Optical Assistant Jobs in Richmond – Optical Assistant
Location: Richmond, London Salary: Up to £28,000 Hours: Full Time
Optical Assistant Job – Richmond
Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optical Assistant job in Richmond on behalf of a modern, fast-growing optical practice.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Optical Assistant to join a forward-thinking business known for delivering excellent patient care, advanced technology, and a premium customer experience.
The practice is led by an excellent Manager who we have personally placed into the business, creating a supportive and professional environment where team development and customer service are genuine priorities.
Why This Role Is Different
Join a modern, fast-growing optical businesswith genuine career development opportunities
Work under an experienced and supportive Managerwith a proven track record of developing teams
Be part of a practice where customer care and service standards come first
Work in a modern, technology-led environmentwith advanced equipment
Optical Assistant – Role
Deliver a welcoming and professional experience to every patient
Support frame styling and lens recommendations
Assist with dispensing including measurements, adjustments and aftercare
Manage appointments, enquiries and patient records
Work closely with the wider team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Maintain the high presentation standards the practice is known for
Optical Assistant – Requirements
Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant
Strong communication and customer service skills
Passion for delivering an excellent patient experience
Organised, reliable and professional approach
A team player who enjoys working in a premium practice environment
Optical Assistant – Salary & Benefits
Salary up to £28,000depending on experience
Up to £400/monthbonus
Full-time, permanent position with 35 holidays in total
Modern working environment with advanced equipment
Supportive leadership and development opportunities
Long-term progression potential within a growing business
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Optical Assistant Jobs in Dublin – Optical Assistant
Location: Dublin, IrelandSalary: Up to €36,000Hours: Full Time
Optical Assistant Job – Dublin
Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optical Assistant job in Dublin on behalf of a highly regarded independent optical practice.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, patient-focused practice known for delivering high-quality clinical care and a personalised, professional service. The environment is modern, welcoming, and built around providing patients with a calm, considered experience.
With a strong and experienced team already in place, this role offers the chance to work within a practice where quality, trust, and long-term patient relationships are at the heart of everything.
Why This Role Is Different
Join a respected independent practice with a strong local reputation
Work in a setting where patient care and clinical quality come first
Be part of a supportive, experienced team of optical professionals
Enjoy a calm, structured environment with a focus on quality over volume
Genuine opportunities for development and progression
Optical Assistant – Role
Deliver a warm, professional welcome to all patients and visitors
Support frame styling and provide tailored lens recommendations
Assist with pre-screening, collections, and the full patient journey
Work closely with the team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Maintain high standards of presentation and patient care within the practice
Optical Assistant – Requirements
Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant
Strong communication and customer service skills
Friendly, approachable and team-focused
Passion for delivering a high standard of patient care
Organised, reliable and professional approach
Optical Assistant – Salary & Benefits
Salary up to €36,000 depending on experience
Full-time, permanent position
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for ongoing development and progression
Work within a practice that prioritises clinical excellence and patient satisfaction
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Optical Assistant Jobs in Manchester – Optical Assistant
Location: Manchester City CentreSalary: Up to £28,000 + Bonus PotentialHours: Full Time | 9:00am – 5:30pm
Optical Assistant Job – Manchester
Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optical Assistant job in Manchester on behalf of one of the city’s most exciting boutique independent optical practices.
This is a rare opportunity to join a truly design-led, luxury optical environment, offering some of the finest eyewear collections from across the globe alongside a fully bespoke patient experience built around quality, craftsmanship and exceptional service.
The business has built a reputation for delivering best-in-class care, creating a setting where every patient interaction feels personal, considered, and memorable. It is the perfect opportunity for an Optical Assistant who has a genuine passion for premium eyewear and wants to work within an environment where service standards go far beyond the ordinary.
Why This Role Is Different
Work with a hand-selected collection of luxury eyewear from leading global brands
Join a business where quality and service always come before volume
Be part of a team passionate about premium optics and bespoke styling
Work in a beautiful, boutique environment with a true luxury retail feel
Genuine progression opportunities within a forward-thinking business
Optical Assistant – Role
Deliver an exceptional patient journey from first welcome through to collection
Support patients with frame styling and product selection
Assist with dispensing, adjustments, repairs and aftercare
Build long-term patient relationships through exceptional service
Maintain the premium standards and presentation expected within the practice
Optical Assistant – Requirements
Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant
Passion for eyewear, styling and premium customer service
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A polished, professional and confident approach
Someone excited by working within a luxury, design-led environment
Optical Assistant – Salary & Benefits
Salary up to £28,000
Huge bonus potential on top of base salary
Working hours 9:00am – 5:30pm
One full weekend off per month
Additional benefits and perks available
Genuine long-term progression opportunities
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Optical Assistant Job – Lytham St Annes
Zest Optical are currently recruiting for an Optical Assistant job in Lytham St Annes on behalf of a bustling, modern optical practice.
This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, high-performing store with a strong team already in place, offering a professional environment and a consistent flow of patients.
The practice is well equipped, recently refurbished, and designed to support both patients and staff with a smooth, structured working environment.
Why This Role Is Different
Join a bustling, well-organised practice with a strong existing team
Work in a modern, well-equipped environment
Opportunity to develop your skills within a structured optical setting
Flexible working options available (full or part time)
Clear bonus structure and additional benefits
Optical Assistant – Role
Deliver a welcoming and professional experience to every patient
Support dispensing, including frame and lens selection
Assist with pre-screening, adjustments and collections
Manage appointments, enquiries and patient records
Work closely with the wider team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Optical Assistant – Requirements
Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant or Optical Dispenser
Confident communication and strong customer service skills
Comfortable working in a busy practice environment
Organised, reliable and team-focused
Willing to work Saturdays (with flexibility available)
Optical Assistant – Salary & Benefits
Salary £24,000 – £27,000 depending on experience
Bonus scheme in place
Full-time or part-time opportunities available
Staff benefits package including store discounts
Training and development support
A stable role within a well-established team
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Optical Assistant Job | Hertford, Hertfordshire Full or Part Time | Independent Opticians | £25,000 to £26,000 Pro Rata if part time
Zest Optical Recruitment is recruiting for a Full or Part Time Optical Assistant job in Hertford, Hertfordshire, to join a long-standing independent Opticians. This is a patient-centred practice where you can build real relationships with patients and take pride in delivering high-quality optical care.
The practice
Well established independent Opticians with a loyal local patient base
Calm, supportive team environment that values experience and attention to detail
Modern practice with a strong focus on clinical care rather than sales targets
Optical Assistant role
Welcome patients and guide them through every step of their visit
Assist with frame and lens selection using your product knowledge and style advice
Carry out measurements and basic dispensing to a high standard
Manage lens and frame orders with accurate record keeping
Support contact lens teaches and aftercare
Maintain a clean, organised dispensing area and support general administration
Work closely with the wider team to ensure an excellent patient experience
Requirements
At least 2 years’ experience in an Optical Assistant role
Confident dispensing with strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills with a friendly, patient-focused approach
Good understanding of current eyewear trends and styles
Able to work in a busy optical practice while staying organised
Positive team player with a strong work ethic
Key details
Job title: Optical Assistant
Location: Hertford, Hertfordshire
Hours: 3, 4 or 5 days per week (You choose whats best for you)
Working pattern: 9.00am to 5.00pm weekdays and 9.00am to 1.30pm Saturdays
Salary: £25,000 to £26,000 dependent on experience, pro rata
If you are an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a part time or full time optical job in Hertford, within a supportive independent Opticians, we would love to speak with you.
Apply now by submitting your CV to Rebecca Wood using the Apply link.....Read more...
Optical Assistant Job – Brough, East Riding of Yorkshire Full Time, 35 Hours | £24,000 + Bonus Independent Opticians Vacancy
Zest Optical Recruitment are working in partnership with a well-established independent Opticians to recruit a full-time Optical Assistant for their practice in Brough, East Riding of Yorkshire.
This is a patient-focused, community-based practice with a loyal local patient base and a strong reputation for high-quality eye care. The team work with modern diagnostic equipment and take pride in offering a personal, unrushed experience, making this an excellent opportunity for an Optical Assistant who values quality and patient relationships.
Optical Assistant Role
Independent, community-based Opticians with a family-run feel
Ideally working between 2 practices which are close by
Strong emphasis on patient care, service quality, and long-term relationships
Modern practice using up-to-date clinical and diagnostic technology
Assisting with dispensing support, pre-screening, adjustments, collections, reception, and general administration
Access to a wide range of well-known frame brands including Police, Lulu Guinness, and Jimmy Choo
Plenty of time allocated per patient in a calm, professional environment
Opportunity to work from another nearby practice occasionally
Ongoing training and coaching provided
Fully funded opportunity to complete the Dispensing Optician qualification
Working 35 hours per week
Opening hours 9am–5.30pm, with a 2pm finish on Saturdays
Salary £24,000 plus bonus
Optical Assistant Requirements
Recent experience working within Opticians is essential
Friendly, calm, and confident when communicating with patients
High standards of customer care and attention to detail
Interest in eyewear, fashion, and frame styling
Keen to learn, develop, and progress within a quality-focused practice
Apply Now
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Optical Assistant Jobs – Norton, Sheffield
Zest Optical are supporting a leading practice in Woodseats, Sheffield, to recruit an Optical Assistant into their friendly and patient-focused team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established group widely recognised for delivering the highest standards of care, whilst also providing excellent opportunities for personal and professional development.
Optical Assistant – Role
Modern, spacious practice fitted with the latest technology
Welcoming and supportive team environment (10–12 people)
Involved across all areas of the practice, ensuring a varied role
Opportunity to progress into the senior leadership team, contributing to the day-to-day running of the practice
Clear pathways for ongoing personal development – both clinical and commercial
Flexible working arrangements available
Weekend on / weekend off rota for a healthy work-life balance
Optical Assistant – Requirements
Previous experience working in an optical setting
Friendly, approachable and confident when dealing with patients
Strong customer care skills with the ability to build lasting relationships
Willingness to learn and develop your skills further
Optical Assistant – Package
Basic salary up to £26,000
Bonus scheme to reward your contribution
Wide range of additional benefits including discounts, private health and more
Supportive environment with genuine career development opportunities
This is an opportunity to become part of a practice where patient care comes first, and where your own growth and progression are actively encouraged.
To apply for this role, please send your CV to Kieran Lindley using the ‘Apply’ link or contact us via WhatsApp for more information.....Read more...
Head office, Bury (Greater Manchester)Permanent | Full-Time or Part-Time (min. 30 hrs/week)
A unique opportunity has arisen for an Optical Assistant to join the UK’s leading independent online retailer of luxury sunglasses and prescription eyewear, headquartered near Bury, Greater Manchester.
With over 20 years of experience and more than 26,000 5‑star Trustpilot reviews, they combine expert optical knowledge with trend-setting fashion to deliver a standout customer experience.
Job Type & Location
Permanent, ideally full time (minimum 30 hours per week)
Office-based near Bury, Greater Manchester
Position Overview
As an Optical Assistant, you’ll be a key member of the customer service team, providing personalised eyewear advice and support to customers over email, live chat, and phone. You’ll leverage your optical knowledge to guide customers through frame and lens selections, order-related questions, and aftercare, ensuring every interaction reflects the team's commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Respond to customer enquiries via digital channels (email, chat, phone)
Provide tailored recommendations for frames, prescription lenses, and sunglasses
Support customers with order tracking, modifications, and aftercare advice
Identify and resolve customer concerns with empathy and efficiency
Utilise internal systems to manage and log customer interactions accurately
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products and procedures, and share insights with the team
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience as an Optical Assistant
Strong understanding of prescription lenses, optical frames, and sunglasses
Excellent communication and customer service skills with a calm and professional demeanor
Comfortable multitasking across digital communication channels and administrative systems
A team player who is organised, attentive to detail, and commercially aware
What’s On Offer
Salary: £25,000 – £26,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 30 – 37.5 hours per week, full or part-time considered
Schedule: 9 am – 5 pm, including occasional weekend shifts
Annual Leave: 26 days plus Bank Holidays
Benefits: Staff discount, pension scheme, paid professional development fees
Work Environment: Modern head office with onsite Optical Glazing Lab and fulfilment centre, supported by a friendly and dynamic team
If you're an experienced Optical Assistant looking to apply your clinical knowledge in a new environment within the industry, this is the opportunity for you.
To apply, please click the Apply Now link or get in touch via WhatsApp for more information.....Read more...
Optical Customer Technical Support Advisor – Milton Keynes Full Time | Basic Salary up to £29,000 + £1,000 End of Year Bonus | Excellent Benefits
Zest Optical are working alongside a premium optical lens manufacturer to recruit an Optical Customer Technical Support Advisor for their Milton Keynes site.
This role is ideal for someone with a glazing or optical lab background, or an experienced Optical Assistant with strong technical knowledge who enjoys working with lenses in detail and solving more complex queries. It’s a great opportunity to move into an office-based, customer-facing role while staying firmly within the technical side of optics.
With a full manufacturing and glazing facility on site, you’ll be working closely with production, customer service, and sales teams, supporting independent opticians across the UK and applying your practical optical knowledge on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
Provide technical support to customers, Customer Service colleagues, and the Sales Team
Handle complex enquiries relating to lenses, glazing, and production, ensuring issues are resolved through the correct channels
Support the customer returns process, offering technical guidance and helping resolve more complex cases
Assist customers with e-ordering, remote edging, and tracing services
Troubleshoot and provide practical technical solutions related to spectacle lenses and manufacturing processes
Customer Service
Receive and process customer orders accurately via phone, email, and online systems
Manage orders through production and keep customers informed on progress and delivery times
Respond to enquiries regarding products, pricing, availability, promotions, and account queries
Handle customer issues and complaints professionally, managing expectations clearly
General Duties
Work closely with internal teams including production and sales to support customer requirements
Follow all company and departmental processes and procedures
Manage workload effectively while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Continue to build technical product knowledge through structured training
Requirements
Background in an optical glazing lab or optical manufacturing environment, or an experienced Optical Assistant with strong technical and lens knowledge
Good practical understanding of spectacle lenses and glazing processes
Experience in a customer service or technical support role within optics
Confident using Microsoft Office and customer or order management systems
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
Personable, confident, and comfortable working with customers and colleagues at all levels
Salary & Benefits
Basic Salary up to £29,000 depending on experience
£1,000 end of year bonus
Additional Christmas bonus
20 days holiday rising to 25 with service
Monday to Friday with 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (09:00 – 12:00, paid as overtime)
Rotating shifts
Week 1: 08:30 – 17:00
Week 2: 09:30 – 18:00
HealthShield cashback scheme for health checks including dental and optical
Employee Assistance Programme
Group Life cover
Ongoing training and long-term career development opportunities
If you are currently working in an optical lab, glazing environment, or as a technically strong Optical Assistant and are looking for a role that moves you away from the shop floor while keeping you close to the technical side of optics, this could be a strong next step.
Apply Now To apply, please send your CV to or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.
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Optical Customer Technical Support Advisor – Milton KeynesFull Time | Basic Salary up to £29,000 + £1,000 End of Year Bonus | Excellent Benefits
Zest Optical are working alongside a premium optical lens manufacturer to recruit an Optical Customer Technical Support Advisor for their Milton Keynes site.
This role is ideal for someone with a glazing or optical lab background, or an experienced Optical Assistant with strong technical knowledge who enjoys working with lenses in detail and solving more complex queries. It’s a great opportunity to move into an office-based, customer-facing role while staying firmly within the technical side of optics.
With a full manufacturing and glazing facility on site, you’ll be working closely with production, customer service, and sales teams, supporting independent opticians across the UK and applying your practical optical knowledge on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
Provide technical support to customers, Customer Service colleagues, and the Sales Team
Handle complex enquiries relating to lenses, glazing, and production, ensuring issues are resolved through the correct channels
Support the customer returns process, offering technical guidance and helping resolve more complex cases
Assist customers with e-ordering, remote edging, and tracing services
Troubleshoot and provide practical technical solutions related to spectacle lenses and manufacturing processes
Customer Service
Receive and process customer orders accurately via phone, email, and online systems
Manage orders through production and keep customers informed on progress and delivery times
Respond to enquiries regarding products, pricing, availability, promotions, and account queries
Handle customer issues and complaints professionally, managing expectations clearly
General Duties
Work closely with internal teams including production and sales to support customer requirements
Follow all company and departmental processes and procedures
Manage workload effectively while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Continue to build technical product knowledge through structured training
Requirements
Background in an optical glazing lab or optical manufacturing environment, or an experienced Optical Assistant with strong technical and lens knowledge
Good practical understanding of spectacle lenses and glazing processes
Experience in a customer service or technical support role within optics
Confident using Microsoft Office and customer or order management systems
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
Personable, confident, and comfortable working with customers and colleagues at all levels
Salary & Benefits
Basic Salary up to £29,000 depending on experience
£1,000 end of year bonus
Additional Christmas bonus
20 days holiday rising to 25 with service
Monday to Friday with 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (09:00 – 12:00, paid as overtime)
Rotating shifts
Week 1: 08:30 – 17:00
Week 2: 09:30 – 18:00
HealthShield cashback scheme for health checks including dental and optical
Employee Assistance Programme
Group Life cover
Ongoing training and long-term career development opportunities
If you are currently working in an optical lab, glazing environment, or as a technically strong Optical Assistant and are looking for a role that moves you away from the shop floor/lab while keeping you close to the technical side of optics, this could be a strong next step.
Apply NowTo apply, please send your CV to or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.
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By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You’ll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths (if required)
End Point Assessment
Full-time, 5 out of 7 days
Daily on the job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:At the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be a fully-fledged Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers is a truly talented organisation and the world's largest privately-owned optical group in the world. We have over 1,845 stores operating in over 10 countries, boasting over 37,000 colleagues worldwide. We are a revolutionary, dynamic, family run business, continuing to go from strength to strength and proud of it.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Friendly....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You’ll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard qualification
Level 2 Functional Skills in English (if required)
End-Point Assessment
Full Time 5 out of 7 days
Daily on the job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:At the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be a fully-fledged Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers is a truly talented organisation and the world's largest privately-owned optical group in the world. We have over 1,845 stores operating in over 10 countries, boasting over 37,000 colleagues worldwide. We are a revolutionary, dynamic, family run business, continuing to go from strength to strength and proud of it.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Friendly....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You’ll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 2 Optical Assistant apprenticeship standard
level 2 Functional Skills in maths (if required)
End Point Assessment
Full Time 5 out of 7 days
Daily on the job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:At the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be a fully-fledged Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers is a truly talented organisation and the world's largest privately-owned optical group in the world. We have over 1,845 stores operating in over 10 countries, boasting over 37,000 colleagues worldwide. We are a revolutionary, dynamic, family run business, continuing to go from strength to strength and proud of it.Working Hours :Full time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Friendly....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You’ll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard qualification
Level 2 Functional Skills in English (if required)
End-Point Assessment
Full Time 5 out of 7 days
Daily on the job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:At the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be a fully-fledged Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers is a truly talented organisation and the world's largest privately-owned optical group in the world. We have over 1,845 stores operating in over 10 countries, boasting over 37,000 colleagues worldwide. We are a revolutionary, dynamic, family run business, continuing to go from strength to strength and proud of it.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Friendly....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You’ll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 2 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths (if required)
End Point Assessment
Full time 5 out of 7 days
Daily on the job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider- Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:
At the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be a fully-fledged Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you
Employer Description:Specsavers is a truly talented organisation and the world's largest privately-owned optical group in the world. We have over 1,845 stores operating in over 10 countries, boasting over 37,000 colleagues worldwide. We are a revolutionary, dynamic, family run business, continuing to go from strength to strength and proud of it.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Friendly....Read more...
Mobile Optical Assistant – East Midlands
Full-time | Monday to Friday | £28,000 + Mileage
Please note: Applicants must have previous optical dispensing experience, a full UK driving licence, and access to their own vehicle. You must also have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available.
We are working with a well-established provider of workplace eye care services, looking to recruit a Mobile Optical Dispenser to join their growing team across the East Midlands.
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You’ll be travelling to different client sites, dispensing spectacles following eye examinations, and delivering a professional, efficient service to patients in their workplace.
The Role
As a Mobile Optical Assistant, you will:
Travel to a range of workplace sites across the East Midlands
Dispense and fit spectacles following completed eye tests
Provide expert advice on frames, lenses, and suitability
Deliver a high standard of customer care in a professional setting
Manage your time effectively across multiple locations
The Package
Salary of £28,000
Full mileage reimbursement between sites
Monday to Friday working pattern
Working hours vary depending on site:
9:00am – 5:30pm
8:25am – 4:00pm
8:00am – 4:00pm
About You
Experienced Optical Assistant with strong product knowledge
Confident working independently in different environments
Professional, approachable, and organised
Flexible and comfortable with regular travel
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a more dynamic role, getting out on the road and working with a wide variety of patients and environments, rather than being based in a single practice.
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Optical Dispenser looking for a role that offers variety, autonomy, and a different pace to traditional practice, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat to find out more about the role and whether it could be the right fit for you.....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You’ll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up. You’ll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship standard
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths (if required)
End point Assessment
Full Time 5 out of 7 days
Daily on the job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:At the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be a fully-fledged Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers is a truly talented organisation and the world's largest privately-owned optical group in the world. We have over 1,845 stores operating in over 10 countries, boasting over 37,000 colleagues worldwide. We are a revolutionary, dynamic, family run business, continuing to go from strength to strength and proud of it.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Friendly....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You'll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop-up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider- Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:Once you have completed the apprenticeship, you'll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers have been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare service for our customers.
You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You'll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard qualification
Functional skills in maths and English if required
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:Once you have completed the apprenticeship, you'll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers have been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare service for our customers.
You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.Working Hours :Full-time - one weekend working day. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You'll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop-up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
Functional skills in English if required
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:Once you have completed the apprenticeship, you'll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers have been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare service for our customers.
You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You'll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop-up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant apprenticeship standard
Functional Skills (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:
Once you have completed the apprenticeship, you'll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you
Employer Description:Specsavers have been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare service for our customers.
You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You'll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop-up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider- Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:
Once you have completed the apprenticeship, you'll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you
Employer Description:Specsavers have been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare service for our customers.
You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You'll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider- Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:
Once you have completed the apprenticeship, you'll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you
Employer Description:Specsavers have been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare service for our customers.
You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You'll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop-up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant apprenticeship standard
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:Once you have completed the Apprenticeship, you'll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you.Employer Description:Specsavers have been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare service for our customers.
You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.Working Hours :Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
Booking eye tests
Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
You'll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up
Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
Functional skills in English if required
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Training Outcome:
Once you have completed the Apprenticeship, you'll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you
Employer Description:Specsavers have been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare service for our customers.
You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.Working Hours :Days and times to be confirmed to include weekend working.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
