Optical Assistant

Specsavers; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dedicated Optical Assistant to join their team in North Finchley. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career with comprehensive training and support from experienced professionals. You will be at the forefront of customer service, helping clients with their optical needs while enjoying a range of benefits, including generous annual leave and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus birthday off

Pension contribution

Professional fees paid

Discounted benefits scheme

Annual subscription to Headspace

Confidential employee helpline

Outstanding professional development opportunities

Access to latest clinical technology

Support with CPD points

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer service environment is essential.
• Knowledge of optical terminology is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist customers in the optical store.
• Support experienced Opticians and Technicians.

Skills

Customer Service

Optical Terminology Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in Optical Business

Experience in Fast-Paced Environment

Job description

Optical Assistant - North Finchley Specsavers

Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place.
We’re looking for passionate, hard-workers with some previous optical experience ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as an Optical Assistant, you won’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers.

What’s on Offer?

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:

• Salary - Depending on Experience
• 28 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Full time - 40 hours per week - Weekend working is essential
• No late nights
• Pension contribution
• Professional fees paid
• Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme
• Annual subscription to the “Headspace” app
• WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline
• Outstanding professional development opportunities
• Support with IP, other higher accreditations and Pathway
• Access to latest clinical technology and equipment
• Support with CPD points
• Regular team events and team building evenings

Find out more

If you’ve got all these skills, we’d love for you to apply, but there’s also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it.
This includes:

• Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment
• Experience in an optics business
• Knowledge/experience of optical terminology.

Checked all the boxes? Now’s the perfect time to apply!

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