Full time Optical Assistant - Monday to Friday, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

TN United Kingdom; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent Optical Domiciliary Practice in Huddersfield is seeking a passionate Optical Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide essential services to elderly and underserved populations. Enjoy a full-time schedule with no weekend or evening work, a competitive salary, and a fully expensed company car. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of optical experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proactive attitude. Join a forward-thinking practice that values strong team relationships and offers a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Fully expensed company car

28 days of holidays

Additional paid day off for birthday

Annual free eye test

Discounted glasses

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of optical experience required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Driving to care home venues and conducting pretests for patients.
• Dispensing glasses and maintaining accurate patient records.

Skills

Optical Experience

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Driving License

Education

Optical Assistant Certification

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Full time Optical Assistant - Monday to Friday, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, Huddersfield

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Huddersfield, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Optical Assistant, Monday to Friday, Huddersfield and surrounding Areas, West Yorkshire

An independent Optical Domiciliary Practice is looking to recruit an experienced Optical Assistant to join their creative and dynamic domiciliary team in the West Yorkshire area. They believe their success is due to their strong intra-team relationships underpinned by mutual respect. The ideal candidate should be flexible to work across different aspects of the business and will have a unique opportunity to offer much-needed services to the elderly and underserved populations.

The role includes:

• Driving yourself and the Optometrist to Care Home venues in Greater Manchester and surrounding areas, conducting pretests for patients, and supporting the optometrist in clinics.
• Dispensing glasses with care and precision to improve patients' quality of life.
• Maintaining accurate patient records for continuity of care.
• Providing outstanding customer service to ensure memorable experiences.
• Repairing glasses skillfully and carefully.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience in a care home setting is a plus but not necessary.
• At least 1 year of optical experience required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude.
• Full driving license; enjoy driving.

Benefits include:

• No weekend or evening work.
• Very competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully expensed company car for business and personal use.
• 28 days of holidays, including bank holidays.
• Additional paid day off for your birthday.
• Annual free eye test and discounted glasses.
• Basic salary £25,500 plus bonus OTE £32,000 per annum.

To apply or for more information, contact Nicki at 07515609482 quoting reference number V41104934. Network Group Holdings is an Equal Opportunities Employer.