Optical Assistant

Job description

About the role As an Optical Assistant you will be a fundamental part of our Boots Opticians store team, being the first and last person that our customers interact with. You will be based in store and report to the store manager. You will work on the shop floor and spend your time building great relationships with customers by listening and understanding their needs to find the right product or service for them. From greeting customers when they arrive in store, being part of the pre-screening activities of an eye-test through to helping our customers find the perfect eye-wear solution for them – no two days will be the same. Your role within the team as an Optical Assistant will give you lots of opportunities to develop your knowledge through our industry-leading ‘Step Into Optics’ training programme. This programme includes both workshop-based learning and practical ‘on the job’ experience. You will also: Order, dispense and collect glasses and contact lenses Support with eye-tests and pre-screening activities Provide aftercare support through repairs and adjustments Complete operational and administrative tasks associated with dispensing prescriptions Maintain shop floor standards What you’ll need to have These are the essential skills or experience needed to succeed in this role. Passion for customer care Enthusiasm for learning and personal development It would be great if you also have These are desirable skills or experience and are not essential, so we would welcome applications from candidates that don’t match this additional criteria. Experience in a retail or clinical environment Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings Plan Discretionary quarterly bonus Generous employee discounts Clinical and Non-Clinical Career development opportunities Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child Flexible benefits scheme Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards . Exclusions may apply, eligible roles only. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. Why Boots Opticians At Boots Opticians, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. Join our team and let’s see what’s possible when we change for the better. What's next If your application is successful, you'll be invited to an in-store interview in the next 14 days. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best. Apply now More jobs in Opticians Summary Job Reference: 284572BR Job Reference: 2 8 4 5 7 2 B R Opticians - Thamesmead 15 Hours Apply now You can apply when online Our application process Application process Learn more 1. Apply online and we will review your application against the job requirements. 2. Depending the role, you'll either be invited to complete a short online assessment, or you'll receive a phone call from a member of our team to find out more about you. 3. If you're successful you'll be invited to attend an interview. 4. Following your interview, you will be contacted to discuss the outcome and to provide any feedback. If successful, you'll receive an email with your job offer! 5. For some roles we may require some pre-employment checks to be carried out. Learn more You might also be interested in Optical Assistant Opticians | Retail Opticians - Thamesmead 37.5 hours per week View job description Dispensing Optician Opticians Opticians - Thamesmead Permanent 37.5 hours per week View job description Store Manager - Opticians Opticians West Thurrock, Lakeside Shopping Centre Permanent 37.5 hours per week View job description View 20 jobs Got a question? Optometrists at Boots are required to have obtained a BSc (hons) degree in optometry, be registered with the GOC, have completed a one year pre-registration work placement, passed the OSCE exams and be registered with relevant NHS body. A Dispensing Optician at Boots is responsible for dispensing and fitting spectacles and other optical aids, working from prescriptions provided by optometrists and ophthalmologists. They also support customers by helping them choose suitable frames, lenses, and other eye-wear solutions, ensuring they achieve the Best Vision Possible. Yes, we have a variety of shift options available within our practices. To become a qualified Optician, you would need to complete an integrated Masters degree which must include 48 weeks of patient-facing experience to meet the General Optical Council training requirements. (This is a four years course in England & Wales and five years in Scotland). The College provides 44 weeks of the required clinical placement experience for student optometrists, as part of most universities' Masters in Optometry View all FAQs Why Boots? At Boots care is at the heart of everything we do. Discover how we support you to achieve your goals, how we’re creating an open and inclusive working environment and explore our meaningful benefits. Explore more Saved Jobs I want to work for Boots I already work for Boots I want to work for Boots I already work for Boots