Domiciliary Optical Assistant

Specsavers; Preston; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Specsavers is seeking a Domiciliary Optical Assistant to provide essential eye care services directly to patients in their homes. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £26,000 per annum, along with a car allowance and various employee benefits. Ideal candidates will have previous optical experience and a full UK driving license, contributing to the well-being of the community.

Benefits

Car allowance of £3,000 per annum

Specsavers Perks discounts

WeCare employee support service

Paid day off on your birthday

Qualifications

• Previous optical experience is essential.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide eye care to patients at home.
• Support patients with tasks they struggle with.

Skills

Optical experience

Driving

Job description

Role: Domiciliary Optical Assistant

Ready to take your skills on the road? As a home visits optical assistant at Specsavers, you can do just that.

You’ll be driving our services to the doorsteps of the nation, providing eye care to those who can’t visit our stores. Not only will you help with sight tests, but you'll also support patients in tasks they might struggle with, bringing smiles and clinical care directly to your community.

Our business

Based in Bolton, you’ll cover the NW region up to Barrow-In-Furness on occasion, providing care to vulnerable patients.

Our team

Join a dedicated team of professionals from optical and administrative backgrounds, ready to welcome you.

Our cars

You’ll receive a car allowance of £3,000 per annum to use your own vehicle for home visits.

What’s on offer?

Enjoy support, training, and benefits including:

• £26,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm (flexibility required)
• Specsavers Perks discounts
• WeCare employee support service
• Paid day off on your birthday

What we’re looking for

Skills required:

• Previous optical experience
• Full UK driving license

Desirable experience

Additional skills that could set you apart include:

• Experience in a fast-paced customer environment
• Optical experience or knowledge
• Comfort with new systems, tablets, or laptops

Additional information

Level: Entry level

Type: Full-time

Industry: Healthcare/Retail