Optical Assistant — Friendly Team, Training & Benefits

Specsavers; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Specsavers Perks

WeCare support

Headspace app

Eyecare/ Hearcare discounts

Birthday leave

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

Specsavers Farnborough is seeking an Optical Assistant to warmly welcome customers, apply basic optical knowledge, and support skilled opticians in a busy store.

You will have access to extensive training and development across the business, with excellent benefits, a pension, and discounts via Specsavers Perks. This role suits a proactive, customer‑focused person in a lively retail environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment.
• Experience in optics or Audiology business.
• Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist customers in-store.
• Support with guidance from Opticians and Technicians.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.

Skills

Customer service experience

Optics/Audiology terminology

Experience in optics business

Teamwork / collaborative

Education

Optical qualification

Job description

Specsavers Farnborough is seeking an Optical Assistant to warmly welcome customers, apply basic optical knowledge, and support skilled opticians in a busy store.

You will have access to extensive training and development across the business, with excellent benefits, a pension, and discounts via Specsavers Perks. This role suits a proactive, customer‑focused person in a lively retail environment.