Optical Assistant

2 weeks ago

Horsham, West Sussex, United Kingdom Hakim Group Full time £12,500 per year


What's in it for you?

Optical Assistant Vacancy - Sloan Eyecare, Horsham 

Sloan Eyecare is a long-established independent practice offering warm, high-quality eye care. With advanced diagnostic capabilities, personalised service, and a thoughtful leadership team, it remains a standout choice for both routine and specialised optical needs in Horsham.

We're proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first, and joining us as an Optical Assistant means being part of a team that values clinical freedom, supports your development, and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We offer a welcoming, people first environment where your contributions are heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether you're looking for the next step in your career or a fresh start in an independent practice that genuinely puts patients and people before numbers, this could be the right place for you.



You will also receive:

Your birthday off workNo Sunday or bank holiday workingAccess to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases) Retail discountsCycle to work scheme 

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance



About the Role

We are looking for a full-time Optical Assistant to join us in delivering outstanding patient care. You'll play a key role in providing expert advice, sharing knowledge on frames and fittings, and delivering ongoing care that makes patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for.

This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people, our ideal candidate takes pride in offering honest advice, building trust with patients, and being part of a team that delivers a quality service while supporting one another. You'll have the time, tools, and encouragement to do your job to a high standard, without feeling rushed or pressured. Collaboration is a big part of how we work, so you'll play a key role in making sure every patient has a smooth, positive experience from start to finish.

As an Optical Assistant, you'll support patients with everything from frame styling and lens choices to fittings, adjustments, and aftercare. You'll offer product knowledge that's tailored to each person's visual and lifestyle needs, and help manage more complex prescriptions with the support of the wider team. You'll also assist with day to day practice tasks, contribute to the upkeep of displays and equipment, and be a friendly, reliable point of contact for both patients and colleagues. Above all, you'll bring a genuine interest in people, an eye for detail, and a caring, can do attitude to every part of your day.

Additional Information:

  • This role is ideal for someone with experience in Optics
  • Our working days are 9am - 5:30 pm 
  • We are a team of 8 
  • This role requires you to work Saturdays 
  • The train station is a 10 minute walk from the practice, and there are multiple car parks nearby

    What's Next?

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.



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