What’s in it for you?
Optical Assistant Vacancy – Conlons of Barrow
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.
You will also receive:
- Your birthday off work
- No Sunday or bank holiday working
- Access to Simply Health (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 full time Optical 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 an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start and develop a career in optics. For the right person, there will also be the opportunity to begin the Dispensing Optician Apprenticeship course, with full support provided throughout your training and development.
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:
- Essentially, to undertake the Dispensing Optician Apprenticeship you will need to have
- Five GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above, including English, Maths and Science.
- This role is ideal for someone with or without previous experience working in optics as full training will be provided
- This 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 £12.71
Salary – Min
GBP £12.71