Optical Assistant

The Company
This optical multiple operates practices across the UK, with a clear training route from optical assistant to dispensing optician. Many of its dispensing opticians and practice managers began their careers as assistants.

The Position
You will join a busy Bournemouth practice as a full time Optical Assistant, working Tuesday to Saturday, welcoming patients, booking appointments and helping customers choose frames and lenses. Pre-tests are part of the day, so you will build clinical confidence quickly with an optometrist and dispensing optician always on hand. Bournemouth's seven miles of beach, Poole Harbour and the New Forest are all close by, with Sunday and Monday free to enjoy them. This suits someone with optical or retail experience who is keen to train as a dispensing optician. The salary is £26,000-£28,000, depending on experience.

Why Should You Apply?

Salary of £26,000-£28,000, depending on experience Tuesday to Saturday, with Sunday and Monday off Monthly bonus on top of your salary Fully funded dispensing optician training with study leave Full product and pre-test training in your first month 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays Free eye tests and frame discounts for you and your family Employer pension Clear route to Senior Optical Assistant and Practice Manager Requirements

GOC registered or ability to be Clean GOC record Full time, Tuesday to Saturday Friendly, confident manner with customers Retail or optical experience preferred If you cannot offer the above requirements, please do not apply for the position.

INTERESTED?
To find out more, call or email . Oliver will answer any questions and provide all details needed.

Recommendations / Refer a Friend
Vivid Optical are working in partnership on this vacancy / optical group. If you are not interested but know someone who would be perfect for such a job, then we can offer up to £500 for each successful recommendation. Please email and we will keep you informed about the £500