Optical Assistant

Inspired Selections Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Career development

Modern equipment (OCT)

Job summary

Inspired Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Optical Assistant for a well‑established, award‑winning Northampton practice. You’ll work in a supportive environment with modern equipment such as OCT and clear opportunities for career development.

Role involves dispensing spectacles, helping patients choose frames, pre‑screening, and assisting the clinical team. 40 hours per week, one weekend day; 20 days holiday plus bank holidays; salary £25,000–£26,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months’ experience in a UK optical practice.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing spectacles to patients of all ages and prescription levels.
• Assisting patients in choosing frames and lenses.
• Carrying out pre-screening and supporting the clinical team.
• Assisting with contact lens appointments and teaching lens insertion/removal.
• Building relationships with patients through friendly, professional service.
• Working with colleagues to ensure smooth practice operations.
• Support continued growth and success of the business.

Skills

Experience

Customer service

Communication

Empathy

Tools

OCT technology

Job description

Optical Assistant – Northampton

Salary: £25,000 – £26,000 DOE | Full Time | Supportive, Award-Winning Practice

YOU MUST HAVE AT LEAST 12 MONTHS EXPERIENCE IN A UK OPTICIANS OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED

YOU MUST HAVE 12 MONTHS

At Inspired Recruitment Group, we understand that exploring a new job opportunity can feel like a big step. That’s why we approach every conversation with care, confidentiality and absolutely no pressure. If you’re an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a fresh start in a supportive, well-established practice, we’re here to help you take that step at your own pace.

A Great Opportunity for an Experienced Optical Assistant in Northampton

Are you an experienced Optical Assistant who enjoys helping patients, takes pride in providing excellent service and wants to work somewhere you’re genuinely valued?

We’re working with a multiple award-winning optical practice in Northampton that is looking for a friendly, confident and enthusiastic Optical Assistant to join its growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, successful practice that combines the resources of a large optical business with a close-knit, family‑style working environment.

No micromanagement, no unnecessary pressure around KPIs – just a supportive team that genuinely cares about its people and patients.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: £25,000 – £26,000 depending on experience
• Hours: 40 hours per week, including one weekend day
• Holidays: 20 days plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Pension scheme and additional company benefits
• Career development: Opportunities to progress into management or train as a Dispensing Optician
• Supportive culture: A friendly, welcoming team where individuality is encouraged
• Modern equipment: Including OCT technology
• Patient‑focused approach: Quality care comes before sales targets

The Practice

This is a well‑established, award‑winning practice situated in a convenient Northampton.

Looking to add to an experienced team and continued investment in the business, the practice is expanding and looking for someone who wants to be part of its future.

You’ll be joining a team that genuinely enjoys working together, where people are encouraged to be themselves and where supporting colleagues is just as important as looking after patients.

The practice places a strong emphasis on patient care, professional development and creating a positive working environment.

What Will You Be Doing?

As an Optical Assistant, you’ll play an important role in delivering an excellent patient experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Dispensing spectacles to patients of all ages and prescription levels.
• Helping patients choose suitable frames and lenses based on their individual needs.
• Carrying out pre‑screening and supporting the clinical team.
• Assisting with contact lens appointments and teaching patients how to insert and remove lenses where experienced.
• Building lasting relationships with patients through friendly, professional service.
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure the practice runs smoothly.
• Supporting the continued growth and success of the business.

What Are We Looking For?

YOU MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 12 MONTHS’ EXPERIENCE WORKING IN AN OPTICAL PRACTICE.

We’re looking for someone who brings the right attitude as well as optical experience.

Ideally, you’ll have:

• At least 12 months’ experience as an Optical Assistant.
• Confidence dispensing to all prescription levels.
• Good contact lens knowledge, ideally including teach experience.
• A warm, bubbly and approachable personality.
• Excellent communication skills and a genuinely empathetic approach to patient care.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support your colleagues.
• A desire to continue learning and developing your optical career.

Most importantly, we want someone who enjoys working with people and takes pride in making patients feel comfortable and valued.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Not every optical practice is driven by daily sales figures and constant performance monitoring.

This practice believes that happy, supported staff deliver the best patient care.

You’ll have the freedom to be yourself, the support of an experienced team and genuine opportunities to develop your career.

Whether you’re looking for a long‑term Optical Assistant position or have ambitions to progress into management or become a Dispensing Optician, this could be the right environment to take that next step.