Optical Assistant

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 Gloucester Specsavers store is a busy environment based in the popular Eastgate Shopping Centre. The store benefits from a prominent retail location and features seven test rooms, serving a diverse customer base while offering expert clinical services alongside a wide range of stylish and affordable eyewear. It also benefits from excellent public transport links, with easy access to local bus routes and Gloucester railway station nearby, making it convenient for both customers and staff commuting from surrounding areas. 

Our team   

The Gloucester Specsavers store is supported by a large and experienced team of approximately 55–60 colleagues, creating a dynamic and fast-paced working environment. The team includes a mix of clinical and retail professionals, from optometrists and dispensing opticians to optical assistants and support roles, all working together to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the store. With a strong blend of experience and ongoing development, the team fosters a supportive culture where collaboration and knowledge-sharing are key, enabling colleagues at all levels to thrive and progress in their careers.

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:   

• Total package around £28,000, comprising basic salary plus performance based bonus, dependent on experience
• Full Time - 38.75 hours per week, to including 1 weekend day each week
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• 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
• Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

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!