Retail Optical Assistant

Vision Express (UK) Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£350 towards frames or designer Sungl

33 days holiday with buy/sell options

Family & friends discounts + free eye-

Employee wellbeing support

OneSight Foundation / global vision

Job summary

Vision Express is seeking a friendly Retail Optical Assistant to deliver personalised customer service, advise on eyewear, assist with fittings, and support pre-screening eye tests with the latest optical technology. Join a team in a busy store and help customers choose frames and lenses with confidence and style.

We offer £350 towards frames, 33 days holiday with buy/sell options, family and friends discounts plus free eye tests, wellbeing support, and a chance to contribute to global vision

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or customer service.
• Interest in eyewear and fashion.
• Comfort with digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice.
• Assist with fittings and minor repairs on frames.
• Support pre-screening eye tests using optical technology.
• Handle store admin and support tasks to keep operations smooth.

Skills

Customer service

Product advice

Eyewear knowledge

Digital tools

Team player

Job description

Retail Optical Assistant – Vision Express

Where customer service meets premium eyewear and med-tech innovation.

Are you looking for a retail role in eye care where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice
• Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs
• Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology
• Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks

What You’ll Get

• £350 towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited spend on lenses.
• 33 days holiday with buy/sell options
• Family & friends discounts + free eye tests
• Employee wellbeing support
• Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation

Earn More at Vision Express

Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85–£520/month bonus — with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters — and it pays off.

What We’re Looking For

• Confident engaging with customers and recommending products
• Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools
• Positive team player with a can-do attitude
• Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs

Why Vision Express?

With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we’re a leading optical retailer and a growing med-tech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development.