Optical Assistant

Optical Assistant

Full-Time 30000 - 38000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Vivid Optical

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Deliver premium, personalised service and create memorable customer experiences.
  • Company: Join a globally respected independent eyewear brand in Manchester.
  • Benefits: Salary up to £30,000, performance bonuses, generous holiday, and staff discounts.
  • Other info: Enjoy ongoing training and a supportive, collaborative team culture.
  • Why this job: Be a founding member of a luxury optical destination and shape its success.
  • Qualifications: Passion for patient care, excellent communication, and a keen eye for fashion.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 38000 £ per year.

Be part of something special from day one. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fashion aware Optical Assistant to join one of the world's most iconic independent eyewear brands, as they open their brand-new Manchester practice in October/November. This is your chance to become a founding member of the team, helping to establish a luxury optical destination renowned for its heritage, exceptional customer experience, and handcrafted eyewear.

The Opportunity

As an Optical Assistant, you'll play a key role in delivering a premium, personalised service to every patient. You'll be passionate about styling, expert dispensing, and creating memorable customer experiences that reflect the brand. Working within a beautifully designed boutique environment, you'll have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients while working alongside a close-knit, supportive team.

What's on Offer?

  • Salary up to £30,000
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Brand-new flagship practice opening in October
  • Opportunity to be part of the opening team
  • Luxury independent working environment
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Staff discounts on premium eyewear
  • Supportive and collaborative culture

About You

  • Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • A keen eye for fashion, styling and premium eyewear
  • Professional, enthusiastic and motivated
  • Enjoys working as part of a team while taking ownership of the patient journey

About the Culture

For over 100 years, we have been recognised worldwide for its timeless eyewear, combining heritage with exceptional craftsmanship. The opening of the Manchester practice marks an exciting new chapter, and this is a rare opportunity to help shape its success from the very beginning.

If you're looking for more than just another Optical Assistant role and want to join a globally respected brand where patient experience and quality come first, we'd love to hear from you.

Optical Assistant employer: Vivid Optical

Vivid Optical is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Worthing that prioritises employee growth and development. With a competitive salary of up to £70,000, generous bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including 25 days holiday and private medical cover, we foster a supportive environment where optometrists can thrive and advance their careers.

Vivid Optical

Contact Details:

Vivid Optical Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Optical Assistant

Customer Service
Communication Skills
Relationship-Building Skills
Fashion Awareness
Styling Expertise
Dispensing Skills
Teamwork