Average Optical Assistant salary in the UK

Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? If so, you've come to the right place! We're looking for a passionate hard-worker with some previous optical experience who is ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you've found your feet as an Optical Assistant, you won't just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So, whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers.  Our store  Based in North Shields our store has off-site parking and bike lockups available.   Our team  We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.  What's on offer?  As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:  Salary - £12.91 per hour Bonus availableFull-time: 5 days per week (40 hours) - to include a weekend dayPart-time available: minimum of 3 days per week - to include a weekend day Friends and Family discount Specsavers Perks - our discounted benefits scheme Extra day off for your birthday WeCare - UK confidential employee helpline Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities Discounted hearing and eyecare benefits Enhanced company sick pay scheme Find out more  If you've got all these skills, we'd love for you to apply, but there's also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it. This includes:  Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment Experience in optics or Audiology business Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology Checked all the boxes? Now's the perfect time to apply!  #LI-LH1

Optical Assistant – EdgwareAre you an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a fresh opportunity in a supportive and professional environment? Join a stylish, independent optical practice in Edgware that combines exceptional patient care with a welcoming team culture.This clinically focused practice is known for its friendly atmosphere, high standards of service, and commitment to employee well being. Located in the heart of Edgware, you'll benefit from excellent transport links, attractive green spaces, and a thriving local community.The RoleAs an Optical Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding patient experience by:Welcoming patients and providing exceptional customer serviceCarrying out pre-screening eye health checksSupporting a smooth handover to the OptometristDispensing spectacles and advising on frame and lens optionsAdjusting, fitting, and repairing eye-wearAssisting with contact lens teaching and aftercareCompleting a variety of administrative dutiesWhat's on Offer?In addition to a positive and supportive working environment, the practice offers:Competitive salary packageAttractive bonus schemeGenuine opportunities for career progression and developmentOngoing training and supportExcellent financial benefitsGreat work-life balance with favorable working hoursA friendly, close-knit team and enjoyable workplace cultureAbout YouTo be considered for this role, you must have previous experience working within an optical practice and be passionate about delivering excellent customer care.If you're looking for a practice where you can develop your career, feel valued, and enjoy coming to work each day, we'd love to hear from you.To find out more or express your interest, please apply today or contact Lunaria Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Can't see a clear path forward in your current optical role? It might be time to look at things through a different lens.Perhaps you've already gained some experience in an optical environment, but the training, support or opportunity to progress just hasn't been there. If you enjoy helping customers and want to build on what you already know, this opportunity could give you that next step.As an Optical Assistant, you'll welcome customers and conduct basic visual testing, explaining results, offering advice and guidance. You will then support helping customers understand their prescription, dispensing frames and lenses, offering reassurance throughout.You'll be surrounded by experienced Opticians and Technicians who can help you strengthen your knowledge and grow your confidence, with plenty of professional training and development on offer.Role OverviewExplore customer needs thoroughly, analysing prescriptions and handling any queriesCarry out diagnostic testing with customers, explaining outcomesDispense prescriptions, offering advice on lenses, frames and styling choicesBook and change customer appointments, along with general day-to-day adminThe Ideal CandidateAny level of previous working experience within an optical environment or opticians, understand visual perception and basic visual defectsA high level of interpersonal skills with the ability to build working relationships with a wide range of stakeholdersWhat's on OfferMonthly bonusBased in Kenilworth, with excellent transport links and onsite car parkingEnjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate youFull time hours (40 hours) available - includes weekend workingAuto-enrol into the pension schemeInvestment towards training and development opportunitiesRetail perks with everyday discounts and savingsEmployee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it mostEyecare and hear care discounts for you and your familyEnhanced family leave and company sick payRegister your interest by applying today or call Luke on to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/261476 - Optical Assistant