What’s in it for you?
Optical Assistant Vacancy - 3 Days - Aves Opticians and Hearing Care, Epping At Aves Opticians, part of the Hakim Group, we combine independent, patient-first care with the backing of a modern, supportive network. Located in the heart of Epping, our newly refurbishing practice is looking for a warm, organised Part-time
Optical Assistant
to keep our front-of-house and administrative operations. While your primary focus is keeping the practice running smoothly behind the scenes and greeting patients, you’ll also get hands-on training to perform pre-screening tests and occasionally support our main dispensing team during peak clinic times. You will also receive:
Your birthday off work No Sunday or bank holiday working Access to a Health Cash Plan (claim cashback on healthcare purchases) Retail discounts Cycle to work scheme We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance. About the Role
What You'll Do Front-of-House & Admin:
Welcome patients, handle phone queries, schedule appointments, and manage daily practice administration with exceptional care and efficiency.
Patient Pre-Screening:
Conduct preliminary diagnostic imaging and automated tests to prepare patients for their eye exams.
Frame Repairs & Adjustments:
Carry out minor frame tweaks, fits, and repairs to keep patient eyewear comfortable.
Occasional Dispensing Support:
Provide occasional support to the main dispensing team once fully trained during busy clinic periods.
What We’re Looking For Previous administrative, reception, or customer-facing experience (optical background is ideal, but not essential).
Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and a welcoming, approachable manner.
Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays.
Additional Information: Prior reception or customer-facing experience is preferred, though optical experience is not required Our frame selection includes Tom Ford, Face-a-Face, Ørgreen, Moscot, Maui Jim. We are a team of 7 The role requires you to work Saturdays What's Next?
Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team. Salary - Max
GBP £27,000.00
Salary - Min
GBP £25,000.00
Optical Assistant in Epping employer: Hakim Group
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