Optical Assistant - Longton, Stoke-on-Trent

Date: 8 Jun 2026

Location: Longton, ENG, GB, ST3 1BS

Company: Specsavers

Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place.  

We’re looking for passionate, hard-workers with some previous optical experience ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as an Optical Assistant, you won’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. 

Our store   

The Specsavers store in Longton is a busy, customer-focused retail environment dedicated to delivering high standards of eye and hearing care. Situated in a convenient town centre location, the store serves a diverse customer base, offering comprehensive eye examinations, a wide range of stylish and affordable eyewear, and professional hearing services. The store benefits from strong public transport links, with regular bus services connecting Longton to surrounding areas and a nearby train station providing easy access.

Our team   

The team at the Longton Specsavers store is made up of experienced and dedicated professionals across both clinical and retail roles. This includes qualified Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians, supported by Optical Assistants and customer-focused retail colleagues who ensure a smooth and welcoming journey for every customer. The store also benefits from a strong leadership team that drives performance, supports colleague development, and fosters a positive working culture. With a shared focus on delivering high-quality care and service, the team works together to maintain excellent standards while supporting each other in a busy retail environment.

What’s on offer?  

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:   

  • Part Time hours - Saturdays only - 7.5 hours
  • We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
  • Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
  • WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
  • Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app 
  • Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
  • Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
  • Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

Find out more 

If you’ve got all these skills, we’d love for you to apply, but there’s also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it. This includes: 

  • Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment 
  • Experience in optics or Audiology business 
  • Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology.  

Checked all the boxes? Now’s the perfect time to apply! 

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