Optical Assistant – maternity cover job in Loughton

What’s in it for you?

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

Whether you’re an experienced Optical Assistant or just starting out, we offer the tools to help you develop your skills and advance your career.

Join our thriving practice and grow with us.

At Bird & Fairley, we pride ourselves on being a community-based practice that truly takes the time to care for our patients.

Located in the affluent area of Loughton, our practice faces a competitive optical market, so we go the extra mile to ensure our patients receive top-notch care.

With easy access, we’re just a 12-minute walk from the nearest Central Line station, making commuting convenient.

This role is a 1 year temporary contract to cover for a maternity leave.

You will also receive:

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working

• Private medical insurance

• Cycle to work scheme

• One free pair of spectacles per year

About the Role

We are looking for a part-time Optical Assistant to join us in delivering outstanding patient care, 3 days a week in Loughton.
This role is a temporary 1 year contract to cover for a maternity leave.

You will be an integral part of our team here, helping us drive our service offering forward, always looking for opportunities to improve and innovate.

We are also looking for someone who shares our dedication to putting patients first and spending the time needed to get to the bottom of their visual needs.

Equally important to us is the way you interact with patients. Providing a friendly, informative, and empathetic service is a must.

Ultimately, you must be an ambassador for our brand and profession within the local community.

Educating others about the benefits of independent eye care is an ongoing challenge and one that we look forward to meeting head-on with you as a part of our team.

About Us

We are a committed independent, dedicated to providing our patients with an exceptional experience in practice.

Additional Information:

• The working days are Mondays, Tuesdays & Saturdays
  • Opening hours: 9 am -5:30 pm
• You will work alongside two excellent Dispensing Opticians, both have been in the business for years.
• Modern technology that you will be trained on to deliver tailor-made lenses
• Any support needed for you to develop your skills

Our local community is part of our identity, and we regularly see the benefits our work has when we’re out in the area too

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 £26,000.00

Salary – Min

GBP £24,000.00