Optical Assistant

Date: 27 May 2026

Location: Ripley, ENG, GB, DE5 3AL

Company: Specsavers

Specsavers Ripley

Are you a proactive people person who loves delivering great customer service? If so, you could be the friendly face our store needs!
If you have previous experience as an Optical Advisor or Customer / Retail Assistant this Optical Assistant role could be the perfect next step in your career.About the Role

As an Optical Assistant, you’ll combine your passion for the Specsavers brand, products and services with your exceptional customer service skills to create a welcoming and outstanding store environment for both customers and colleagues.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring every customer has a positive and memorable experience, supporting them throughout their journey with us.


Our Team

You’ll be joining a warm, supportive team of dedicated individuals who are enthusiastic about what they do and ready to welcome you into the store.

 

Whats on offer? 

  • Salary: £8.20  – £12.91 per hour
  • Hours - 3 days per week (22.5 hours) OR 4 days per week (30 hours)  
  • Annual leave entitlement
  • 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 

 

What does the role involve?  

  • Welcoming customers into store
    Booking in eye tests
    Pre-screening patients
    Providing style advice
    Measuring frames
    Taking phone calls


If you’re passionate about customer service, enjoy working as part of a team, and have optical experience, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your journey with Specsavers!