Optical Advisor

1 week ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Lynne Fernandes Optometrists Full time £24,500 - £28,000 per year

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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