The role
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
At our Launceston Specsavers store, we are proud to deliver exceptional eye and hearing care in a modern, welcoming environment at the heart of the local community. The store is equipped with state-of-the-art testing technology, including three fully equipped test rooms, modern consulting areas, and a stylish retail space offering a wide range of frames to suit every customer. Conveniently located with public transport links, the store is ideal for team members travelling from across the area. With a strong focus on customer experience, teamwork, and clinical excellence, the Launceston store provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team committed to making a real difference in people’s lives through accessible, high-quality care.
Our team
The team at our Launceston Specsavers store is made up of friendly, dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding customer care. With a strong mix of experienced optometrists, optical assistants, and support staff, the team works collaboratively to create a welcoming and supportive environment for both customers and colleagues. There is a real focus on development and teamwork, with colleagues supporting one another to achieve both personal and store goals. The positive, inclusive culture ensures that everyone feels valued, making it a great place to build a rewarding career while providing high-quality care to the local community.
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:
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:
- Circa £12.91 an hour (dependant on experience)
- Full time hours (5 full days a week out of 7) to include regular weekend hours
- Bonus potential
- Staff discounts
- Dental cover after 6 months
- Birthday day off on top of your standard allowance
- Health and wellbeing scheme and support: WeCare and Headspace App
- Enhanced parental leave
- Enhanced sick pay
- Working for a certified "Great Place to Work" company: Working at Specsavers | Great Place to Work® UK
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
Checked all the boxes? Now’s the perfect time to apply!
Key information
Location
Launceston
- Optical Assistant
- Permanent
Apply by
1st July
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