At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome patients and provide top-notch customer service in a friendly environment.
- Company: Join a growing independent opticians focused on community care.
- Benefits: Earn £12.71/hr with flexible hours and potential for extra shifts.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive, community-focused setting.
- Why this job: Be part of a close-knit team making a real difference in eye care.
- Qualifications: Experience as an Optical Assistant and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
Part-Time Optical Assistant at Independent Opticians, Leicester (Leicestershire) - £12.71/hr
2 Days Per Week: Tuesday + 1 Flexible Midweek Day, 9am-5.30pm
Zest Optical are working alongside a growing independent Opticians in Leicester to recruit a Part-Time Optical Assistant. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, community-focused team, working across two practices just four miles apart, both committed to providing personalised, high-quality eye care.
This role is for 2 days per week, with Tuesday being a fixed working day and one additional midweek day to be agreed. There will also be the opportunity to pick up additional holiday cover if desired.
Optical Assistant - Role Overview
- Working across two well-established independent practices in Leicester, just four miles apart
- Part-time, 2 days per week
- Tuesday plus one additional midweek day
- Additional holiday cover available
- Hours: 9.00am-5.30pm
- Welcoming patients and providing a first-class customer experience
- Supporting the Optometrists and wider team with the day-to-day running of the practices
- Advising patients on suitable frames and lenses
- Handling contact lens enquiries and orders
- Assisting with remote edging and working with Essilor lenses
- Helping maintain the presentation of a carefully selected range of designer and everyday eyewear
- Hourly rate - £12.71 - Chance to increase in the future
Optical Assistant - Requirements
- Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant is essential
- Confident dispensing spectacles and providing excellent patient care
- Comfortable working across two practices
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Passion for community-focused care and building long-term patient relationships
- Professional, approachable and enjoys working as part of a close-knit team
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a part-time role with set weekday hours, flexibility to pick up extra shifts if wanted, and the chance to work within a friendly independent business where patient care comes first.
To apply, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.
Part-Time Optical Assistant - Independent Opticians - Earl Shilton, Leicestershire employer: Zest Optical
Join a well-established independent practice in Hastings, East Sussex, where your passion for patient care will be valued and nurtured. With a strong focus on professional development, flexible working hours, and a supportive team environment, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your skills while enjoying a work-life balance that includes no Sundays. Experience the unique culture of a practice dedicated to providing exceptional eye care and creating memorable experiences for every patient.
