Optical Assistant

Specsavers, Oban, Argyll and Bute

Optical Assistant

Salary Not Specified

Specsavers, Oban, Argyll and Bute

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 13 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ad8b06c97c384c24ad197d2618511e33

Full Job Description

Optical Assistant roles at Specsavers are now even more rewarding. Join us and complete a nationally recognised qualification equivalent to a Level 3 BTEC to accelerate your optical career. The course improves knowledge and understanding of dispensing procedures and provides a stepping stone to the roles of DO, CLO and beyond!

We're looking for someone who has previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant - however we'll continue to help develop and expand your knowledge.

Some of the key tasks required include:

  • Listening to patients, and giving good clear advice, explaining suitable products & offers whilst understanding NHS procedures & applying our own high standards

  • Dispensing of lenses (single vision / bi-focal & varifocal)

  • Carrying out pre-screening examinations & working alongside the wider team in day to day running of clinics

  • Take measurements and support patients with collections, ensuring fit, comfort & accuracy of frames are checked thoroughly

  • Maintain delivery of excellent customer service at all times, playing a valuable part of a customer journey & successful retail team.


  • You've already demonstrated that you're a natural when it comes to customer care, you're articulate, good with people with an organised approach and always happy to help, so you'll fit right in as a valuable member of our friendly store team, joining a business that's going places.

    Salary: Depending on experience
    Hours: Full time or Part time hours available. 37.5- 22.5 hours hours per week, Includes weekend working.
    Experience: Must have previous optical experience- with great career progression opportunities

    Join our team as an Optical Assistant, and you'll discover why at Specsavers, we pride ourselves on providing the foundation for exciting, long-term careers - a home where your previous optical expertise will be truly valued and where you'll be given the opportunity to thrive.