Optical Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a dynamic Retail/Optical Assistant in Coventry. This role involves customer interaction, supporting eye-tests, and providing aftercare. With full training provided, it's an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their career in optics within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent staff discount

Free parking on site

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for customer care.
• Engaging, energetic, and motivational team player.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Greeting customers and assisting with eyewear solutions.
• Supporting eye-tests and pre-screening activities.
• Completing operational tasks associated with dispensing prescriptions.

Skills

Customer care

Team player

Desire to learn

Job description

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Coventry Retail / Optical Assistant – Career Opportunity

Location: Coventry, West Midlands

Company: Visioncare RNK Ltd (Trading as Boots Opticians)

Position: Retail / Optical Assistant

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Optical/ Retail Assistant to join our amazing team on a full or part time basis.

As an Optical/ Retail Assistant you will be a fundamental part of our Boots Opticians store team, being the first and last person that our customers interact with.

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 eyewear solution for them – no two days will be the same.

About the role

Your role within the team as a Retail Assistant will give you lots of opportunities to develop your knowledge through our in-store training and practical ‘on the job’ experience. Numerous career progression opportunities are available for those looking for a career in Optics..

You will also be involved in:

Ordering, dispensing and collection of glasses and contact lenses

Supporting with eye-tests and pre-screening activities

Providing aftercare support through repairs and adjustments

Completing operational and administrative tasks associated with dispensing prescriptions

What you’ll need to have:

Passion for customer care

Desire to learn

Is an engaging, energetic, and motivational team player

It would be great if you also have:

Worked in a retail or clinical environment but this is not mandatory as full training will be provided.

What’s in it for you?

On offer is a competitive salary, excellent staff discount and staff incentives.

Clinical and Non-Clinical Career development opportunities are available.

Free parking on site and working with the latest technology including Optomap offering our customers the Ultimate Eye Check.

You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where you can make a real impact and work closely with the store director.

If you’re ready to start /take your optical career to the next level and be part of a dynamic, high-performing team, we’d love to chat!