Optical Assistant - Monday to Friday, Reading, Berkshire

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Optical Assistant to join their team in Reading. This full-time role offers a supportive environment where you'll assist optometrists with home visits, providing essential care to elderly patients. Enjoy a competitive salary, a fully expensed company car, and a range of attractive perks, including bespoke training and health care benefits. With weekends off and a focus on employee well-being, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Fully expensed company car

Discounted eyewear and hearing products

Bespoke training programme

Childcare vouchers

Long service awards

Private Health Care

Life Assurance

Three 'treat' days for attendance

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting optometrists and conducting home visits.
• Ability to work independently and manage patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support optometrists with full dispense visits to patients.
• Conduct fittings and aftercare for elderly patients.

Skills

Empathy

Driving Skills

Optical Dispensing

Education

Experience in Optical Assistance

Job description

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Optical Assistant - Monday to Friday, Reading, Berkshire, Reading

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Client:

Network Open

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

01.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.06.2025

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Job Description:

Optical Assistant - Monday to Friday Reading, Berkshire
My Client, one of the leading Optical Domiciliary Companies, is looking to recruit a full-time experienced Optical Assistant for Reading and surrounding areas. This is a Monday to Friday role (no weekends required). You will support the optometrist and carry out full dispense visits to patients in Care Homes and their own homes. Some days, you will work independently to carry out fittings and aftercare. It is vital you have a sympathetic approach and empathy, as most patients are elderly and some may be unwell. You will be expected to cover a radius of up to 50 miles from your home postcode. NB. You must be a confident driver and hold a full driving licence for at least 2 years. In return, you will receive:

- Very competitive salary plus bonus; £24,000 basic salary plus bonus
- Every weekend off!
- Bespoke training programme and systems
- Fully expensed company car
- Discounted eyewear and hearing products
- Three 'treat' days granted for % attendance
- Contributory pension scheme, on successful completion of probationary period
- Childcare vouchers
- Long service awards

Full support. The company prides itself on offering excellent support to all their professional staff in all areas.
They also offer Private Health Care and Life Assurance.

For more information, please call Nicki, quoting reference number: V

Network Group Holdings is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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