Optical Assistant

Zest Business Group; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical practice in Carmarthen is seeking a full-time Optical Assistant to join their well-established team. The role includes working with high-end eyewear and providing exceptional customer service. You will also have support for your training as a Dispensing Optician. The position offers an hourly rate of £11.50 and a range of significant benefits including family discounts on glasses.

Benefits

Funding for Dispensing Optician course

Free or very cheap parking

Annual pair of high-end glasses

Significant family discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as an Optical Assistant is required.
• Passion for offering excellent service and amazing products.
• Interest in training for Dispensing Optician course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work between two practices, focusing on high-end eyewear.
• Attend international trade shows to select exclusive eyewear.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Interest in frame brands

Calm and confident communication

Education

Experience as an Optical Assistant

Job description

Zest Optical are currently working alongside a high-end independent practice in Carmarthen to recruit a full-time Optical Assistant (to train to become a DO).

This is a small group of independent Opticians which is very well established and has an excellent reputation in the area.

Optical Assistant - Role

Family-run independent Opticians which has been established for around 50 years. Single testing room practices. Specialises in high-end eyewear and customer service. Focus on quality rather than quantity.

Travels to international trade shows to handpick exclusive eyewear - Anne & Valentin, Theo, Face a Face. Main lens supplier is Rodenstock but you have the freedom to work with most high-quality suppliers. Advanced dispensing equipment - DNEye scanner.

Working between two practices which are close by, mainly Carmarthen. Working 4.5 days a week - 9am to 5.30pm midweek and 9am to 12.30pm on a Sat. One full weekend off a month.

Hourly rate of £11.50/hr. Funding and support towards the Dispensing Optician course. Free or very cheap parking available close by. Free pair of high-end glasses each year. Significant family discounts.

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• 1+ Years experience of working as an Optical Assistant
• Interest in training to become a Dispensing Optician
• A passion for offering excellent service and amazing products
• Interest in frame brands and styling
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood as soon as possible.