Optical Assistant

Exclusive opportunity now available for an Optical Assistant to join a very well-established and reputable Optical practice based in Whiteley on a full-time basis.

Having experienced a continual demand for their services, this successful Optical practice is now looking to add to their team to ensure that patient service and satisfaction is kept at a high standard

The practice has a phenomenal reputation within the community it serves and has owners who place a focus on the clinical side of Optics, while a further emphasis is placed upon staff satisfaction, well-being and personal development

Key Duties

• Full-time role working 4 longer days (38 hours), Monday-Sunday where your working days can be tailored to your preference. Weekend work is required but you can expect 1 in 5 weekends off
• Fantastic opportunity to work a 4 day week ensuring a great work life balance is adhered to with typical working hours of 8am - 6:30pm with a 1 hour lunch break
• You will provide excellent customer service alongside further OA duties such as contact lens teaches
• Working with a wide range of frames and lenses to cater to a diverse patient demographic
• Modern practice equipped with the latest equipment to deliver the highest levels of patient care
• Additional opportunity for further development including professional courses/qualifications

Package and Benefits

• A very competitive basic salary of c. 24,500 depending on experience with potential to earn bonus based on KPI's reached c. 1,200 to reward you for your efforts
• Support through further desired qualifications
• Opportunity to progress into senior roles
• Quarterly team building
• Free parking on site and easily accessible public transport routes
• 28 days holiday + your birthday off

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Obtain a great work ethic and willingness to ensure patient needs are met day in day out in a fast paced environment
• Will suit an Optical Assistant with 2 or more years experience who thrives in a supportive team with good time management