Optical consultant


Company:	Boots opticians
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, LU7 2XJ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Jul 2026
Closing date:	2 Aug 2026

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Summary

As a Retail Assistant you will be a fundamental part of our Boots Opticians store team, being the first and last person that our customers interact with. Working on the shopfloor you will spend your time building great relationships with customers by listening and understanding their needs to find the right product or service for them. From greeting customers when they arrive in store, being part of the pre-screening activities of an eye-test through to helping our customers find the perfect eyewear solution for them – no two days will be the same.

Your role within the team as a Retail Assistant will give you lots of opportunities to develop your knowledge through our industry leading ‘Step Into Optics’ training programme. This programme includes both workshop based learning and practical ‘on the job’ experience.

You will also be involved in:

Ordering, dispensing and collection of glasses and contact lenses

Supporting with eye-tests and pre-screening activities

Providing aftercare support through repairs and adjustments

Completing operational and administrative tasks associated with dispensing prescriptions

Maintaining shop floor standards

You will be based in store and report to store manager.

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