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Optical Assistant

Zest Business Group
Leicester
money-bag £25000 - £26400/annum Pro Rata
Posted: 20 July 2026 (2 days ago)
Closing date: 19 August 2026
Ref: 225392280

Part-Time Optical Assistant
Independent Opticians, Leicester (Leicestershire)
-12.71/hr | 2 Days Per Week | Tuesday + 1 Flexible Midweek Day | 9am-5.30pm

Zest Optical are working alongside a growing independent Opticians in Leicester to recruit a Part-Time Optical Assistant. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, community-focused team, working across two practices just four miles apart, both committed to providing personalised, high-quality eye care.

This role is for 2 days per week, with Tuesday being a fixed working day and one additional midweek day to be agreed. There will also be the opportunity to pick up additional holiday cover if desired.

Optical Assistant - Role Overview

  • Working across two well-established independent practices in Leicester, just four miles apart
  • Part-time, 2 days per week
  • Tuesday plus one additional midweek day
  • Additional holiday cover available
  • Hours: 9.00am-5.30pm
  • Welcoming patients and providing a first-class customer experience
  • Supporting the Optometrists and wider team with the day-to-day running of the practices
  • Advising patients on suitable frames and lenses
  • Handling contact lens enquiries and orders
  • Assisting with remote edging and working with Essilor lenses
  • Helping maintain the presentation of a carefully selected range of designer and everyday eyewear
  • Hourly rate - -12.71 - Chance to inrease in the future

Optical Assistant - Requirements

  • Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant is essential
  • Confident dispensing spectacles and providing excellent patient care
  • Comfortable working across two practices
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Passion for community-focused care and building long-term patient relationships
  • Professional, approachable and enjoys working as part of a close-knit team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a part-time role with set weekday hours, flexibility to pick up extra shifts if wanted, and the chance to work within a friendly independent business where patient care comes first.

To apply, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood using the ''Apply'' link as soon as possible.


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