Optical Assistant

Specsavers; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known optical retailer is seeking a proactive Optical Assistant in Cardiff. You will use your customer service skills and passion for the brand to create an outstanding store environment. Previous optical experience as an Advisor or Assistant is beneficial. Competitive salary and various employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Auto-enrolment into pension scheme

Employee discounts through Specsavers Perks

Employee support service

Complimentary Headspace subscription

Eyecare and hearcare discounts

Additional paid day off on birthday

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment.
• Experience in optics or Audiology business.
• Basic knowledge of optical and/or Audiology terminology.

Responsibilities

• Use your passion for the brand and products to enhance store environment.

Skills

Customer service skills

Experience in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Optical Assistant – Specsavers

So, you’re a proactive people person ready to be the friendly face our stores need? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve had previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant, this Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you.

You’ll use your passion for the Specsavers brand, products and services alongside your incredible customer service skills, to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team.

Our business

Based in St Mellons.

Our team

We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.

Benefits

• Salary – competitive (depending on experience)
• Working hours 37.5 (must be available to work weekends)
• Benefits: auto‑enrolment into the pension scheme with 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

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast‑paced customer service environment
• Experience in optics or Audiology business
• Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology