Optical Assistant vacancies and Optical Assistant jobs in North London (N4 postcode)Zest Optical recruitment are working with a well-established independent Opticians based in Bethnal Green to hire a full-time Optical Assistant. Key Details Location: North London - N4 postcode Role: Optical AssistantSalary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)Working Hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm (Saturdays 9.30am - 4.00pm)Working Days: 4 or 5 days per week (including Saturdays)Employment Type: Full-Time The Opportunity An independent Opticians based in North London is looking to recruit a full-time Optical Assistant to join the team. The practice is community-focused, with a loyal patient base. This is a hands-on role, with responsibilities in all areas of the practice, including reception, dispensing, stock management, and customer care. You'll be part of a small, close-knit team, working in a single testing room environment. There's a real opportunity to make a direct impact and help the practice grow. What's On Offer Established independent practice with a loyal patient baseFocus on quality and service rather than high-volume testingNInvolvement in all areas of the practice: reception, dispensing, stock control, and complex customer queriesSmall team of 3-4 people, ensuring a close-knit working environmentFull-time role: 4 or 5 days a week, including SaturdaysSalary: £26,000 to £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience)Working hours: 9.30am to 5.30pm (4.00pm on Saturdays) Key Responsibilities Reception duties: Greeting and assisting patientsDispensing: Helping patients choose eyewearStock management: Overseeing inventory and ensuring stock is well-organisedCustomer service: Handling complex patient queries and providing exceptional careSupporting practice operations and contributing to business growthCollaboration with Directors to implement practice improvements About Yo Minimum 3+ years' experience working in an OpticiansIdeally experience working in an independent OpticiansPrevious supervisory or management experience is an advantageAbility to build rapport with patients and provide excellent customer serviceTech-savvy with experience using practice management systemsCalm, confident, and professional when interacting with patientsDesire to learn and develop in the optical field, with an interest in management How to Apply To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible. Send us a message on Whatsapp!