Trainee Contact Lens Optician

Specsavers; Stafford; On-site; GBP 29,700 - 36,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

GOC fees paid

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Specsavers Perks discounts

WeCare employee support

Complimentary Headspace app subscription

Eyecare and hearcare discounts

Job summary

Specsavers in Stafford seeks a Trainee Contact Lens Optician to provide contact lens fittings and after-care services. As part of a respected team in the optical industry, you will receive extensive training and development opportunities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Dispensing Optician Certification and possess excellent knowledge of contact lens features. Benefits include up to £33,000 salary, 28 days holiday, and various employee perks.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Dispensing Optician Certification.
• Knowledgeable about contact lens features and benefits.
• Excellent communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct contact lens fittings and after-care services.
• Support the Specsavers team in delivering outstanding service.

Skills

Excellent working knowledge of contact lens options

Effective communication

Adaptability

Customer service

Education

Dispensing Optician Certification

Job description

Overview

Ready to be the reason our patients can find freedom with their lenses? As a Trainee Contact Lens Optician, you will provide an alternative to glasses by conducting contact lens fittings and after‑care services. You will be a part of the Specsavers team, an industry leader, and receive real innovation, training and development opportunities, supported by an incredible team to always get the job done well.

Location

Based in Stafford, a market town in Staffordshire.

Team

We have a team of established clinicians and retail colleagues in the store.

Benefits

• Up to £33,000 (depending on experience)
• 28 days holiday
• GOC fees paid
• Auto‑enrolment into the pension scheme with employer contribution when you contribute
• Specsavers Perks – portal to a world of large everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare – employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
• Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
• Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family

Requirements

1. Dispensing Optician Certification
2. Excellent working knowledge of contact lens options, features and benefits
3. Effective communication with people at all levels
4. Adaptability and openness to change
5. World‑class customer service approach to everything you do
6. Driven and motivated to achieve your own and the business’ targets

Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply! For more information, please call 07762060984 or email Kasia at [e-mail].