Optical Assistant


Company:	Lunaria Recruitment
Salary:	£26,500 - £30,000
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Chancery Lane, WC2A 1BB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Optical Assistant – Chancery Lane | Part-Time | 3–4 Days per Week

Lunaria Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Optical Assistant to join a friendly and well-established independent opticians in Chancery Lane.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building genuine relationships with patients and takes pride in delivering a high level of personalised customer care.

The practice offers a relaxed, professional environment where quality of service always comes first.

The Role

As an Optical Assistant, you will support the smooth running of the practice and help create an exceptional experience for every patient.

Your duties will include:

-Welcoming patients and providing excellent customer service

-Carrying out pre-screening and basic eye health checks

-Assisting the Optometrist with a smooth patient journey

-Dispensing spectacles and advising on lens options

-Helping patients choose frames that suit their style and lifestyle

-Adjusting, fitting, and repairing spectacles

-Managing collections and aftercare appointments

-Completing administrative tasks accurately and efficiently

What’s on Offer?

-Part-time role – 3 to 4 days per week

-Competitive salary pro rata depending on experience

-Friendly and supportive independent practice

-Sociable working hours with a great work-life balance

-Opportunity to work with a loyal patient base

-A professional environment where customer care is genuinely valued

We are looking for someone who has:

-Previous experience working in an optical practice

-Good dispensing and customer service skills

-A warm, professional, and approachable manner

-Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

-A genuine passion for helping people and providing outstanding care

If you’re looking for a part-time opportunity within a welcoming independent practice where you can make a real difference to patients, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Lunaria Recruitment for more information.

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