Optical Assistant

Boots Opticians; Bromley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical retail chain in Bromley seeks an Optical Assistant to join their team. This role involves customer interaction, providing support during eye-tests, and dispensing eyewear solutions. Ideal candidates will have a passion for customer care and a willingness to learn. Experience in a retail or clinical environment is a bonus. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters personal and career development. Full-time positions available with options for part-time and flexible hours.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

Clinical and Non-Clinical Career development opportunities

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

24/7 counselling and support

Qualifications

• Ability to build relationships with customers.
• Experience in providing customer service.
• Willingness to learn in a clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Order, dispense, and collect glasses and contact lenses.
• Support with eye-tests and pre-screening activities.
• Provide aftercare support through repairs and adjustments.
• Complete operational and administrative tasks.
• Maintain shop floor standards.

Skills

Passion for customer care

Enthusiasm for learning

Job description

About the role

As an Optical Assistant you will be a fundamental part of our Boots Opticians store team, being the first and last person that our customers interact with. You will be based in store and report to the store manager. You will work on the shop floor and spend your time building great relationships with customers by listening and understanding their needs to find the right product or service for them. From greeting customers when they arrive in store, being part of the pre‑screening activities of an eye‑test through to helping our customers find the perfect eye‑wear solution for them – no two days will be the same.

• Order, dispense and collect glasses and contact lenses
• Support with eye‑tests and pre‑screening activities
• Provide aftercare support through repairs and adjustments
• Complete operational and administrative tasks associated with dispensing prescriptions
• Maintain shop floor standards

What you’ll need to have

• Passion for customer care
• Enthusiasm for learning and personal development

It would be great if you also have

• Experience in a retail or clinical environment

Our benefits

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary quarterly bonus
• Generous employee discounts
• Clinical and Non‑Clinical Career development opportunities
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
• Flexible benefits scheme
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.

Why Boots Opticians

At Boots Opticians, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. Join our team and let’s see what’s possible when we change for the better.

What's next

If your application is successful, you'll be invited to an in‑store interview in the next 14 days. Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.