Part-Time Optical Assistant
Independent Opticians, Leicester (Leicestershire)
£12.71/hr | 2 Days Per Week | Tuesday + 1 Flexible Midweek Day | 9am-5.30pm

Zest Optical are working alongside a growing independent Opticians in Leicester to recruit a Part-Time Optical Assistant.

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, community-focused team, working across two practices just four miles apart, both committed to providing personalised, high-quality eye care.

This role is for 2 days per week, with Tuesday being a fixed working day and one additional midweek day to be agreed.

There will also be the opportunity to pick up additional holiday cover if desired.

Optical Assistant - Role Overview

• Working across two well-established independent practices in Leicester, just four miles apart


• Part-time, 2 days per week


• Tuesday plus one additional midweek day


• Additional holiday cover available


• Hours: 9.00am-5.30pm


• Welcoming patients and providing a first-class customer experience


• Supporting the Optometrists and wider team with the day-to-day running of the practices


• Advising patients on suitable frames and lenses


• Handling contact lens enquiries and orders


• Assisting with remote edging and working with Essilor lenses


• Helping maintain the presentation of a carefully selected range of designer and everyday eyewear


• Hourly rate - £12.71 - Chance to inrease in the future

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant is essential


• Confident dispensing spectacles and providing excellent patient care


• Comfortable working across two practices


• Strong communication and customer service skills


• Passion for community-focused care and building long-term patient relationships


• Professional, approachable and enjoys working as part of a close-knit team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a part-time role with set weekday hours, flexibility to pick up extra shifts if wanted, and the chance to work within a friendly independent business where patient care comes first.

To apply, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

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