Optical Assistant

Zest Business Group; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent Opticians in Loughborough seeks an Optical Assistant to provide outstanding patient care in a supportive environment. The role offers flexible hours between two locations, involvement in various practice areas, and opportunities for career development. Experience in an optical setting is essential.

Benefits

Bonus scheme available

Free parking available

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an optical setting.
• Strong communication and customer service skills required.
• Must have own transport to travel between practices.

Responsibilities

• Working between two modern practices in Loughborough.
• Involvement across dispensing, pre-screening, admin, social media and training.
• Opportunity to progress and train as a Dispensing Optician.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Flexibility

Job description

£25,000 - £28,000 + Bonus | Full or Part Time | Independent Opticians

Zest Optical are working with a leading independent Opticians based in Loughborough to recruit a full or part time Optical Assistant.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, award-winning practice with a strong local reputation for outstanding patient care.

Optical Assistant - The Role

• Working between two modern practices in Loughborough (close together)

• Single testing rooms with a supportive, close-knit team (2-3 staff per location)

• Private patient base with 30-45 minute appointment times

• Use of high-quality Essilor and Hoya lenses

• Involvement across dispensing, pre-screening, admin, social media and training

• Full or part time hours available (9am-5.30pm weekdays, 4pm on Saturdays)

• No Sundays or Mondays, 45-minute lunch breaks

• Free parking available

• Opportunity to progress and train as a Dispensing Optician

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an optical setting

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Flexible and willing to support in all areas of the practice

• Must have own transport to travel between the two practices

Salary & Benefits

• Salary between £25,000 - £28,000 depending on experience

• Bonus scheme available

• Long-standing team in a relaxed, non-pressured environment

• Career development opportunities

To apply for this role, please send your CV to or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.