Overview
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Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We’re looking for passionate, hard-working people with some previous optical experience who are ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. We offer professional training and development in other business areas, with support from experienced Opticians and Technicians on your journey. Whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers.
What’s on Offer?
* Hours per week – 37.5 to include weekends
* Salary – £24,000
* 28 days holiday plus an additional day off to celebrate your birthday
* Pension contribution
* Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme
* Annual subscription to the “Headspace” app
* WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline
* Enhanced parental leave and sick pay (after 1 year’s service)
* Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
* Listening to patients, giving clear advice, explaining suitable products & offers while understanding NHS procedures and applying our high standards
* Dispensing of lenses (single vision, bi-focal & varifocal)
* Carrying out pre-screening examinations and working with the wider team in daily clinic operations
* Taking measurements and supporting patients with collections, ensuring fit, comfort & accuracy of frames are checked thoroughly
* Maintaining excellent customer service at all times and contributing to a positive customer journey and retail team environment
What we’re looking for
* Previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant
* Passion for providing excellent customer service
* Teamworking
* IT confidence
* Excellent communication and listening skills
* Ability to adapt and develop
Find out more
If you have what we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, apply now or visit our website to learn more about the role.
Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Sales, Customer Service, and Health Care Provider
* Industries: Retail
Note: This description reflects responsibilities and qualifications for the Optical Assistant role as advertised by Specsavers. Referrals may increase your chances of interview opportunities. This posting is current as of the date shown on the job board.
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