Optical Assistant

So, you're a proactive people person ready to be the friendly face our stores need? Sounds like you'd be a great fit here. So, if you've had previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant, this Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you.
As an Optical Assistant, you'll use your passion for the Specsavers brand, products and services alongside your incredible customer service skills, to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team.
We have a wonderful team of 14 dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.

If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as an Optical Assistant. These include:
Previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant
Passion for providing excellent customer service and making customers' lives easier
Great teamwork
A good initiative
Confidence in using IT systems
Excellent communication and listening skills
Prepared to step out of your comfort zone and try something new
Able to receive feedback and be open to development, knowing we'll be there to support and guide you throughout your process (with your openness and our guidance, your opportunities will be endless).
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If you've got all these skills, we'd love for you to apply, but there's also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it.
This includes:
Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment
Experience in optics
Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology.

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
Up to £25,000 per annum (experience depending)
Performance related bonus scheme
28 days annual leave plus your birthday off
Full time - 40 hours per week
No late nights
Pension contribution
Specsavers Perks - our discounted benefits scheme
Annual subscription to the "Headspace" app
WeCare - UK confidential employee helpline
Outstanding professional development opportunities
Support with IP, other higher accreditations and Pathway
Access to latest clinical technology and equipment
Regular team events and team building evenings