Optical Assistant Brighton

Ace & Tate; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading eyewear retailer in Brighton is seeking an Optical Assistant for 16 hours a week. The role involves creating a welcoming atmosphere, providing style advice, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates should have a passion for people and a knack for detail. The company offers competitive perks including up to 8% monthly bonuses, generous holidays, and access to well-being support.

Benefits

Up to 8% monthly bonus

28 days holiday entitlement

Wellbeing support

Discounts on optical products

Team events

Access to learning portal

Qualifications

• Passion for people and strong communication skills.
• Ability to provide style advice and product information.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Provide clear style advice to help customers choose frames.
• Explain lens options and features to customers.
• Ensure all pairs of glasses leave the store in perfect condition.
• Assist with sales and promote lens upgrades.

Skills

People skills

Style advice

Attention to detail

Job description

Hi, we’re Ace & Tate – and yes, we make glasses. But more than that, we make working here worth your while.

Great care creates great service:
That’s why we’re looking for an Optical Assistant (16 hours) in Brightonwho brings talent and dedication to our team.

What our Optical Assistant do:

• Create a welcoming vibe – Make every customer feel seen and excited to be in store.
• Deliver clear style advice – Help customers find frames that feel right for them by sharing helpful style tips.
• Share your knowledge – Explain the differences between lenses, coatings, and fits so customers can make the right choice.
• Get every detail right – Polish lenses, adjust frames, and make sure every pair leaves looking sharp and ready to wear.
• Handle sales with care – Walk customers through lens upgrades, coatings, and add-ons to ensure they leave with exactly what they need.

Good to know:
No background in optics? That’s okay! What matters most is your passion for people, eye for style, and drive to deliver standout service.

No uniform:
Wear whatever makes you feel good, no company dress code here.

What we offer:

• Rewarding your impact – Earn up to an 8% monthly bonus by reaching store targets.
• Time to recharge – 28 days holiday entitlement, with up to 33 days after two years of service (based on full-time employment).
• We care about you – Wellbeing support with healthy snacks, a collaboration with ClassPass, and the opportunity to book free sessions with a certified psychologist through OpenUp.
• See in style – Discount codes for free and discounted opticals and sunglasses.
• A culture to love – Frequent and memorable team events.
• Time to grow – Unlimited access to our internal learning portal.

Sounds good? Applying is easy:
Click & Apply → Call & Match → Join the team

Got questions?
A quick chat is easily arranged. Or, drop by the store, just book an appointment, and we’ll gladly show you around!
Email us at [e-mail].

P.S. Did you know that Ace & Tate is a certified B Corp? Read more about it here .