Optical Assistant
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | Cheddar, Somerset |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | NK Opticians |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We have a vacancy for an experienced Optical Assistant, training will be available for the right individual. For the right candidate there is the opportunity to pursue an apprenticeship that leads to a qualification as a Dispensing Optician. (Full details on our website: www.nkopticians.co.uk/careers
You will have the opportunity to work in a truly independent, local opticians as part of a friendly team. We stock an exciting range of bespoke frames and lenses; you will be part of the team dispensing these to our lovely patients.
The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:15pm with an hour for lunch. No weekends!
The role is very diverse and is a unique blend of healthcare and retail.
Duties include:
Booking the appropriate appointments for patients.
Greeting patients in a professional and friendly manner.
Understanding and interpreting the prescription that is issued by the Optometrist.
Helping patients to choose frames that suit them and their prescription.
Being able to dispense glasses whilst using patient friendly language.
Adjusting frames using the correct tools to ensure that they fit correctly and are comfortable.
Basic spectacle repairs..
Ordering glasses and contact lenses for patients.
Accurate and detailed completion of records on our patient management system as well the NHS paperwork.
Using a focimeter to check the prescription in glasses.
Problem solving simple optical concerns.
Operating within Data Protection guidelines
Qualifications
5 GCSEs grades A*-C (9-4) including Maths, English & Science.
Experience or strong interest in customer service and maintaining customer satisfaction
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn and develop within the role
Attention to detail and a commitment to precision and accuracy
• Bonus Scheme
• Company Pension
• Employee Discount
You will have the opportunity to work in a truly independent, local opticians as part of a friendly team. We stock an exciting range of bespoke frames and lenses; you will be part of the team dispensing these to our lovely patients.
The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:15pm with an hour for lunch. No weekends!
The role is very diverse and is a unique blend of healthcare and retail.
Duties include:
Booking the appropriate appointments for patients.
Greeting patients in a professional and friendly manner.
Understanding and interpreting the prescription that is issued by the Optometrist.
Helping patients to choose frames that suit them and their prescription.
Being able to dispense glasses whilst using patient friendly language.
Adjusting frames using the correct tools to ensure that they fit correctly and are comfortable.
Basic spectacle repairs..
Ordering glasses and contact lenses for patients.
Accurate and detailed completion of records on our patient management system as well the NHS paperwork.
Using a focimeter to check the prescription in glasses.
Problem solving simple optical concerns.
Operating within Data Protection guidelines
Qualifications
5 GCSEs grades A*-C (9-4) including Maths, English & Science.
Experience or strong interest in customer service and maintaining customer satisfaction
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn and develop within the role
Attention to detail and a commitment to precision and accuracy
• Bonus Scheme
• Company Pension
• Employee Discount