Optical Assistant
at Spurrett Opticians (A H Mertons)
Here at the Federation, we don't rely on advertised vacancies. We talk to employers and really understand what kind of people would thrive within their business.
This is an example of a role within this practice. If it matches what you're looking for, we can approach the business directly, explore current or future opportunities, and position you for roles that may never reach the open market.
Opportunities within practices like this often arise through growth, team changes, or performance needs rather than public advertising. We regularly support candidates into roles here by proactively opening conversations based on what they want.
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About this role
An optical assistant in a practice like Spurrett Opticians (A H Mertons) in Blackburn with Darwen acts as the primary point of contact for patients. Day-to-day duties may involve greeting individuals, scheduling appointments, and managing the practice diary. Pre-screening tests, such as autorefraction, tonometry, and visual fields, are often a key part of the role. Assistants also help patients choose frames, perform minor spectacle adjustments and repairs, and process customer orders. Maintaining the presentation and tidiness of the practice floor is also important. This role is central to the efficient operation of the practice and ensures a positive patient experience from arrival to departure.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a stable career within a resilient sector. Opportunities for professional development are often available, including on-the-job training and the chance to work towards qualifications such as NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Optical Care. Some individuals may progress towards further training to become a dispensing optician. The lifestyle in Blackburn with Darwen offers a balance of urban amenities and access to surrounding areas. This type of position provides a pathway into the optical profession without necessarily requiring a university degree, offering genuine long-term career prospects and job security.