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
Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment
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...
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
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
Functional Skills in English if required
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 schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date
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...
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
Functional Skills in English if required
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...
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as it?s perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.
The duties within this role include:
Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice.
Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision.
Helping customer's select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, looks good and fits lifestyle requirements.
Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer friendly language.
Measuring the frames and ensure they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses.
Making adjustments to customers spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort.
Basic frame repairs.
Have a good knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements .
Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses in for the customer.
Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in-line with company procedures.
Making follow up appointments for customers.
Use a focimetre to find the prescription from spectacles.
Communicate contact lenses suitability, features and benefits.
Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging and pressure and visual field testing.
Explaining offers and products to customers.
Taking payments from customers.
Being able to problem solve with basic optical concerns
Understanding business KPIs and how they affect the practices profitability
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:Specialist optician in the heart of Lytham, our focus is on the each and every eye examination. Eye tests and examinations and contact lenses are our thing! From sourcing the most unique eyewear and contact lens products on the market to equipping the practice with state of the art diagnostic equipment we aim to stay at the forefront of the eyecare world. From Designer eyewear to NHS funded contact lenses we truly tailor our care for the individuals needs.Working Hours :Monday- 9am to 5pm
Wednesday- 9am to 5pm
Thrusday- 9am to 7pm
Friday- 9am to 5pm
Saturday- 9am to 4pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Meeting and greeting customers
Cash handling
Building professional relationships with customers
Receptionist duties
Booking appointments
Ordering spectacles and contact lenses
Pretesting
Showing spectacle frames to customers, providing feedback suitability
Contact lenses handling
Training:
Optical Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
Long term career and promotion prospects
EPA (End-Point Assessment)
This is a full-time role with training delivered remotely to the workplace
Training Outcome:After gaining the Level 3 Optical Assistant qualification, you can study further to become a qualified Dispensing Optician. From there, you can progress and study to become a Contact Lens Optician or Optometrist.Employer Description:Trading as J.A Hicks Optometrist
We provide a personal professional service
We have been established as an independent practice in North Shields for over 35 years.Working Hours :Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9am - 5:15pm
alternate Wed & Sat 9 -12:30
this may change in the futureSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Glasses fashion/ trends aware....Read more...
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as its perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.
The duties within this role include:
Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice
Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision
Helping customers select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, looks good and fits lifestyle requirements
Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer friendly language
Measuring the frames and ensure they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses
Making adjustments to customers' spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort
Basic frame repairs
Have a good knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements
Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses in for the customer
Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in line with company procedures
Making follow-up appointments for customers
Use a focimetre to find the prescription from spectacles
Communicate contact lenses suitability, features and benefits
Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging and pressure and visual field testing
Explaining offers and products to customers
Taking payments from customers
Being able to problem solve with basic optical concerns
Understanding business KPI's and how they affect the practice's profitability
Training:Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.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. From picking your new style to finding the right lenses, our friendly staff give simple, honest advice.
We provide a personalised service throughout your eye care journey so you can leave feeling you and your eyes have been taken care of. After your appointment you'll be stepping out in confidence, looking good and feeling great.Working Hours :Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm
Learners will work 9:30am - 5pm 5 out of 7 and this is agreed between the candidate and the Store Manager upon interview. They will be require to work one weekend shift.Skills: IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working....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
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
Functional Skills in English, if required
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 (TBC).Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist/Neuropsychologist to join our client's busy Neuro Complex Care team at their unique purpose-built Neurological Care and Neuro-Rehab Centre based in Milton Keynes, BuckinghamshireThis is a part-time post of between one and three days per week, pro-rata the above FTE salary but we are open to hearing from applicants seeking to negotiate a different hours opportunity. Our client is a leading independent provider of specialist neurological care and rehabilitation for people aged 18 onwards with physical conditions, restricted mobility, difficult and diverse behaviours.Providing a full range of services to adults living with neurological conditions including; Dementias, Huntington’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Korsakoffs syndrome, Traumatic brain injury, in addition to providing rehabilitation services for adults after brain injury, spinal injury and strokeThis centre of excellence strives to nurture dignity and independence, working with both the service user and their families to create personal prescribed care programmes tailored to suit the service user’s needs.The MDT comprises; a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Consultant Neuropsychiatrist, Speech and Language Therapist, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist and Assistant Psychologists, assisted by Therapy Technicians, Therapy Assistants and Activities Coordinators.You will work alongside the Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist who will provide direct clinical supervision.The role will include;- Involvement in MDT meetings, providing neuropsychological assessment, formulation and interventions, meeting face to face with patients to provide a range of treatments, working with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, adjustment, insight and awareness work.- Cognitive and compensatory skills in addition to development and implementation of behavioural approaches.- Report writing and attendance at care reviews. - Supervision of Assistant Psychologists.Person requirementsClinical Psychologist or Neuropsychologist with full HCPC registration Experience of working with adults living with dementia or other neurological conditions Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and of carrying out assessments under the Mental Capacity Act Being involved in Best Interest meetings and decision making. Independent and non time-limited permission to undertake employment in the UK is a requirement of this role (not requiring a certificate of sponsorship)Besides a bespoke training and development program, the additional benefits of working for this company include:- Occupational pension scheme with employer contribution- Up to 33 days annual leave (FTE); paid sick leave, and financial recognition for long service - Accident and illness insurance scheme - Childcare vouchers- A health cash plan which provides cash contributions towards health maintenance costs including dental and optical. - Life insurance cover and death in service benefit- Employee assistance programme; 24 hours, 365 days a week- Subsidised mealsWe are a leading healthcare recruitment partner with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Psychology staffAs a nurse-led consultancy our detailed understanding of the complexity of such roles places us in an excellent position to match your skills with the specific requirements of our Recruiting Managers.For an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.com If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.....Read more...
Job Advert: Clinical OptometristLocation: Swindon SN3 Salary: £45,000 - £52,500 (pro-rata depending on agreed hours) Possible salary increase up to £57,500 based on experience and the specific working arrangement (1 or 2 days per week).We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Optometrist Initially offering up to 2 days per week, this role presents a unique chance to make a significant impact in patient care, particularly in cataract assessments and consultations.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct cataract consultations, assessing whether patients require surgery.
Work alongside an assistant who will prepare and pre-screen patients (including pupil dilation) ahead of the consultation.
Each appointment will typically last 15-20 minutes.
Provide patients with clear, understandable information about cataract surgery options, risks, and benefits, offering reassurance throughout their journey.
Ensure post-operative management with support from medical staff.
Opportunity for training in additional areas such as YAG laser and future qualifications like laser eye surgery.
Participate in ongoing clinical governance and compliance, ensuring patient-centric, high-quality care.
Who the client is: Core values are the foundation of everything we do. We believe in providing compassionate care and exceptional service to our patients while fostering a positive, collaborative working environment for our staff. Our values include:
Caring for our patients, colleagues, and communities with kindness and respect.
Passion for delivering high-quality care and sharing our knowledge and skills with others.
Togetherness, celebrating diversity and promoting an inclusive culture.
Listening to patients and colleagues, demonstrating empathy and integrity in all our interactions.
Focus, ensuring that we continually strive for improvement in patient care and professional development.
Skills and Experience:
Post-registration experience: At least 12 months of experience in optometry.
GOC registration: Must hold current General Optical Council registration.
Ability to assess patients for cataract surgery and communicate complex medical information in a clear, patient-friendly manner.
Experience with or willingness to undergo training for YAG laser and other advanced eye procedures.
Benefits:
Competitive salary with the potential for increases based on experience and weekly hours.
Structured onboarding program and access to future training and qualifications, including laser eye surgery.
Possibility of visa sponsorship (subject to confirmation).
Opportunities for continuous professional development.
Work in a supportive team with a focus on patient-centred care.
Additional Responsibilities:
Quality Assurance: Identify opportunities for service improvement and contribute to the development of clinical practices.
Communication: Foster positive relationships within the team and with patients, ensuring clear, effective communication at all times.
Health & Safety: Comply with all relevant health and safety guidelines and report any incidents promptly.
Confidentiality: Ensure the privacy and confidentiality of patient and staff information in line with legal requirements (GDPR, Data Protection Act).
How to Apply: If you're looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a real difference in patient care, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and why you're a great fit for this role.....Read more...
