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Optical Assistant Vacancy – 3 Days – Aves Opticians and Hearing Care, Epping

At Aves Opticians, part of the Hakim Group, we combine independent, patient-first care with the backing of a modern, supportive network. Located in the heart of Epping, our newly refurbishing practice is looking for a warm, organised Part-time Optical Assistant to keep our front-of-house and administrative operations.

While your primary focus is keeping the practice running smoothly behind the scenes and greeting patients, you’ll also get hands-on training to perform pre-screening tests and occasionally support our main dispensing team during peak clinic times.

You will also receive:

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Access to a Health Cash Plan (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance.

About the Role

What You’ll Do

• Front-of-House & Admin: Welcome patients, handle phone queries, schedule appointments, and manage daily practice administration with exceptional care and efficiency.

• Patient Pre-Screening: Conduct preliminary diagnostic imaging and automated tests to prepare patients for their eye exams.

• Frame Repairs & Adjustments: Carry out minor frame tweaks, fits, and repairs to keep patient eyewear comfortable.

• Occasional Dispensing Support: Provide occasional support to the main dispensing team once fully trained during busy clinic periods.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous administrative, reception, or customer-facing experience (optical background is ideal, but not essential).

• Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and a welcoming, approachable manner.

• Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays.

Additional Information:

• Prior reception or customer-facing experience is preferred, though optical experience is not required
• Our frame selection includes Tom Ford, Face-a-Face, Ørgreen, Moscot, Maui Jim.
• We are a team of 7
• The role requires you to work Saturdays

What’s Next?

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.

Salary – Max

GBP £27,000.00

Salary – Min

GBP £25,000.00

What’s in it for you?

Optical Assistant vacancy – Arthur Leach Opticians

We’re a friendly, community focused, independent opticians where our people and our patients come first. As an Optical Assistant with us, you’ll be part of a close-knit group that values your skills, supports your growth, and encourages you to thrive. You’ll have the freedom to do what’s right for each patient, without the pressure of quick turnarounds or sales targets, so if you’re looking for a practice where your experience and knowledge is valued, with a team that works collaboratively – a role with us could be right for you.

From longer test times of up to 45 minutes to our commitment to offering the latest technological advances such as OCT, everything we do is designed to offer our patients the very best in clinical care.

You will also receive:

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working (exception Good Friday)
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

About the Role

We’re looking for a full-time or part-time Optical Assistant to join us in delivering the kind of personalised, patient-first care we’re known for. You’ll play an important role in helping people see and feel their best, by offering expert advice, guiding them through frame and lens choices, and making sure every fit is as comfortable and accurate as it is stylish.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building trust with patients, and being part of a supportive, tight-knit team. You’ll have the time and freedom to do your job properly by providing honest, expert care. Working closely with the rest of the team, you’ll help create a smooth and positive experience for every patient who walks through the door.

You’ll be working with a carefully curated frame range, supported by the latest lens technology, and you’ll have input into stock selection and styling displays. The team is experienced, friendly, and we all pitch in to create a relaxed but professional environment.

As an experienced Optical Assistant you’ll use your skills and product knowledge to recommend the best lens and frame options for each individual’s visual and lifestyle needs. You’ll also be on hand to support patients with queries or concerns, help the team resolve any dispensing-related issues, and contribute to the upkeep and organisation of the practice. Most importantly, you’ll be someone who takes pride in great service – and who brings warmth, care, and expertise to every interaction.

Additional Information:

• Previous optical experience is essential for this role
• £24,785+ depending on experience
• We have 1 consulting room
• We are a team of 7
• This role requires you to work 2 Saturdays a month
• Our appointment times are 30-45minutes

What’s Next?

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch

Salary – Max

GBP £24,785.00

Salary – Min

GBP £24,785.00

What’s in it for you?

Optometrist Vacancy – Kerr Eyecare, Croydon

We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first, and joining us as our new Optometrist at Kerr Eyecare, means being part of a team that values clinical freedom, supports your development, and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We offer a welcoming, people first environment across our different locations, where your contributions are heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether you’re looking for the next step in your career or a fresh start in an independent group that genuinely puts patients and people before numbers, this could be the right place for you.

We welcome any level of experience to enquire about this position, whether you are newly qualified or come with a wealth of expertise, as an Independent Opticians we can offer you the right level of support to reach your personal and professional goals.

You will also receive:

• Professional fees paid
• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

About the Role

We are looking for a part-time Optometrist to join our team in delivering outstanding patient care. You’ll play a key role in providing expert advice, fitting a wide range of contact lenses, and offering ongoing care that helps patients feel confident, comfortable, and well-cared for.

This role is ideal for someone who values the clinical side of optometry, enjoys building trust with patients from a variety of backgrounds, and thrives in a supportive, collaborative team. You’ll have the time, tools, and autonomy to do your job to a high standard, without feeling rushed or restricted. Collaboration is at the heart of our practice, so you’ll work closely with your colleagues to ensure a smooth patient journey and a great workplace culture.

Our practice is situated opposite West Croydon Station and just a short walk from East Croydon Station. Located in a vibrant high street area, you’ll have access to nearby shops, restaurants, and Sainsbury’s for convenience.

As our new Optometrist, you’ll carry out thorough eye examinations and provide tailored services and solutions that align with each patient’s lifestyle and needs. You’ll work within GOC guidelines and company policies to deliver expert care while supporting the team by resolving clinical or technical queries. Your role will also involve liaising with external professionals, maintaining practice equipment, and contributing your knowledge and ideas to the continued success of the practice.

Additional Information:

• You must be registered with the GOC or an appropriate governing body to apply for this role.

• A MECS qualification would be desirable, although support may be available for the right candidate looking to develop in this area

• We have 2 consulting rooms.

• Free parking on site.

• Our team consists of 4 members.

• This role requires you to work 3 days a week, including alternate Saturdays

  Appointment times are 30 minutes.

• Equipment available: OCT, phoropter, fundus, autos, fields, topographer

What’s Next?

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch

Salary – Max

GBP £65,000.00

Salary – Min

GBP £60,000.00

What’s in it for you?

Optical Assistant Vacancy – Observatory the Opticians Muswell Hill

We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first, and joining us as an Optical Assistant means being part of a team that values clinical freedom, supports your development, and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We offer a welcoming, people first environment where your contributions are heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether you’re looking for the next step in your career or a fresh start in an independent practice that genuinely puts patients and people before numbers, this could be the right place for you.

You will also receive:

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Access to a cashback Health plan
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance.

About the Role

We are looking for a full timeOptical Assistant to join us in delivering outstanding patient care. You’ll play a key role in providing expert advice, sharing knowledge on frames and fittings, and delivering ongoing care that makes patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for.

This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people, our ideal candidate takes pride in offering honest advice, building trust with patients, and being part of a team that delivers a quality service while supporting one another. You’ll have the time, tools, and encouragement to do your job to a high standard, without feeling rushed or pressured. Collaboration is a big part of how we work, so you’ll play a key role in making sure every patient has a smooth, positive experience from start to finish.

As an Optical Assistant, you’ll support patients with everything from frame styling and lens choices to fittings, adjustments, and aftercare. You’ll offer product knowledge that’s tailored to each person’s visual and lifestyle needs, and help manage more complex prescriptions with the support of the wider team. You’ll also assist with day to day practice tasks, contribute to the upkeep of displays and equipment, and be a friendly, reliable point of contact for both patients and colleagues. Above all, you’ll bring a genuine interest in people, an eye for detail, and a caring, can do attitude to every part of your day.

Additional Information:

• This role is ideal for someone with previous experience working in optics
• Our frame selection includes Tom Ford, Lindberg, Chanel and more
• We have 1 consulting room
• We are a team of 5
• This role requires you to work Saturdays
• Our appointment times are 40 minutes

What’s Next?

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.

Salary – Max

GBP £29,000.00

Salary – Min

GBP £27,000.00

What’s in it for you?

Joint Venture Partner Optometrist Opportunity | Exeter & Ottery St Mary, Devon

What if you could enjoy the freedom of independent practice ownership, while being supported by a nationwide family of passionate optical professionals?

We’re looking for an ambitious Optometrist to join the long-established Pullen & Symes Opticians practices in Exeter and Ottery St Mary as a Joint Venture Partner.

With over 50 years of trusted eye care, a loyal patient base of more than 35,000 patients annually, and a reputation built on exceptional service, this is an opportunity to take ownership of a successful business while shaping the future of independent eyecare in Devon.

You will also receive:

A full suite of support is available, including but not limited to:

• Marketing Department
• HR & Payroll Department
• Finance Department
• I.T Department
• Operations Department
• Buying Team
• Legal Team
• Dedicated Practice Mentor

About the Role

At Hakim Group, we believe independent practices can achieve far more when they work together.

Our vision is simple: to redefine optics by changing the boundaries of what independent practices can achieve. We’ve built a culture based on honesty, ambition, collaboration, and support — where partners are empowered to grow their business while having the backing of a wider network behind them.

As a Joint Venture Partner, you’ll benefit from:

• Clinical freedom to make decisions that are right for your patients, your team, and your practice.
• The support of a family of independent practices, sharing expertise, ideas, and best practice across the UK and Ireland.
• A transparent financial model, so you directly benefit from the success you help create.
• Structured support to help you become a successful business owner, whether this is your first step into partnership or the next stage of your career.
• Access to leadership, commercial, and clinical training and development programmes designed to help you grow with confidence.
• Dedicated support teams covering finance, people, marketing, property, clinical governance, and operations.

The role of a Joint Venture Partner

Becoming a Joint Venture Partner is a hugely special role within Hakim Group, and at its heart the role is refreshingly simple:

Deliver a best-in-class service for your patients and your team members. The rest will look after itself.

You’ll lead, shape, and develop your own team, while crafting a truly unique experience for your patients. At the same time, you’ll be supported every step of the way by a nationwide network of equally passionate and dedicated partners.

This is your opportunity to realise your own vision of what independent eyecare can look like — with all the freedom and flexibility of independent practice ownership, and the strength of Hakim Group behind you.

Why Pullen & Symes?

• Established, respected practices with deep roots in their local communities.
• Two thriving locations across Exeter and Ottery St Mary.
• 40-minute testing times, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
• Premium eyewear brands including Lindberg, Tom Ford, Gucci, and Bird Eyewear.
• A supportive and experienced team committed to outstanding service.
• The opportunity to mentor and support the next generation of optical professionals.

Why Devon?

Whether you prefer the energy and connectivity of Exeter or the charm of countryside living in Ottery St Mary, this opportunity offers an exceptional quality of life.

• Beautiful coastline and countryside on your doorstep.
• Excellent road, rail, and airport connections.
• A lifestyle destination where career success and personal wellbeing go hand in hand.

This is more than an Optometrist role. It’s an opportunity to build equity, shape the future of a successful independent practice, and become part of a community that believes independence should never mean being alone.

What’s Next?

If you are interested in becoming a JVP with Hakim Group and being the Director of your dream practice – click apply below, and a member of our team will contact you with more information!

Salary – Max

GBP £0.00

Salary – Min

GBP £0.00

What’s in it for you?

DW Rberts Opticians, a trusted and family friendly independent optician, has been proudly serving the communities for over 60 years. Providing a comprehensive range of private and NHS services, including sight tests, contact lenses, and an extensive selection of frames and lenses.

If you’re naturally interested in fashion, science, and a role where you can interact with new people daily, this role is for you.

As an Optical Assistant, we can provide you with the tools to develop your skillset and the opportunity to further your career as a result.

You’ll be working with amazing brands and cutting-edge equipment, all alongside our supportive and friendly team of experts. Additionally, you will also have the opportunity to impact the lives of our patients in a positive and meaningful way.

A new pair of glasses can make a huge difference to patients, and there’s nothing more rewarding than seeing them smile as they leave us with the perfect pair of frames.

You will also receive:

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

About the Role

We are looking for a part time Optical Assistant to join our team in our Towcester practice.

You will be an integral part of our team here, helping us drive our service offering forward, always looking for opportunities to improve and innovate.

We are also looking for someone who shares our dedication to putting patients first and spending the time needed to get to the bottom of their visual needs.

Equally important to us is the way you interact with patients. Providing a friendly, informative, and empathetic service is a must.

Ultimately, you must be an ambassador for our brand and profession within the local community.

Educating others about the benefits of independent eye care is an ongoing challenge and one that we look forward to meeting head-on with you as a part of our team.

About Us

We are a committed independent, dedicated to providing our patients with an exceptional experience in practice.

Additional Information:

• No Optical experience needed as training is available for candidates with the right skillset
• Our frame selection includes Lindberg, Tom Ford, Ray-Ban and more
• The role requires you to work Saturdays
• 3 days per week, ideally Thursday, Friday and Saturdays

Our local community is part of our identity, and we regularly see the benefits our work has when we’re out in the area too.

What’s Next?

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.

Salary – Max

GBP £13.11

Salary – Min

GBP £13.11

What’s in it for you?

At Eyesite, you’ll be joining a warm, supportive dispensing team made up of both experienced and trainee Dispensing Opticians, Optical Assistants, Optometrists and Receptionists. Our commitment to exceptional care is reflected in our consistently outstanding customer delight scores – regularly 4.6/5 and above.

Our patients place huge value on the expertise, passion and guidance provided by our dispensing team. As an independent group, we’re able to offer a broad and exciting selection of eyewear: premium frames and sunglasses, leading lens technologies, and advanced measuring tools including Visioffice – giving you everything you need to deliver truly personalised solutions.

We’re proud to have a loyal patient base who return to us year after year, allowing you to build genuine, long-term relationships and experience continuity of care at its best.

At Eyesite, we believe that when you look after your patients and your team, the results naturally follow. That’s why we don’t set unrealistic sales targets. We’re simply looking for people who genuinely care — about their craft, their patients, and the colleagues they work alongside.

You will also receive:

Joining Eyesite means being genuinely valued and well looked after. Your benefits will include:

• Generous staff, friends & family benefits package on eyewear and eye care

• Pension contribution

• Professional fees paid for (where applicable)

• Access to a Health Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cashback on a wide range of everyday healthcare costs

• Retail discounts through Giftbox

• Cycle to Work Scheme to support healthier, greener commuting

About the Role

We’re looking for a full-time Experienced Optical Assistant to join our team and help us continue delivering exceptional patient care.

In this role, you’ll be a key member of the practice, contributing to the growth and continual improvement of our service. We’re seeking someone who is proactive, curious, and always looking for ways to enhance the patient experience.

Most importantly, you’ll share our commitment to truly patient-centred care — taking the time to understand each individual’s visual needs and ensuring they leave feeling confident, cared for, and well-informed. Warmth, clarity, and genuine empathy are essential.

As an ambassador for Eyesite, you’ll represent both our brand and our profession within the practice and our local community.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Dispensing spectacles and sunglasses

• Carrying out spectacle collections, fittings, and adjustments

• Providing excellent in-room handovers

• Supporting reception: answering phones, booking appointments, and greeting patients

• Discussing contact lenses and alternative eyecare solutions

• Contributing to the smooth, day-to-day running of the practice

• Availability to work on Saturdays

What’s Next?

What’s Next?

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and want to be part of a team that genuinely values people, we’d love to hear from you. At Eyesite, your ideas, your growth, and your dedication truly matter.

This is your opportunity to join a practice where you can make a real difference every day — developing your skills, building lasting patient relationships, and helping shape the future of independent eyecare.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, apply today and let’s start the conversation. Your journey with Eyesite could begin right here.

Salary – Max

GBP £13.39

Salary – Min

GBP £12.71

What’s in it for you?

Optometrist Vacancy – Barracloughs Seaford

We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first, and joining us as our new Optometrist means being part of a team that values clinical freedom, supports your development, and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We have been in Seaford since 1997, and the store was fully refitted in November 2015, creating a larger, brighter and more modern practice.

You will also receive:

• Relocation package
• Professional fees paid
• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to a Health Cash Plan (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance

About the Role

We are looking for a part-time Optometrist to join us in delivering outstanding patient care in our Seaford practice, 3 days a week.

When you join our family at Barracloughs, you become a part of something extraordinary. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a close-knit team of industry leaders who value innovation, creativity and continuous growth. We foster an environment where your ideas and insights are celebrated, and where your professional development is nurtured.

You will get the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, including OCT and Ortho-K lenses.

Additional Information:

• You must be registered with the GOC or the appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role
• There is flexibility to go up to full-time and work across a couple of our practices if you’d like.
• We are a team of 3
• This role requires you to work some Saturdays
• Our appointment times are 30-40 minutes

What’s Next?

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch

Salary – Max

GBP £65,000.00

Salary – Min

GBP £55,000.00

What’s in it for you?

Optometrist Vacancy – K France Opticians, Carlisle

We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first. Joining K France Opticians in Carlisle as our new Optometrist means becoming part of a supportive, people-first team that values clinical freedom, encourages professional development, and welcomes you to bring your own personality and expertise to the role.

We offer a welcoming and professional environment where your contributions are genuinely heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether you’re newly qualified or an experienced Optometrist looking for a fresh start within an independent practice that puts patients and people before targets, this could be the right opportunity for you.

We welcome applications from Optometrists of all experience levels. As an independent optician, we can offer the right level of support, mentoring, and flexibility to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

From 30-minute testing times to strong investment in modern clinical technology, everything we do is designed to deliver the highest standard of patient care. You’ll work with OCT, auto-phoropter, Nidek LCD charts, Humphrey’s Visual Field analyser, CornealTopographer , with pre-testing completed, allowing you to focus on thorough, patient-centred eye examinations.

You will also receive:

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work–life balance, including:

• Professional fees paid

• Your birthday off work

• No Sunday or Bank Holiday working

• Free and regular CPD courses

• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)

Our benefits package reflects our commitment to looking after our team, supporting career progression, and creating a positive, sustainable working environment.

About the Role

The Role

As an Optometrist at K France Opticians, Carlisle, you’ll provide expert eye examinations , clinical advice and fit a wide range of contact lenses, and deliver ongoing eye care that ensures patients feel confident, comfortable, and genuinely cared for.

This role is ideal for someone who values the clinical side of optometry, enjoys building trust with patients from a wide range of backgrounds, and thrives within a supportive, collaborative team. You’ll have the time, tools, and professional autonomy to work to a high clinical standard, without feeling rushed or restricted. Teamwork sits at the heart of the practice, and you’ll work closely with colleagues to ensure a smooth patient journey and a positive workplace culture.

Working Environment & Daily Practice

You’ll be working in a well-equipped, modern practice with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence. The practice benefits from 30-minute appointment times, allowing you to carry out thorough examinations and provide personalised care. You’ll have access to OCT, auto-phoropter, Nidek LCD charts, Corneal Topographer and Humphrey’s Visual Field analyser, with pre-testing completed to support efficient patient flow.

The practice has two fully equipped consulting rooms and serves a diverse patient base. You’ll be supported by an experienced team of four, creating a collaborative and well-structured working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and deliver tailored clinical advice

• Fit and manage a wide range of contact lenses

• Provide ongoing patient care in line with GOC guidelines and company policies

• Support the wider team by resolving clinical and technical queries

• Liaise with external healthcare professionals when required

• Maintain clinical equipment and contribute to continuous improvement within the practice

We are looking for a full-time Optometrist who will play a key role in the ongoing success of the practice and in delivering outstanding patient care.

Additional Information

• Applicants must be GOC registered

• 2 consulting rooms

• Team of 4

• Requirement to work 2 Saturdays per month

• 30-minute appointment times

What’s Next?

Click “Apply Now” to submit your application. A member of our recruitment team will contact you shortly.

Salary – Max

GBP £65,000.00

Salary – Min

GBP £55,000.00