Salary guide
Optical Assistant
- Average salary
- £18,000 – £28,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- The UK has over 6,000 opticians’ practices
Other names this job is known by
- Optical Sales Assistant
- Eyewear Advisor
Key responsibilities
- Assist optometrists with eye tests
- Advise customers on glasses and contact lenses
- Fit and adjust eyewear
- Process sales and payments
- Maintain patient records
- Order and manage stock
- Ensure cleanliness and hygiene
- Support marketing and promotions
Skills and qualifications required
- GCSEs (including English and maths)
- Customer service and communication skills
- IT and sales skills
- Manual dexterity
- On-the-job training provided
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Assistant
- Practice Manager
- Dispensing Optician
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Study retail, health, or customer service
- Gain experience in optical or retail roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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