Optical Assistant - Essex
- Employer
- Zest Optical
- Location
- Essex, South Woodham Ferrers
- Salary
- £16000 - £18500 per annum
- Closing date
- 28 Nov 2019
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- Job Role
- Optical Assistant, Dispensing Assistant
- Sector
- Independent Practice
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
My client is a fantastic independent Opticians based in South Woodham Ferres, Essex and they are currently looking to recruit a full time Optical Assistant. The practice is extremely modern and well presented, mainly dispensing the higher end of the market with brands such as Prada, Versace, Bvlgari, Armani, Silhouette. You will have the freedom to recommend whichever lenses and frames you feel suitable as you are not restricted in terms of brands.
As an experienced Optical Assistant you will be able to dispense all lenses and prescriptions to an excellent level, including varifocal. You will also be involved in reception duties, measurement and adjustments.
Previous Optical Assistant is essential.
One key element to the role is the ability to develop relationships with customers, ensuring they leave the practice satisfied and happy to return. As an independent surrounded by multiples its important to offer an outstanding level of customer service.
You must be well presented, reliable and punctual with excellent communication skills. In times when the practice isn't busy you have be able to use your initiative to complete other tasks.
The role is to work 5 days a week including Saturdays with typical working hours between 8.30am to 5pm (one late opening a week)
Salary wise the client is looking to pay between £16,000 to £18,500 .
This is a rare opportunity to join a high end independent Opticians that will give you long term career prospects and the opportunity to deal with a variety of patients and prescriptions.
To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.
Company
We are Zest Optical, a specialist optical recruitment agency working exclusively within the optical marketplace. Having been established since 2006 we have created an excellent reputation in industry for offering a personal and honest recruitment service.
We believe that in order to provide the best service to both clients and candidates, we need to understand and match aspirations, skills and personalities. In this way we can create a mutually profitable relationship, supporting candidates and clients in achieving their goals.
All our consultants have a passion for the industry and a genuine interest in finding the best fit for both candidates and clients alike.
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