Optical Assistant - Llanishen, Cardiff

Specsavers; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Auto-enrolled pension

Specsavers Perks

Eyecare discounts

Optional charity day

Job summary

Specsavers Llanishen in Cardiff is hiring an Optical Assistant to welcome customers, book eye tests, and pre-screen patients in a busy store. You’ll work with a friendly team and receive ongoing training, with support from Opticians and Technicians to help you develop your skills.

The role offers a clear path for progression in retail and healthcare, with full-time hours and weekend shifts. Up to £27,000 per annum depending on experience, plus pension auto-enrollment, Specsavers Perks, eyecare

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

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

Specsavers Llanishen is a busy and well-established store located at Ty Glas Retail Park in Cardiff, serving a diverse local community with expert optical and hearing care. The store has a friendly, supportive team and offers a fast-paced environment where teamwork, customer service, and attention to detail are highly valued. Colleagues are encouraged to develop their skills through ongoing training and career progression opportunities, making Llanishen an excellent place to build a rewarding career in retail and healthcare. The store benefits from excellent public transport links, with Llanishen and Ty Glas train stations nearby, as well as regular bus services serving the area, making it easily accessible.

Our team

At Specsavers Llanishen, you'll be joining a welcoming, supportive, and collaborative team that is passionate about delivering outstanding customer care. The team works closely together to create a positive experience for every customer, supporting one another in a busy and rewarding environment. Whether you're new to optics or bringing previous retail experience, you'll receive ongoing training, guidance, and encouragement to help you develop your skills and reach your full potential. The store prides itself on its friendly culture, where hard work is recognised, teamwork is valued, and everyone plays an important role in the success of the business.

What’s on offer?

• Up to £27,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Full Time - 38 hours per week, to include weekend working
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
• Eyecare discounts
• Optional paid charity day each year, giving you the opportunity to support a cause that matters to you

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

Find out more

If you are comfortable with the responsibilities we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you.