Optical Assistant

Specsavers; Fort William, Oban; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical retail chain is opening a new store in Fort William and seeks a motivated Optical Assistant. This role involves supporting customers and ensuring excellent service while working in a collaborative team. Full-time hours from Monday to Saturday with pay up to £12.41 per hour. The position includes training at the Oban store prior to opening. Join a supportive environment and make a difference in the community while enjoying various employee benefits including discounts and enhanced family leave.

Benefits

Up to £12.41 an hour

Specsavers Perks

WeCare support service

Complimentary Headspace subscription

Eyecare discounts

Additional day off on birthday

Enhanced family leave

Company sick pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced retail environment preferred.
• Experience in optics is desirable but not essential.
• Great communication skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support customers with their needs.
• Ensure efficient store operations and service delivery.
• Collaborate with team members to provide exceptional care.

Skills

Ambition

Customer service

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Commercial awareness

Adaptability

Retail experience

Experience in optics

Job description

Are you a motivated individual with an eye for detail wanting to bring your skills to a global, difference‑making company? You’ve come to the right place.

We have an amazing opportunity to join our brand new store opening in Fort William in March 2026. As we are aiming to fill this position prior to store opening, the training will take place at our Oban store. You will need to be able to commute to Oban store for initial training, but accommodations will be made in terms of start and finish times and travel subsistence.

As long as you’re ready to be your best, be hands‑on and champion a customer‑first mindset, you can make a difference as an Optical Assistant at Specsavers Fort William. Alongside your hard work supporting our customers and colleagues, we’ll support you to grow your skills further than you thought possible. You’ll be at the forefront of bringing better hearing and eye care to your community, while progressing your career and supporting others to do the same. In short, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Our store

You’ll find our Fort William store conveniently located at Tweedale. The store is easy to reach by public transport, and for those driving, there’s plenty of parking available.

Inside, you’ll discover a modern, well‑equipped environment designed to deliver the best possible experience for both customers and colleagues.

Our team

You’ll be joining a supportive team who are passionate about delivering exceptional care. We work closely together and pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and collaborative environment. Whether you’re looking to grow your skills or step into a more senior role, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

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.

• Up to £12.41 an hour (dependent on age and experience)
• Full‑time hours Monday to Saturday
enrol 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 hearing care 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

What we’re looking for

• Great ambition
• Experience in Optics desirable, but not essential
• Commercially minded
• Experience in a fast‑faced retail environment
• Customer service champion
• Eye for detail and positive attitude
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Passionate people person

Find out more

If you have everything we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you. We can’t wait for you to apply!