Optical Advisor
1 week ago
Optical Advisor – Career Development Opportunity
Location: Bristol & Nailsea
Salary: £24,500 – £28,000+ (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time (5 days, 8:45am–5:30pm) or part-time options available
No Sundays, Evenings, or Bank Holidays
Why Join Lynne Fernandes Optometrists?
We are an award-winning, independent opticians with a reputation for excellence in eye care and customer service. Our practices in Bristol and Nailsea offer a supportive, friendly, and professional environment where your career can thrive.
Whether you're looking to grow as an Optical Advisor, progress to become a Dispensing Optician or Optometrist, or explore roles in practice management or marketing, we provide structured training and mentorship to help you succeed.
Here's what our team says:
"I was offered the chance to train as a Dispensing Optician at LFO—17 years later, I'm still here" – Becky (Dispensing Optician & Training Manager)
"I feel valued, supported, and excited about the opportunities to progress." – Chloe (Optical Advisor, New Starter)
"After 11 years, I'm still here—that says it all" – Tasha (Optical Advisor)
What We Offer
Excellent Salary & Benefits:
- £24,500–£28,000+ (negotiable for exceptional candidates)
- 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
- Vitality Health Insurance, free glasses yearly, friends & family discounts
- Paid professional fees, company pension, cycle-to-work scheme
- Regular team outings & a positive workplace culture
Career Growth:
- Clear pathways to Dispensing Optician, Optometrist, Practice Manager, or beyond
- Tailored training from experienced mentors
- Opportunities to develop leadership, sales, and specialist optical skills
Work-Life Balance:
- No Sundays, evenings, or bank holidays
- Flexible hours (full-time or part-time considered)
- Modern, well-equipped practices with a welcoming team
Your Role as an Optical Advisor
You'll be the face of our practice, delivering outstanding customer service while supporting patients with their optical needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Greeting patients & managing appointments
Advising on frames, lenses, and contact lenses
Conducting imaging & diagnostics (training provided)
Handling transactions & stock management
Maintaining a clean, inviting practice
We're Looking For Someone Who:
- Ideally has previous optical experience
- Loves helping people and providing excellent service
- Has strong communication & sales skills
- Is organised, proactive, and eager to learn
- Enjoys working in a team-driven environment
(Role subject to DBS clearance.)
If you're ready to grow your career in optics with a supportive, award-winning team, we'd love to hear from you
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £24,500.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Paid volunteer time
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Experience:
- Optical Advisor: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: OA 25
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