Senior Optical Assistant job in Derbyshire

  • Inspired Recruitment Group
  • Dec 05, 2025
Full time Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

Senior Optical Assistant

Full-Time

27,200 Salary

Derbyshire

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE 2 YEARS OPTICAL DISPENSING EXPERIENCE YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED

At Inspired Recruitment Group, we understand that exploring a new job opportunity can feel like a big step. That's why we approach every conversation with care, confidentiality, and absolutely no pressure. If you're an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a fresh start in a supportive, well-established practice, we're here to help you take that step at your own pace.

The Role

You'll be responsible for delivering top-tier optical and customer service support, including:

  • Taking the time to explore patient needs and offering tailored support
  • Understanding visual perception and common visual defects
  • Confidently dispensing single vision, multifocal and high-index lenses
  • Providing professional spectacle collections, ensuring fit, comfort and best possible visual outcome
  • Delivering consistent, positive patient experiences that drive strong feedback
  • Dispensing complex prescriptions, including calculating edge thicknesses and working with challenging prescriptions
  • Achieving and exceeding personal and team goals in a positive, collaborative environment

About You

Essential Skills:

  • Optical sales experience
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • A natural ability to build rapport with a wide range of people

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of optical operations, products or dispensing
  • Experience with hearing care or basic hearing aid maintenance

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £27,200
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Staff discount
  • Career development opportunities
  • A supportive team environment where your input is valued

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