Contact Lens Optician

VISION EXPRESS; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eyecare provider in the UK is seeking a qualified Contact Lens Optician. The role offers flexibility in working hours and a chance to contribute significantly to the contact lens business. You'll enjoy a range of benefits including free eyewear, annual leave options, and bonuses. Join a diverse team that values inclusion and personal growth.

Benefits

Free eyewear up to £550 annually

On target bonuses up to £4,200 per year

Stretch target bonuses up to £8,400 per year

Family and friends discounts

33 days of annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the General Optical Council.
• Experience managing conditions such as dry eye and myopia.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the productivity of the contact lens business.
• Support customers in clinic.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of contact lens technologies

Solution-focused approach

Strong work ethic

Education

Approved qualification as a Contact Lens Optician

Job description

Role overview

Are you a qualified Contact Lens Optician interested in working with one of the UK's leading eyecare providers?

This role has been created due to business growth, and our successful candidate will play a key role in the productivity of our contact lens business.

To apply, you must have an approved qualification to practice as a Contact Lens Optician in the UK and be registered with the General Optical Council.

Although the advertised hours are specified, we are open to discussing flexible working options to fit your needs, whether you prefer hours around the school run or a compressed week.

Benefits include:

• Free eyewear up to £550 annually with immediate eligibility.
• On target bonuses of up to £4,200 per year.
• Stretch target bonuses of up to £8,400 per year.
• Family and friends discounts of 75%, 50%, and 25%, plus a free eye test.
• 33 days of annual leave, with options to buy or sell holiday.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential wellbeing support.
• Opportunities to get involved with the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation.

Skills that will help you succeed include:

• Solution-focused approach and understanding individual eyecare needs.
• Attention to detail, understanding prescriptions, and maintaining accurate records.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence when supporting customers in clinic.
• Knowledge of the latest contact lens technologies and industry regulations.
• Experience managing conditions such as dry eye and myopia.
• Strong work ethic and understanding of how your role impacts team performance.

Why choose Vision Express?

Joining Vision Express means being part of a bigger team. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you'll have opportunities to share knowledge, develop your career, and reach your potential.

We value diversity and inclusion, believing that our differences make us stronger. We foster a culture of mutual trust to help us achieve our goals and deliver results.