Experienced Optical Assistant - Brigg, North Lincolnshire

£26,000 to £29,000 DOE | Full or Part Time | Independent Opticians | Progression Opportunities

Zest Optical are working with a well-established, family-run independent opticians to recruit an experienced Optical Assistant.

Predominantly based at their Brigg practice, you will join a friendly team that provides high-quality NHS and private eye care to a loyal local patient base.

The business is undergoing an exciting period of investment and development, including practice refurbishments and plans for continued growth.

This would be an excellent opportunity for a confident Optical Assistant who enjoys delivering a personal service and would like to take on greater responsibility over time.

Optical Assistant - Role

, Providing a warm and professional service to patients
, Dispensing a wide range of frames and lenses
, Offering confident frame styling and lens advice
, Completing collections, adjustments and minor repairs
, Supporting patients throughout their journey, from arrival through to aftercare
, Building strong relationships with a loyal and varied patient base
, Helping with ordering, stock management and general practice administration
, Working closely with the Optometrists and wider practice team
, Supporting both the Brigg and Ashby practices, with the majority of time initially spent in Brigg
, Taking on additional responsibilities as the role and business develop

Optical Assistant - Requirements

, Previous experience working within an optical practice is essential
, Confident dispensing skills and good optical knowledge
, Excellent customer service and communication skills
, Friendly, approachable and comfortable building rapport with patients
, Reliable, proactive and able to work independently
, An interest in progressing and taking on greater responsibility
, Must be comfortable working every Saturday

Optical Assistant - Salary and Benefits

, Salary between £26,000 and £29,000 depending on experience
, Full-time or part-time options considered - to include a Sat
, Working hours typically 8:30am to 4:30pm
, No late evenings
, 28 days' holiday including bank holidays for full-time employees
, Practice closure for approximately two weeks over Christmas, using part of the annual leave allowance
, Support and potential funding towards further qualifications, including the Dispensing Optician course
, Genuine opportunity to develop into a senior or management position across both practices
, Supportive owners who are committed to investing in their team and rewarding additional responsibility

To apply for this Optical Assistant role in Brigg, North Lincolnshire, please send your CV or contact Zest Optical for further information.

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