Optical Assistant - Independent Opticians, Solihull | 25-28K
| Posting date: | 30 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £25,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 July 2025 |
| Location: | Solihull, West Midlands, B93 8HH |
| Company: | Zest Business Group Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5133RW_1751284937 |
Summary
Optical Assistant Job - Independent Opticians, Solihull
Salary: £25,000-£28,000
Full Time - 9:00am to 6:00pm | Saturdays 9:00am to 1:00pm | Saturday Flexibility Available | 1-Hour Lunch
Zest Optical are working alongside a high-end independent Opticians based in Solihull to recruit an Optical Assistant into their friendly and professional team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established practice known for its personalised service, carefully curated eyewear collections, and clinical excellence. The team pride themselves on offering a tailored experience to every patient, with a strong focus on premium products and modern styling.
Optical Assistant - Role Overview
- Full time position - 9:00am to 6:00pm, with a 1-hour lunch
- Saturdays 9:00am to 1:00pm, with flexibility available
- Work in a close-knit team of 3-4 people in a single testing room practice
- No pre-screening involved - fully patient-focused dispensing and customer service
- Provide a high level of personalised service in a relaxed, boutique environment
- Dispense a range of premium eyewear using advanced digital dispensing technology
- Work primarily with Essilor lenses, including the latest in lens innovation and design
- Opportunity to enrol on the Dispensing Optician course, fully funded by the practice
- Maintain the practice's warm, professional reputation with every interaction
Optical Assistant - Requirements
- Previous experience as an Optical Assistant essential
- Comfortable dispensing a variety of lens types and confident delivering a high standard of service
- Experience with or interest in digital dispensing technology and Essilor lenses is beneficial
- Friendly, professional and approachable personality
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care
Optical Assistant - Package
- Salary between £25,000 and £28,000
- Opening hours of 9:00am to 6:00pm, with a one-hour lunch
- Saturday mornings 9:00am to 1:00pm - flexibility available
- Fully funded opportunity to complete the Dispensing Optician course
- Supportive and welcoming team environment
- Ongoing development and progression
This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your optical career within a stylish, independent practice that truly values both its patients and its team.
To apply for this Optical Assistant role, please send your CV to Rebecca at Zest Optical.