Optical Assistant
Specsavers
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire • Permanent • Full-time • Salary £25,882–£27,000 per year
Overview
Optical Assistant role at Specsavers in Huntingdon. You'll be a proactive, friendly face in the store, using your passion for the Specsavers brand, products and services alongside your excellent customer service skills to create an outstanding store environment for both customers and the team.
What you'll do
* Be the friendly face our stores need and proactively assist customers
* Use your optical experience (e.g., as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant) to support store operations and customer service
* Work closely with the team to ensure a smooth, welcoming store environment
What we're looking for
* Previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant
* Passion for delivering excellent customer service and making customers' lives easier
* Great teamwork
* A proactive initiative
* Confidence in using IT systems
* Excellent communication and listening skills
* Willingness to step out of your comfort zone and try something new
* Open to feedback and development, with support and guidance available
Desirable experience
* Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment
* Experience in optics or Audiology business
* Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology
What's on offer
* Salary: £25,882–£27,000
* Full-time: 40 hours per week, including Saturdays
* Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme
* Performance-related bonus
* Extra paid day off for your birthday
* WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline
* Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
* Experience level: Previous optical experience required
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
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