Optical Assistant

Specsavers; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Specsavers is seeking a proactive Optical Assistant in Bristol. The role involves delivering excellent customer service and utilizing optical knowledge to enhance the store experience. Candidates should have at least 6 months of experience in optics and a passion for the brand.

Benefits

Auto-enrollment into pension scheme

Specsavers Perks - discounts and savings

WeCare - employee support service

Complimentary Headspace app subscription

Eyecare and hearcare discounts

Additional paid day off on your birthday

Enhanced family leave and sick pay

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in optics.
• Experience in a fast-paced customer service environment is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of optical terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create an outstanding store environment for customers and team.
• Use passion for the Specsavers brand and products.

Skills

Customer Service

Optics Experience

Job description

So, you’re a proactive people person ready to be the friendly face our stores need? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve had previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant, this Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you.

As an Optical Assistant, you’ll use your passion for the Specsavers brand, products, and services alongside your excellent customer service skills to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team.

Our business

Based in Falkirk.

What’s on offer?

Along with comprehensive support, training, and development opportunities, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Salary - up to £12.41 depending on age
• Working hours - 37.5 hours; must be able to work weekends
• Benefits
• Auto-enrollment into the pension scheme with employer contributions when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - access to discounts and savings
• WeCare - employee support service for you and your immediate family
• Complimentary Headspace app subscription
• Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
• Additional paid day off on your birthday
• Enhanced family leave and sick pay

What we’re looking for?

If this sounds like you, we require the following skills to start as an Optical Assistant:

• Experience - at least 6 months in optics

Find out more

If you meet these skills, we encourage you to apply. Additional desirable experience includes:

• Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment
• Experience in the optics business
• Basic knowledge of optical terminology