Optical Assistant

This leading independent group are looking for a quality driven candidate to work within this established and close working team.Paying a significant salary for a professional customer focused candidate.Role detailsYou could be:· Interpret optical prescriptions written by optometrists or ophthalmologists· Give advice to patients on lens type, frames and styling· With further training, fit contact lenses and give advice on their care and use· Take frame and facial measurements to ensure correct fit and positioning· Advise partially sighted patients on the use of low vision aids· Advise patients when adjustments or repairs to spectacles are needed· Select, manage and order a range of optical products· Order lenses from prescription houses· Check lenses on delivery to ensure that they meet the required specifications· Arrange and maintain shop displays· Liaise with sales representatives from vision care product suppliers· Supervise and train trainee dispensing opticians.As a practice manager, you'll also need to:· Recruit staff and manage their training and professional development· Undertake the day-to-day management of the practice· Take responsibility for meeting sales targets· Maintain stock levels· Plan and administer business development, including marketing activities· Keep accurate patient and business records.Salary* Pay is dependent upon experience and overall skill set and can be discussed with both HCP consultant and at interview stage.Work Environment* You would usually work 5 days out of 7 including some late evenings and weekends.* You would wear a uniform.* Full time roleWhat does it take?You should be:* Able to communicate with people of all ages and from different backgrounds* Able to work well as part of a team* Enthusiastic and willing to learn* Friendly, courteous and approachable* Able to provide excellent customer service* Able to sell products and services* Up to date with current styles* Tactful and diplomatic.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: £22,000.00-£26,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Company events* Company pension* Employee discount* Sick pay* Store discountSchedule:* 8 hour shift* Monday to Friday* Weekend availabilitySupplemental pay types:* Bonus schemeAbility to commute/relocate:* South East London, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)Experience:* working in an opticians: 1 year (required)Work Location: In personReference ID: HCP 1066