Optical Assistant

Description

Experienced Optical Assistant – Brigg, North Lincolnshire

26,000 to 29,000 DOE Full or Part Time Independent Opticians Progression Opportunities

Zest Optical are working with a well–established, family–run independent opticians to recruit an experienced Optical Assistant.

Predominantly based at their Brigg practice, you will join a friendly team that provides high–quality NHS and private eye care to a loyal local patient base. The business is undergoing an exciting period of investment and development, including practice refurbishments and plans for continued growth.

This would be an excellent opportunity for a confident Optical Assistant who enjoys delivering a personal service and would like to take on greater responsibility over time.

Optical Assistant – Role

Providing a warm and professional service to patients

Dispensing a wide range of frames and lenses

Offering confident frame styling and lens advice

Completing collections, adjustments and minor repairs

Supporting patients throughout their journey, from arrival through to aftercare

Building strong relationships with a loyal and varied patient base

Helping with ordering, stock management and general practice administration

Working closely with the Optometrists and wider practice team

Supporting both the Brigg and Ashby practices, with the majority of time initially spent in Brigg

Taking on additional responsibilities as the role and business develop

Optical Assistant – Requirements

Previous experience working within an optical practice is essential

Confident dispensing skills and good optical knowledge

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Friendly, approachable and comfortable building rapport with patients

Reliable, proactive and able to work independently

An interest in progressing and taking on greater responsibility

Must be comfortable working every Saturday

Optical Assistant – Salary and Benefits

Salary between 26,000 and 29,000 depending on experience

Full–time or part–time options considered – to include a Sat

Working hours typically 8:30am to 4:30pm

No late evenings

28 days' holiday including bank holidays for full–time employees

Practice closure for approximately two weeks over Christmas, using part of the annual leave allowance

Support and potential funding towards further qualifications, including the Dispensing Optician course

Genuine opportunity to develop into a senior or management position across both practices

Supportive owners who are committed to investing in their team and rewarding additional responsibility

To apply for this Optical Assistant role in Brigg, North Lincolnshire, please send your CV or contact Zest Optical for further information.

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