Optical Assistant; Part time

Overview

Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place.

We’re looking for passionate, hard-workers with some previous optical experience ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as an Optical Assistant, you won’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey.

So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers.

Our store

Camberley Specsavers is a busy, well-established store located in the town centre, serving a diverse and loyal customer base. The store is easily accessible, with good public transport links and Camberley train station within walking distance; parking is available nearby, with the train station car park offering the most affordable option for colleagues who drive. With eight optical test rooms and two dedicated audiology rooms, the store is well equipped to deliver high-quality clinical care across both disciplines.

Known for its strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and service excellence, Camberley provides a supportive environment with an experienced management team, offering a fast-paced, customer-focused setting and excellent opportunities for career development.

Our team

The team at Camberley Specsavers is friendly, experienced, and highly collaborative, made up of a strong mix of optical and audiology professionals alongside knowledgeable retail colleagues. With a shared commitment to patient care and customer service, the team works closely together to ensure a smooth and supportive journey for every customer. Colleagues are encouraged to share knowledge, support one another, and continuously develop their skills, with management fostering an inclusive and positive working culture.

The store prides itself on being welcoming, hardworking, and supportive, making it an excellent environment for both experienced professionals and those looking to progress within the business.

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. These include:

• Up to £29,000 pro rata, depending on experience and optical qualification
• Part Time - 23.5 hours a week over Friday, Saturday & Sunday
• We will auto-enroll 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 tothe Headspace app
• Eyecareand 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

Responsibilities

• Welcome and help customers as they walk through the store and provide a supportive, friendly service environment.
• Collaborate with experienced Opticians and Technicians to support clinical care and learning opportunities.
• Engage with training and development opportunities across the business to grow your skills and career.
• Contribute to a fast-paced, customer-focused team and a positive working culture.

Qualifications

• Some optical experience or related exposure.
• Desirable: previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment.
• Desirable: experience in optics or Audiology business.
• Desirable: basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology.

Find out more

If you’ve got all these skills, we’d love for you to apply, but there’s also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it. This includes:

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

Checked all the boxes? Now’s the perfect time to apply!