Retail Optical Assistant

Vision Express; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Frames allowance

Discounts for family & friends

Free eye tests

Wellbeing support

OneSight Foundation involvement

Job summary

Vision Express is seeking a Retail Optical Assistant to join our team in the United Kingdom. You’ll deliver personalised customer service and expert product advice, helping customers find frames that suit their style and needs.

You’ll learn frame adjustments, fittings, minor repairs, and assist with pre-screening eye tests using modern optical tech. We offer a competitive package with frame allowances, generous holiday options, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles or retail is preferred.
• Interest in eyewear and digital tools helps you succeed.
• Strong communication and an enthusiastic, can-do attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Customer service

Product advice

Eye care knowledge

Digital tools

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Eyewear fitting

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.