Optical Assistant
| Posting date: | 22 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 August 2025 |
| Location: | KT21 1AA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Talent Finder |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | OTZTRM-001-22254 |
Summary
Optical Assistant | Ashtead | Full Time - 3, 4 or 5 days per week | £24,000-£28,000
Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Optical Assistant to join their team. You’ll work closely with the Optometrist to ensure that every patient receives personalised care, tailored eyewear solutions, and an exceptional experience every time they visit the clinic. Whether it’s selecting the perfect frame or performing contact lens teaching, you’ll be a vital part of creating happy, confident clients.
Join a welcoming team committed to professional excellence, where you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, deliver outstanding service, and build lasting client relationships. The employer believes in nurturing their team, offering support and recognition, and fostering an environment that promotes growth and career progression.
Are you the right person for the job?
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Optical Assistant
• Strong knowledge of optical products and terminology
• Excellent communication skills
• IT Literate
• Ability to work well within a team and independently
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
What will your role look like?
• Working with the Optometrist to determine the best solution for the patient
• Dispensing, fitting, and adjusting spectacles
• Performing contact lens teaching
• Being flexible to work with the practice team and other colleagues to deliver obsessively great service to every client
• Following GOC and ABDO guidelines in practice and undertaking CET to further develop skills
What can you expect in return?
• Working hours 35.5 hours (you may be required to work more hours)
• Discretionary Christmas Bonus
• 28 days holiday (pro rata if part-time)
• Extra day per year holiday after the first year
• Employee pension
• Healthcare for you
• Inhouse team discounts and family & friends discounts
• CET training
• Every team member will receive ongoing and continuous mentoring, support, recognition, and personal development to promote career progression
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