Optical Assistant - Full or Part Time


Company:	Lunaria Recruitment
Salary:	£26,500 - £29,000
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Surbiton, KT6 6DZ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Optical Assistant – Surbiton

Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunity

Lunaria Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Optical Assistant to join a friendly and well-established independent optical practice in Surbiton.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about customer care and looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional environment where service always comes first.

The Role

As an Optical Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering an outstanding patient experience by:

-Welcoming customers and providing exceptional customer service

-Carrying out pre-screening eye health checks

-Ensuring a smooth and professional handover to the Optometrist

-Dispensing spectacles and advising on lens options

-Assisting customers in selecting frames that suit their needs and style

-Managing collections and aftercare appointments

-Fitting, adjusting, and repairing spectacles

-Providing contact lens teaches and support

-Completing administrative tasks accurately and efficiently

-Maintaining high standards of customer care at all times

What's on Offer?

This practice offers more than just a competitive salary, including:

-Holiday allowance

-Friendly and supportive working environment

-Excellent opportunities for career progression

-Sociable working hours, promoting a healthy work-life balance

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

-Previous experience working within an optical practice

-Excellent communication and customer service skills

-A professional and positive approach

-Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

-A genuine passion for helping customers and delivering exceptional service

If you're looking for a new challenge and would like to join a practice where customer care is at the heart of everything they do, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Lunaria Recruitment for more information.

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