Dispensing Optician

VISION EXPRESS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading eyecare provider as a Dispensing Optician, where you'll leverage your expertise in premium eyewear to provide exceptional customer care. In this role, you'll assist customers in finding the perfect eyewear solutions while being part of a supportive and diverse community. With opportunities for flexible working, competitive bonuses, and a range of benefits including free eyewear and generous annual leave, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the optical industry. Embrace your potential with a company that values your contributions and fosters a culture of trust and inclusion.

Benefits

Free eyewear up to £550 annually

On target bonuses up to £2,832 per year

Stretch target bonuses up to £5,664 per year

Family and friends discount

33 days of annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities to participate in OneSight Foundation

Qualifications

• Qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the General Optical Council.
• Ability to understand eyecare needs and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with bespoke eyewear solutions and expert care.
• Support retail team in delivering high-quality eyecare services.

Skills

Solution-focused eyecare

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of optical trends

Experience managing dry eye and myopia

Education

Approved UK Dispensing Optician qualification

Job description

Role overview

Are you a qualified Dispensing Optician interested in working with one of the UK's leading eyecare providers, featuring premium eyewear brands such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Prada?

As a Dispensing Optician at Vision Express, you'll apply your knowledge and experience daily. You'll become an expert in our market-leading frames and lenses, assist customers with bespoke eyewear solutions, and support the retail team in delivering expert care.

To qualify, you must hold an approved UK Dispensing Optician qualification and be registered with the General Optical Council.

While the advertised hours are a guideline, we are open to discussing flexible working options to suit your needs, whether fitting around the school run or a compressed week.

Benefits

• Free eyewear up to £550 annually with immediate eligibility.
• On target bonuses of up to £2,832 per year.
• Stretch target bonuses of up to £5,664 per year.
• Family and friends discount 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 for confidential wellbeing support.
• Opportunities to participate in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation.

Skills for success

• Solution-focused with the ability to understand individual eyecare needs.
• Attention to detail, including understanding prescriptions and maintaining accurate records.
• Excellent communication skills to support customers with prescriptions.
• Knowledge of current optical trends and industry regulations.
• Experience managing conditions like dry eye and myopia is beneficial.
• Strong work ethic and awareness of how your role impacts team performance.

Why Vision Express?

Joining Vision Express means being part of a larger community. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you'll have opportunities to share knowledge, advance your career, and realize your potential.

We value diversity and inclusion, believing that our differences strengthen us. We foster a culture of mutual trust to achieve our goals and drive success.