At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with customers, assist with eye tests, and provide eyewear solutions.
- Company: Join Boots Opticians, a leader in customer care and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy employee discounts, bonuses, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values inclusivity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in optics with hands-on training and development.
- Qualifications: Passion for customer service and eagerness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 25000 £ per year.
As an Optical Assistant you will be a fundamental part of our Boots Opticians store team, being the first and last person that our customers interact with. You will be based in store and report to the store manager. Working on the shop floor, you will spend your time building great relationships with customers by listening and understanding their needs to find the right product or service for them. From greeting customers when they arrive in store, through pre‑screening activities of an eye‑test, to helping customers find the perfect eye‑wear solution – each day will be different.
Your role within the team as an Optical Assistant will give you lots of opportunities to develop your knowledge through our industry‑leading ‘Step Into Optics’ training programme. This programme includes both workshop‑based learning and practical on‑the‑job experience.
- Order, dispense and collect glasses and contact lenses
- Support with eye‑tests and pre‑screening activities
- Provide aftercare support through repairs and adjustments
- Complete operational and administrative tasks associated with dispensing prescriptions
- Maintain shop floor standards
What You’ll Need To Have
- Passion for customer care
- Enthusiasm for learning and personal development
Additional Skills (Nice to Have)
- Experience in a retail or clinical environment
Our Benefits
- Boots Retirement Savings Plan
- Discretionary quarterly bonus
- Generous employee discounts
- Clinical and Non‑Clinical Career development opportunities
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
- Flexible benefits scheme
- Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme
At Boots Opticians, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all.
Optical Assistant in Presteigne employer: Boots UK
Boots UK is an excellent employer for pharmacists seeking to make a meaningful impact in patient care within the vibrant community of Basingstoke. With a strong commitment to career development and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from diverse growth opportunities and access to both in-store and digital tools that enhance their professional skills. Join us to be part of a team that values exceptional service and fosters a collaborative environment.
