Optical Assistant/Manager

Zest Business Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent community Optician in East London is seeking a full-time Optical Assistant/Practice Manager. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in an opticians, strong customer rapport skills, and a desire to contribute to the practice’s growth. Ideal for those seeking a role with future advancement opportunities in a supportive environment focused on quality care.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience working in an Opticians.
• Supervisor or management experience is an advantage.
• Ability to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all areas of the practice: Reception, dispensing, stock management.
• Manage complex customer queries.
• Help grow the practice and make a direct impact.

Skills

Customer rapport building

Technical skills

Calmness under pressure

Job description

A community based independent Opticians based in Bethnal Green, East London are looking for a full time Optical Assistant/Practice Manager to join the team

Optical Assistant - Role

Well established independent Opticians with a loyal patient base
Focus on quality and service rather than volume
New Directors with ambitious plans
Practice refit due in April
Assisting in all areas of the practice - Reception, dispensing, collections, stock management, complex customer queries
Single testing room practice with a small team of 2-3 people
Working 4 or 5 days a week including a Saturday
Working hours from 9.30am to 5.30pm (4pm on a Sat)
Salary between £25,000 to £30,000
Opportunity to move into a Practice Manager role - either from the outset or in the future
Opportunity to help grow the practice and make a direct impactOptical Assistant - Requirements

2+ years experience of working in an Opticians
Supervisor or management experience would be an advantage
Able to build rapport with patients
Tech savvy
Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice
Ability to learn and want to developTo avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible

Job Info

Job Title:

Optical Assistant/Manager

Company:

Zest Business Group

Location:

Posted:

Jul 31st 2025

Closes:

Aug 31st 2025

Sector:

Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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