Experienced Optical Assistant job in Salisbury

What’s in it for you?

If you’re naturally interested in fashion, patient care, and a role where you can interact with new people daily, this role is for you.

We have a loyal patient database and a wide selection of frames and lenses (including designer brands) with a focus on clinical excellence and high-quality care. For us, patients come before performance.

As our Optical Assistant, you will work alongside our supportive and friendly team of experts to ensure your patients leave with the perfect solution every time.

Additionally, you can also impact the lives of our patients in a positive and meaningful way.

You will also receive:

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

About the Role

Job Title: Experienced Optical Assistant
Company: Silverthornes Opticians
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Salary: Dependent on Experience (DOE)
Job Type: Permanent Full-time (Mon-Sat)

About Us:
Silverthornes Opticians is a well-established independent practice located in the heart of Salisbury. Known for our personal touch and high standard of eye care, we’re proud to serve our local community with professionalism and compassion. As we grow, we’re looking to welcome an enthusiastic Optical Assistant to our friendly team.

About the Role:
As our Optical Assistant, you’ll be the welcoming face of the practice – the first person patients see or speak to when they get in touch. You’ll play a key role in delivering a smooth and caring patient experience.

Ideally, you have some experience working in Optics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greeting patients and visitors with a warm, professional manner

• Booking and managing appointments via our digital system

• Answering phone and email enquiries efficiently

• Taking payments and handling till operations

• Keeping reception tidy, stocked, and patient-friendly

• Updating and maintaining patient records

• Pre-screening patients, dispensing

• Assisting with frame selection, repairing and adjustment of frames

• Collections

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working as an Optical Assistant

• Excellent communication and people skills

• Confidence using basic computer systems

• Organised, dependable, and detail-oriented

• Friendly, calm, and professional under pressure

Working Hours:
Monday – Saturday, with 1 day off in the week.

Why Join Silverthornes?

• Supportive, relaxed team environment

• No weekend or evening hours

• On-the-job training with room to grow

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Staff discounts and local perks

• Central Salisbury location with nearby transport links

About Salisbury:
Salisbury is a beautiful and historic city in Wiltshire, famous for its stunning cathedral, charming medieval streets, and friendly community atmosphere. Just a short distance from Stonehenge and surrounded by scenic countryside, Salisbury also offers excellent shops, cafes, and transport connections to London and the South Coast.

How to Apply:
If you’re organised, people-focused, and looking to be part of a valued local team, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you’re interested in this role.

What’s Next?

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.

Salary – Max

GBP £26,500.00

Salary – Min

GBP £25,000.00