We are looking for a dedicated team member to fill a permanent 15.5 hours per week Optical Assistant position at our practice in Milton Keynes. This is an ideal opportunity for those seeking Optical Assistant jobs Milton Keynes with a well-established local team, offering a supportive environment to build your career in optics.
What you'll be doing
- Welcoming patients to the practice and delivering a warm, professional first impression
- Guiding customers through frame selection, helping them find styles to suit their face shape and prescription
- Taking accurate facial measurements and dispensing spectacles to suit individual needs
- Booking appointments, managing diary schedules, and handling telephone enquiries
- Assisting with basic pre-screening duties and maintaining a clean, organised showroom floor
What we're looking for
- Previous experience in a customer-facing retail, hospitality, or healthcare environment
- Strong communication skills and a natural flair for helping people
- Great attention to detail and confidence working with numbers and measurements
- A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn new skills as part of a busy team
Salary and benefits
- Permanent contract
- 15.5 hours per week
- Competitive salary and holiday entitlement aligned with industry standards
- Comprehensive training and ongoing development support within the practice