Optical Assistant - Dispensing & Patient Care + Training

Zest Business Group; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff parking available

Job summary

Zest Optical Recruitment is assisting a long-established independent Opticians in Kent to recruit a full-time Optical Assistant / Dispensing Assistant. The position is primarily based in Bexleyheath, with occasional support for Sevenoaks and Chislehurst.

Salary £24,000 to £29,000 DOE. Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:30pm, Saturdays 9:00am–2:00pm. An excellent opportunity to join a respected practice that values outstanding patient care and premium eyewear.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant or Dispensing Assistant is essential.
• Confident supporting patients throughout their journey, including dispensing and frame styling.
• Passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and a professional approach.
• Friendly team player who enjoys working within an independent practice.

Responsibilities

• Work within a modern independent practice offering exceptional patient care.
• Support patients throughout their journey, from reception through to dispensing.
• Dispense a wide range of premium eyewear and sunglasses.
• Work alongside experienced Dispensing Opticians and a knowledgeable, supportive team.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Opportunity created due to continued growth.
• Full-time Optical Assistant / Dispensing Assistant position.
• Primarily based in Bexleyheath with the opportunity to support Sevenoaks and Chislehurst.

Skills

Optical experience

Dispensing

Frame styling

Customer service

Attention to detail

Job description

Zest Optical Recruitment is assisting a long-established independent Opticians in Kent to recruit a full-time Optical Assistant / Dispensing Assistant. The position is primarily based in Bexleyheath, with occasional support for Sevenoaks and Chislehurst.

Salary £24,000 to £29,000 DOE. Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:30pm, Saturdays 9:00am–2:00pm. An excellent opportunity to join a respected practice that values outstanding patient care and premium eyewear.