Optical Assistant — Training & Growth in Optics

Specsavers; North East; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £26k per year

Bonus up to £2000 OTE

Full time 37.5 hours

Friends and Family discount

Specsavers Perks

Birthday day off

WeCare helpline

Clinical development opportunities

Hearing and eyecare benefits

Sick pay scheme

Free parking

Job summary

Specsavers Arnison in the North East is seeking an Optical Assistant to warmly welcome customers and support their eye care journey. You will join a dedicated team, with training and development across store operations, backed by experienced Opticians and Technicians.

The role is full‑time, 37.5 hours per week, with a weekend day. Benefits include Friends and Family discounts, Specsavers Perks, birthday day off, and a confidential helpline. Parking is available at the store.

Qualifications

• Must have some previous optical experience.
• Experience in a fast-paced customer service environment.
• Willing to work weekends.
• Excellent customer-facing communication.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and help customers in-store.
• Support opticians and technicians in daily tasks.
• Provide accurate information on products and services.

Skills

Customer service

Optical experience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Specsavers Arnison in the North East is seeking an Optical Assistant to warmly welcome customers and support their eye care journey. You will join a dedicated team, with training and development across store operations, backed by experienced Opticians and Technicians.

The role is full‑time, 37.5 hours per week, with a weekend day. Benefits include Friends and Family discounts, Specsavers Perks, birthday day off, and a confidential helpline. Parking is available at the store.