Optical Assistant – Colliers Wood
Salary: £28,000–£30,000, plus bonus
Hours: 9:00am–5:30pm
Location: Colliers Wood, South West London
The Opportunity
We’re recruiting an experienced Optical Assistant to join a busy optical and hearing care team in Colliers Wood.
The role offers sociable working hours, with no late nights. You’ll help customers choose the right eyewear, provide excellent service and support the smooth running of the practice.
You must have at least 12 months’ optical experience and be confident dispensing glasses to all levels.
What You’ll Do
- Help customers choose frames and lenses to suit their needs and lifestyle
- Dispense prescriptions across all levels, including single vision, bifocal and varifocal lenses
- Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service
- Carry out basic adjustments and repairs
- Support contact lens enquiries and appointments
- Arrange appointments and maintain accurate customer records
- Help manage stock and keep the practice running smoothly
- Support preliminary tests and measurements where trained
- Contribute to sales targets and promotional activity
What We’re Looking For
- At least 12 months’ experience working in optics
- Confidence dispensing glasses to all levels
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- A well-organised, detail-focused approach
- The ability to work effectively in a busy team
Benefits
- Salary of £28,000–£30,000, plus bonus
- 9:00am–5:30pm hours, with no late nights
- At least 28 days’ holiday, pro rata for part-time colleagues
- Discounts on optical and hearing care for you, friends and family
- In-store colleague discount
How to Apply
Apply directly through Indeed, or contact Rachel to discuss the role:
Phone: 07537 158 178
Email: info@insightful-recruitment.com