Optician

Bayfields Opticians and Audiologists; Barrow upon Soar; On-site; GBP 26,748 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayfields Opticians and Audiologists is seeking a Dispensing Optician or Client Experience Advisor to join their Barrow Upon Soar practice. This role involves greeting customers, dispensing lenses, and providing excellent customer service.

Ideal candidates will have a passion for eye care, strong communication skills, and experience in optical retail. The position offers a full-time contract of 40 hours per week and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• A keen interest in eye care and eyewear.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Previous experience in optical retail.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and provide excellent service.
• Assist customers in selecting suitable frames, lenses, and other optical products.
• Dispense single focus lenses, multi‑focal lenses and contact lenses.
• Schedule appointments and manage bookings.
• Maintain product displays and ensure the store is tidy and presentable.
• Handle administrative tasks, including processing payments and orders.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Teamwork

Job description

Dispensing Optician or Optical Assistant

Barrow Upon Soar, LE12 8PY

Salary up to £31k for Dispensing Optician or £26,748.80 per annum which increases to £27,684.80 FTE per annum after our CEA course

Bayfields Opticians & Audiologists have rebranded our Optical Assistant job titles so you will be joining as a Client Experience Advisor based in our Barrow Upon Soar practice (LE12 8PY) or as a Dispensing Optician.

Due to the nature of this role, we are looking for an experienced Dispensing Optician or Client Experience Advisor for 5 days / 40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and provide excellent service.
• Assist customers in selecting suitable frames, lenses, and other optical products.
• Dispense single focus lenses, multi‑focal lenses and contact lenses.
• Schedule appointments and manage bookings.
• Maintain product displays and ensure the store is tidy and presentable.
• Handle administrative tasks, including processing payments and orders.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• A keen interest in eye care and eyewear.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• The ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Previous experience in optical retail.

If you are an enthusiastic, customer‑focused Dispensing Optician or Client Experience Advisor, and looking for a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.