Optical Assistant - Bedminster, Bristol

Specsavers; West of England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Job summary

Specsavers Bedminster in Bristol is hiring an Optical Assistant who loves helping customers and working in a fast-paced retail optical environment. As a member of the team you’ll welcome customers, book eye tests, pre-screen patients, offer style advice, measure frames and answer calls.

The store provides training and development across different areas and support from experienced Opticians. This full-time role is 37.5 hours and includes weekend work; pension auto-enrolment is available with

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an optical setting is required for this role

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers into store
• Booking in eye tests
• Pre-screening patients
• Providing style advice
• Measuring frames
• Taking phone calls

Skills

Optical experience

Job description

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.

Our store

Located in the vibrant Bedminster area of Bristol, Specsavers Bedminster is a busy and well-established store with a strong reputation for delivering outstanding customer care across both optical and audiology services. Situated on East Street, the store benefits from excellent public transport links, with regular bus services nearby and Bedminster train station within easy reach. You'll be joining a friendly and supportive team that is passionate about helping customers and creating a positive experience from start to finish. With a fast-paced environment, modern facilities, and opportunities to develop your skills, Bedminster is a great place to build a rewarding career with Specsavers.

What’s on offer?

• Competitive salary depending on experience and optical qualification
• Full Time - 37.5 hours, to include working a weekend day
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too

What we’re looking for?

• Welcoming customers into store
• Booking in eye tests
• Pre-screening patients
• Providing style advice
• Measuring frames
• Taking phone call

Previous experience working in an optical setting is required for this role