improvement of laboratory ball mill methodologies for testing materials.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical or mechanical) or chemistry - master's degree is preferred. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cement manufacturing process control or quality management.
Skills and Qualifications:
Advanced knowledge and understanding of cement manufacturing, cement chemistry, and raw and finish mill circuit operation. Basic understanding of cement additives chemistries. Ability to interpret lab outputs (e.g., XRD, clinker microscopy, isothermal calorimetry, and physical test results) to develop customer-specific strategies and product recommendations. Proficiency with cement standards (ASTM, CSA, etc.). Strong knowledge of milling equipment, particle classifiers, circuit configurations, and pyro processes for optimizing clinker performance. Advanced knowledge of MS Office computer software: Excel, PowerPoint, Word. Basic knowledge of MS Outlook, Teams, Edge Internet Browser. Knowledge of industry trends, including low clinker content cement production and co-grinding with alternative materials. Data analysis and report writing skills. Communication and interpersonal skills. Leadership and team management capabilities. Analytical and problem-solving abilities. The ability to design and execute plant industrial trials and mill audits.
Travel:
Willingness to travel as needed for customer meetings and plant industrial trials (up to 50%).
Why join our team? Euclid Chemical offers an attractive package for personnel, company benefits include but are not limited to:
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage Life Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Parental Leave 401k with company match Defined benefit pension plan Vacation and holiday time A company vehicle or car allowance
Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000 plus annual company bonus program
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
