Optical Assistant

Inspired Selections; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,200 - 30,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary review

Closed Sundays

29 days holiday

Parking nearby

Good transport links

Supportive team

Professional development

Job summary

Inspired Selections is partnering with a well-established independent optical practice in the heart of Edinburgh. The role offers a 37.5 hour week, full-time hours, and a salary up to 28,000 depending on experience, with an annual salary review.

You will dispense to a wide range of patients, perform pre-screening tests, and maintain high standards of patient care. Applicants must have at least 24 months’ experience in optics and a friendly, professional manner.

Qualifications

• Minimum 24 months' experience working within optics.
• Dispensing to a wide range of patients.
• Carrying out pre-screening tests confidently.
• Maintaining high standards of patient care throughout the journey.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing to a wide range of patients.
• Carrying out pre-screening tests confidently.
• Maintaining high standards of patient care throughout the journey.

Skills

Optical experience

Customer service

Pre-screening

Communication

Organisation

Job description

Salary: Up to 28,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: Full time | 37.5 hours per week (closed on a Sundays)

Location: Edinburgh

We're currently working with a well-established independent optical practice based in the heart of Edinburgh, renowned for its strong reputation within the local community and its commitment to delivering a truly personalised patient experience. With a long-standing presence in the area, the practice has built a loyal and returning patient base by focusing on high-quality care, attention to detail, and offering a more tailored, unhurried service.

The practice places a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, premium eyewear, and building lasting relationships with patients, creating an environment where quality is always prioritised over volume.

Important Requirement:

You must have a minimum of 24 months' experience working within optics. Applications without this will not be considered.

What's on Offer:

• Salary of up to 28,000
• Annual salary review
• Closed on Sundays for a better work-life balance
• 29 days holiday
• Parking near by and excellent transport links
• A genuinely enjoyable working environment where people support each other and enjoy coming to work
• Strong focus on teamwork, collaboration, and a positive day-to-day culture
• Opportunities to develop your skills within optics

Responsibilities:

• Dispensing to a wide range of patients
• Carrying out pre-screening tests confidently
• Maintaining high standards of patient care throughout the journey

What we are looking for:

• Previous Optical Assistant experience required
• A friendly, approachable, and professional manner
• A genuine passion for delivering outstanding customer service
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Someone who enjoys working as part of a close-kn tiny team