Optical Assistant

Talentshed; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentshed seeks an Optical Assistant for a boutique independent optical practice in Camden. Salary options up to £28,000, with a solid £27k base and potential bonus to maximise earnings. The role is full-time, four weekdays plus Saturdays, with Sundays off, and focuses on personalised styling in a design-led eyewear environment.

Enjoy long, unhurried consultations, tailoring advice for each client, within a vibrant North London setting with excellent transport links and a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in optical retail or eyewear sales.
• Able to provide personalised fittings and styling advice.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct unhurried fittings and frame styling consultations.
• Assist customers with selecting lenses and coatings.
• Build relationships to ensure repeat visits.

Skills

Customer service

Eyewear knowledge

Sales & upselling

Attention to detail

Tools

POS system

Optical lenses knowledge

Job description

Optical Assistant Opportunity in the Camden Area

Bespoke styling, gorgeous independent eyewear, and an adaptable pay structure tailored to how you like to earn – this Optical Assistant role in the Camden borough is a ideal step if you want to leave high‑street conveyor‑belt optics behind.

Here’s everything you need to know about this role:

• Salary options up to £28,000 – secure up to £27k as a solid basic salary, stretching to £28k for exceptional optical experience, or choose a lower base paired with an attractive dispensing bonus scheme to maximise your take-home pay

• Boutique independent setting: surround yourself with beautiful niche frames and design‑led eyewear in a stylish, welcoming environment that prides itself on individuality

• Work a full-time 5‑day week covering four weekdays and Saturdays, keeping every single Sunday entirely free for yourself

• Pure quality over high volume: enjoy long, unhurried consultations where you can truly connect with clients and offer tailored styling advice without commercial rush

• Vibrant North London location – thrive in a creative, well‑connected part of the Camden borough with fantastic transport links and a brilliant local atmosphere

• Friendly, collaborative team – join a close‑knit group of optics enthusiasts who value your input, support your ideas, and care deeply about exceptional service

Your next step:

Talk to us on 01872 309090