Retail Optical Assistant

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Retail Optical Assistant – Vision ExpressWhere customer service meets premium eyewear and medtech innovation.

Are you looking for a retail role in eyecare where you can grow, learn, and make a difference?

Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray‐Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance.

What You\’ll Do

Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice

Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs

Support pre‐screening eye tests using the latest optical technology

Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks

What You\’ll Get

Free eyewear (up to £550 annually) from day one

33 days holiday with buy/sell options

Family & friends discounts + free eye tests

Employee wellbeing support

Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation

Earn More at Vision ExpressEarn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full‐time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £73‐£472/month — with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters — and it pays off.

What We\’re Looking For

Confident engaging with customers and recommending products

Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools

Positive team player with a can‐do attitude

Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs

Why Vision Express?With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we\’re a leading optical retailer and a growing medtech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development.

Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.

Seniority levelEntry level

Employment typeFull‐time

Job functionHealth Care Provider

IndustriesRetail

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