Dispensing Optician / Optical Assistant

Dispensing Optician / Optical Assistant

Location: Canterbury

Pay: £24,420.00 - £35,000.00 Per Annum

About

A well-established independent opticians practice is seeking a full-time, permanent Dispensing Optician or Optical Assistant to join its friendly and professional team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about eyewear, enjoys delivering exceptional customer service, and values the professional freedom of working within an independent practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing a warm, professional, and personalised experience for every patient
• Dispensing spectacles and advising on appropriate lens options
• Supporting patients with frame styling and selection to suit their lifestyle and prescription
• Delivering consistently high standards of customer care
• Working collaboratively as part of a close-knit team
• Assisting with day-to-day practice duties and maintaining a welcoming environment
• Contributing to decisions around frame ranges and brands stocked in the practice

Skills and Experience

• Qualified Dispensing Optician or experienced Optical Assistant
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong interest in eyewear styling and premium frame brands
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Willingness to engage with the latest developments and technology in the optical industry
• Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player

This role would suit someone looking to grow their skills within a supportive, forward-thinking independent practice while making a real difference to patients' experiences.