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 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 to include 1 weekend working day. To be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Optometry vacancies and full time Optometrist jobs based in St. Ives, Cambridgeshire. Zest Optical are working with an independent Opticians in St.Ives, Cambridgeshire to hire a full or part time Optometrist.
A traditional, patient focused independent Opticians based in St.Ives, Cambridgeshire are looking for a full or part time Optometrist to join the team.
Optometrist - Role
Family run independent Opticians
Tests 6 days a week often with 2 Optoms
Providing thorough 30 minute sight tests to patients of all ages with pre-screening done by the support team
Access to advanced retinal photography including an OCT
Providing Contact Lens clinics
Direct cataract referral scheme
Working closely with the Dispensing Optician and support team to ensure a smooth handover
Working 5 days a week
Alternate Saturdays
9am to 5.30pm
Paying between £50,000 to £60,000
Fees paid for
Annual CET event
20 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to five weeks for loyalty)
Optometrist - Requirements
Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
All levels of experience will be considered, although you will the sole Optom some of the time
Optix experience helpful but not essential
Excellent communications and organisational skills
Clinically focused
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the ‘Apply’ link as soon as possible.....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
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. Days and 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 soothly 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 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 work on weekend
Daily on-the-job training in a store - no college to attend
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
Functional Skills in maths and 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...
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)
Functional Skills in English if required
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
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...
A full time Optometrist is required to join an award winning independent Opticians based in Bristol. They are a growing, forward thinking business, and this is an excellent role if you wish to develop your clinical skills and career.
The Role
Providing 30-45 minute sight tests to patients of all ages
Contact lens appointments
Opportunity to provide specialist clinics - myopia control, Ortho K, Dry eye: syringing, punctal plugs, and Dyslexia (all training will be provided)
Helping to develop and grow the business
Knowledgeable and supportive team with a qualified Dispensing Optician
Excellent equipment including humphrey, pulsair, fundus and slit lamp cameras, combi unit, Thomson test chart, topographer
Support with any additional accreditations
Ideally full time 9am to 5.30pm
Excellent salary - £45,000 to £70,000 DOE
Great work life balance with no Sundays, bank holidays, and a guaranteed 10 Saturdays off a year
Regular day off will typically be a Monday
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
opportunity to develop clinically and professionally
regular clinical training, peer review and CET points
Pension contributions
let them know your ideal career and they will work with you to help you achieve it
The client is looking for an Optometrist with a passion for Optometry and a good commercial understanding. An Optometrist with the IP qualification (or working towards) would be ideal.
In order to discuss this position further please call Zest Optical on 0114 238 1726 or email a copy of your CV....Read more...
A well-established independent Opticians in Hertford, are looking to recruit a part time Optometrist to join the team.
Optometrist - Role
Beautiful Independent Opticians
100% independently owned
Exceptional reputation in the area
Focus on high quality care - No sales or conversion targets
2 testing rooms
45 - 60 minute appointments – Around 8 patients a day
Role due to additional demand from patients
New Directors with ambitious plans
Trial frames, digital camera, contact tonometer
Work alongside experienced Optoms with Hospital experience
Specialist clinics – Dry eye, complex contact lenses etc
Initially working 2 days a week with room to increase days in the future
Ideally a Mon and Wed or Fri
Typical working hours from 9am to 5pm (2.30pm on a Fri)
No weekend requirements
Paperless practice
Salary between 50-55K Pro Rata with potential to increase as the business grows
Regular locum may also be considered
Further training supported
Optometrist - Requirements
Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
True passion for Optometry
Can offer continuity to patients
Team player
Kind
Excellent communication skills
Confident
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the ‘Apply’ link as soon as possible.
You can now message us via our company WhatsApp - 07933115681 Feel free to get in contact about any roles/recruitment needs. https://lnkd.in/dGyVayep....Read more...
Optical Area Sales Manager job in Scotland. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit an Area Sales Manager for a leading organisation in Optical Diagnostic equipment. The purpose of this role is to build strong business relationships with customers in the ophthalmology and optical market across Scotland (ideal candidate location Edinburgh or Glasgow).
The Area Sales Manager will manage customers in Scotland to achieve mutually agreed yearly sales and profit targets, and maximise opportunities by effective territory management and securing and building long term relationships with customer groups in the NHS, Universities and Private Optical Practices.
Area Sales Manager – Role
Achieve mutually agreed targets and ASPs by selling optical diagnostic products to all customer groups.
Demonstrate a superior knowledge of the skills in selling, negotiating, presenting and teaching by achieving sales and by attending training courses.
Gain and maintain a working knowledge of the functions of ophthalmology and optometry.
Reach an acceptable level of knowledge of competitor’s instruments, through training courses and research.
Secure and build positive relationships with all customer groups in order to secure long term business.
Ability to spot, recommend and cultivate KOL’s
Promotion of the Companies Educational events in line with company strategies
Area Sales Manager – Requirements
Proven sales professional within optical diagnostic equipment
Thorough understanding of the NHS environment
Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing
Ability to effectively analyse and interpret data
Area Sales Manager – Salary
Base salary up to £45k plus excellent bonus scheme
Company car and a range of additional benefits
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please click on the Apply Now link below.....Read more...
Area Sales Manager job covering Northern England. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit an Area Sales Manager for one of Europe’s leading independent ophthalmic company’s, who’ve developed a large and complete pharmaceutical portfolio. This position will cover Northern England, with the individual ideally located in either Yorkshire / Lancashire.
This role will involve managing and growing the optometry business in the defined territory, mainly through optometrists. The successful candidate will drive sales excellence across the product portfolio. It will be important to understand the company’s ethos and be able to assimilate the spirit across the whole team as well as communicate this to customers.
Area Sales Manager – Role
Develop and maintain relationships with key customers
To have a full understanding of the Customer, their needs and their environment in each Key Account
To create a clear and effective stakeholder map per account, including decision makers, influencers and access generators
To create detailed individual customer plans which lead to win:win solutions for both the customer and the organisation.
To conduct effective and challenging customer interactions which progresses account objectives and enhances partnership working.
To maintain complete, accurate and up to date customer records in line with company processes and policies and utilise this data for planning and reports.
Comprehensive training for new accounts
Area Sales Manager – Requirements
Must have ABPI qualification
Experience within the optical industry
Flexible "can do" attitude needed to thrive in a fast growing company
Ability to take an account management approach to managing territory business.
Area Sales Manager – Salary
Base salary up to £45,000
Bonus scheme up to 15-20% of salary
Company car/Car allowance
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please click on the Apply Now link below....Read more...
Optometry, Optometrist vacancies and part time Optometrist jobs in Gillingham, Kent. Zest Optical recruitment are currently seeking to recruit a part time Optometrist on behalf of an independent Opticians in Gillingham.
A patient focused group of independent Opticians are looking for a part time Optometrist for their well established Gillingham practice.
You will be able to provide patents with a personalised eyecare experience, utilising some of the most advanced equipment available.
Optometrist – Role
Modern independent
Loyal patient base
Focus on patient care
Providing thorough sight tests to patients – 30 mins (pre-screening done by the support team)
Advanced equipment – Optomap, OCT, Tonometer, digital slitlamp,
Optix computer system
Working alongside an experienced Dispensing Optician
High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/contact lenses you want to dispense
Working 4 days a week including a Sat
Opening hours from 9am to 5.30pm (5pm on a Sat)
Salary between £50,000 to £65,000 DOE, plus bonus
Staff discount
Private healthcare
Private indemnity insurance
Life cover
25 days holiday plus bank hols
Pension – Matched up to 5%
Continuous training and development
Encouraged to pick up additional accreditations and specialisms - areas like dry eye, macular degeneration, glaucoma, specialist contact lenses, myopia control and orthokeratology.
Support from other Optoms, Trainers and Professional services teams
Optometrist - Requirements
Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
Willing to learn and develop
Wants be able to provide the very best eye test possible
Wants to provide higher levels of communication and patient engagement
Focus on clinical excellence
To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.....Read more...
A fantastic new job opportunity has become available for a dedicated Scrub Nurse to work in an amazing modern specialist eye healthcare service based in the Luton, Bedfordshire area. You will be working for one of UK leading health care providers
This is a modern, state-of-the-art eye hospital. The facilities in this hospital are first-class and equipped with the latest technology
**Must be qualified as an RGN Nurse with an active NMC Pin – Will also accept ODP’s with HCPC registrations**
As a Nurse your key duties include:
Provide a competent scrub provision, supporting the surgeon through the daily theatre list, anticipating any potential problems and resolving these
You’ll help clean down the theatre and in all you do you’ll ensure the highest standards are met in terms of patient safety, clinical compliance and hygiene levels
Aside from providing Scrub services in the theatre you'll also undertake medicine management and audit duties as well as maintaining accurate patient records
Manage clinical waste and ensure the correct disposal procedures are implemented
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Previous hospital eye service or private eye clinic experience
Knowledge of clinical practice and aware of current developments in Optometry
Capable of working in a fast paced, high-volume theatre setting
Experience of supporting the surgeon during theatre – problem solving and issue resolution
The training and coaching of others
The desire for and commitment to continuous professional development
A competent user of computer systems and programmes
An excellent grasp of the English language both verbally and in written format
A good team player – happy to jump in and support others when required
The successful Scrub Nurse will receive an excellent salary of £33,384 - £41,312 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 37.5 hours a week on Day Shifts from 7.30am-5.30pm. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
33 days holidays (includes bank holidays) increasing with length of service
Bonus 1 – June – potential to earn up to 5% individual performance related bonus
Bonus 2 – January – potential to earn up to 5% hospital/company related bonus
NMC Pin paid for
Recommend a Friend Scheme (£350 reward for both you and your friend).
Free Quarterly Snacks
Benefits discounts at a large selection of retailers/hospitality
Time in lieu scheme, if you go over your contracted hours, we will give you your time back (we want our staff to feel appreciated and valued)
Free Annual Flu Vaccination.
Paid DBS
Continuous training and development programme through our internal learning management system and clinical training team to help enhance your skills
Reference ID: 6675
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
A fantastic new job opportunity has become available for a dedicated Scrub Nurse to work in a brand new eye healthcare service opening soon based in the Swindon, Wiltshire area. You will be working for one of UK leading health care providers
Opening in September, this cutting-edge eye hospital will feature the latest advancements in modern medical technology
**Must be qualified as an RGN Nurse with an active NMC Pin – Will also accept ODP’s with HCPC registrations**
As a Nurse your key duties include:
Provide a competent scrub provision, supporting the surgeon through the daily theatre list, anticipating any potential problems and resolving these
You’ll help clean down the theatre and in all you do you’ll ensure the highest standards are met in terms of patient safety, clinical compliance and hygiene levels
Aside from providing Scrub services in the theatre you'll also undertake medicine management and audit duties as well as maintaining accurate patient records
Manage clinical waste and ensure the correct disposal procedures are implemented
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Previous hospital eye service or private eye clinic experience
Knowledge of clinical practice and aware of current developments in Optometry
Capable of working in a fast paced, high-volume theatre setting
Experience of supporting the surgeon during theatre – problem solving and issue resolution
The training and coaching of others
The desire for and commitment to continuous professional development
A competent user of computer systems and programmes
An excellent grasp of the English language both verbally and in written format
A good team player – happy to jump in and support others when required
The successful Scrub Nurse will receive an excellent salary up to £41,312 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 37.5 hours a week on Day Shifts from 7.30am-5.30pm. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
33 days holidays (includes bank holidays) increasing with length of service
Bonus 1 – June – potential to earn up to 5% individual performance related bonus
Bonus 2 – January – potential to earn up to 5% hospital/company related bonus
NMC Pin paid for
Recommend a Friend Scheme (£350 reward for both you and your friend).
Free Quarterly Snacks
Benefits discounts at a large selection of retailers/hospitality
Time in lieu scheme, if you go over your contracted hours, we will give you your time back (we want our staff to feel appreciated and valued)
Free Annual Flu Vaccination.
Paid DBS
Continuous training and development programme through our internal learning management system and clinical training team to help enhance your skills
Reference ID: 6765
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....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...
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...
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...
