Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place.
We’re looking for passionate, hard-workers with some previous optical experience ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as an Optical Assistant, you won’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers.
Our Store
The Specsavers store in Clevedon is a busy, customer-focused optical and audiology hub, committed to delivering high-quality eye and hearing care to the local community. Located in a prominent town centre position, the store benefits from excellent public transport links making it convenient to commute. The store has recently undergone a full re-fit, creating a modern, refreshed environment for both customers and colleagues. It is equipped with advanced testing facilities and offers a wide selection of eyewear to suit all styles and budgets. The team is made up of experienced Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians, and support colleagues who work collaboratively to provide an exceptional patient journey, from initial consultation through to aftercare. With a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, personalised service, and community engagement, the Clevedon Specsavers store offers a fast-paced and rewarding environment where colleagues are encouraged to develop their skills and build lasting relationships with customers.
Our team
The Clevedon Specsavers team is a friendly, supportive, and highly skilled group of professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding customer care. With a mix of experienced clinicians and dedicated retail colleagues, the team works collaboratively to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for every customer. Strong teamwork and open communication are at the heart of the store’s culture, ensuring that colleagues support each other to achieve both individual and shared goals. The store also places a strong focus on development, offering ongoing training and opportunities for career progression—including dedicated time each week, with one hour off the shop floor, for structured learning and professional growth—making it an excellent place for individuals looking to build and progress their careers within a well-established and respected brand.
What’s on offer?
As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
- Salary up to £27,925 per annum, depending on experience and optical qualification
- Full Time - 40 hours per week, to include working a Saturday
- No Sunday working!
- Monthly bonus scheme
- Free parking available
- Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
- WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
- Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
- Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family, including a personal annual £220 eyewear allowance
- Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
- Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
- Friendly and supportive store environment
- Newly refurbished store
- Excellent progression and development opportunities, including the option to gain recognised clinical certifications
Find out more
If you’ve got all these skills, we’d love for you to apply, but there’s also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it. This includes:
- Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment
- Experience in optics or Audiology business
- Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology.
Checked all the boxes? Now’s the perfect time to apply!
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