Optical Assistant
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £26,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 April 2026 |
| Location: | Chingford, London, E4 7BE |
| Company: | Zest Business Group Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ZOP3168_1772535509 |
Summary
Optical Assistant - Chingford, East London - Up to £30,000
Full or Part Time | Independent Opticians | Private Focus | 3, 4 or 5 Days
Zest Optical recruitment is working with a respected independent Opticians in Chingford, East London to recruit an experienced Optical Assistant.
This is a stylish, community-led practice with a loyal patient base and a focus on unhurried, personal care. The environment is calm and quality driven, offering longer appointments and a private patient focus rather than high-volume testing.
The practice is known locally for its tailored approach, detailed dispensing and carefully curated eyewear collections. It is a quieter setting, so this role would suit someone proactive who enjoys taking ownership, supporting across the practice and keeping standards high throughout the day.
Optical Assistant - The Role
- Independent Opticians in Chingford, East London
- Fully private patient base
- Single testing environment with quality-led service
- Premium eyewear brands including Tom Ford, Jimmy Choo and Maui Jim
- High value dispensing and styling consultations
- Opportunity to spend time with patients to find the right eyewear solution
- Supporting with complex queries and detailed fittings
- Front of house and day-to-day practice support
- Full or part time, 3, 4 or 5 days per week
- Most Saturdays included, but they try and give 12 Saturdays off per year fully paid
- Typical hours 9am to 5:30pm
- Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience
Optical Assistant - The Person
- Previous experience as an Optical Assistant
- Independent practice experience would be ideal
- Confident working with premium products and higher price points
- Interest in fashion, styling and personalised service
- Proactive and happy to take initiative in a quieter setting
- Professional, friendly and team focused
This is a great opportunity for an Optical Assistant who enjoys working in a boutique style practice where service, detail and patient experience come first.
To apply, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood or call 0114 238 1726 for a confidential discussion
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