Optical Receptionist
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £20,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | No Weekends |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7AA |
| Company: | Zest Business Group Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ZOP3195a_1767785920 |
Summary
Optical Receptionist Job Market Harborough
Front of House and Administration | Independent Opticians | No Weekends
Zest Optical Recruitment are working with a highly regarded independent Opticians in Market Harborough to recruit a full time Optical Receptionist to join their friendly, professional team.
This role sits at the heart of the practice and focuses on delivering a warm, organised, front of house experience for patients. It is ideal for someone with strong customer service and admin skills who enjoys working in a high quality environment. Previous optical experience is welcome but not essential, and candidates from high end hospitality or private healthcare backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Optical Receptionist Role
- Fully independent Opticians with a strong focus on personalised care
- Front of house position welcoming patients and managing the full patient journey
- Booking appointments, managing diaries, and handling patient enquiries
- Day to day administration to keep the practice running smoothly
- Supporting the clinical team, similar to an Optical Assistant role
- Maintaining a calm, professional, and welcoming environment
- Single testing room practice with an unrushed feel
- Loyal, long standing team who work closely together
- Practice open Monday to Friday only
- Working hours 9am to 5.30pm
Salary and package
- £25,000 to £28,000 depending on experience
- Full time role
- No weekends
- Supportive, stable working environment
Optical Receptionist Requirements
- Previous experience as an Optical Receptionist or Optical Assistant is beneficial
- Background in high end hospitality, reception, or customer focused roles welcomed
- Strong organisational and administration skills
- Confident and professional communication style
- Excellent attention to detail
- Team player who enjoys working in a close knit practice
This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a long term role in a respected independent Opticians, offering excellent work life balance and a patient first culture.
To apply or find out more, please send your CV to or call 0114 238 1726 for a confidential conversation.