Retail Optical Assistant
Job Description
Retail Optical Assistant – Vision Express
Where customer service meets premium eyewear and med tech innovation.
Are you looking for a retail role in eye care where you can grow, learn and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada and Nuance.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice.
- Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings and carry out minor repairs.
- Support pre screening eye tests using the latest optical technology.
- Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks.
What You’ll Get
- £350 towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited spend on lenses.
- 33 days holiday with buy/sell options.
- Family and friends discounts and free eye tests.
- Employee wellbeing support.
- Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation.
Earn More at Vision Express
Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full time optical assistants meeting targets can earn £85-£520 monthly bonus with uncapped potential for high performers.
What We’re Looking For
- Confident engaging with customers and recommending products.
- Passionate about eyewear, style and comfortable with digital tools.
- Positive team player with a can do attitude.
- Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs.
Why Vision Express?
With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland and Jersey, we’re a leading optical retailer and a growing med tech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people and your career development.
Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.
