Optical Assistant job in Kent

What’s in it for you?

Optical Assistant Vacancy – Kings Hill Opticians

We’re a friendly, community focused, independent opticians where our people and our patients come first. As an Optical Assistant with us, you’ll be part of a close-knit group that values your skills, supports your growth, and encourages you to thrive. You’ll have the freedom to do what’s right for each patient, without the pressure of quick turnarounds or sales targets, so if you’re looking for a practice where your experience and knowledge is valued, with a team that works collaboratively – a role with us could be right for you.

From longer test times of 40 minutes to our commitment to offering the latest technological advances such as OCT and Optomap, everything we do is designed to offer our patients the very best in clinical care.

You will also receive:

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

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, and free parking 2 minutes from practice.

About the Role

We’re looking for a full-time or part-time Optical Assistant to join us in delivering the kind of personalised, patient-first care we’re known for.

This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people, our ideal candidate takes pride in offering honest advice, building trust with patients, and being part of a team that delivers a quality service while supporting one another. You’ll have the time, tools, and encouragement to do your job to a high standard, without feeling rushed or pressured. Collaboration is a big part of how we work, so you’ll play a key role in making sure every patient has a smooth, positive experience from start to finish.

As an Optical Assistant, you’ll support patients with everything from frame styling and lens choices to fittings, adjustments, and aftercare. You’ll offer product knowledge that’s tailored to each person’s visual and lifestyle needs, and help manage more complex prescriptions with the support of the wider team. You’ll also assist with day to day practice tasks, contribute to the upkeep of displays and equipment, and be a friendly, reliable point of contact for both patients and colleagues. Above all, you’ll bring a genuine interest in people, an eye for detail, and a caring, can do attitude to every part of your day.

Additional Information:

• Our frame selection includes a variety of brands, including Lindberg
• We have 3 consulting rooms
• We are a team of 12
• This role requires you to work Saturdays
• Our appointment times are 30-45 minutes

What’s Next?

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch

Salary – Max

GBP £27,000.00

Salary – Min

GBP £25,000.00